The pandemic has been lifted, and pools are now open in some places, making them available again for public use. Are you ready to show off some of your swimming skills? But, wait, you were diagnosed incontinent during the pandemic period. How can you swim in pools if you’re living now with incontinence? You might think you can’t swim anymore because of your incontinence, but you better think twice.
There are incontinence products that may help you solve your problem. Various swim diapers are available for you to use if you want to go swimming in pools or public areas. You should know that these swim diapers collect up to a light to moderate urine volume that holds them when you’re swimming in public. Make sure to release your pee before entering a pool so that your swim diaper will only collect a small amount of urine when you’re in the pool.
If you think that swim diapers may mix with the pool’s water, well, they’re not. Swim diapers are discreet and clean even if you have minor leakage when swimming. It helps the wearer to have a stress-free and less awkward feeling when in public because they’re clean and presentable. You have to select the proper fit and size for the swim diapers not to have a problem when in public. This article will tackle why you should consider getting one of these swim diapers when going to a public pool and the best ones available in the market today.
What are swim diapers, and are they worth it?
Swim diapers are the talk of the town because of their uniqueness and discreteness when worn in the pool. But what makes the swim diapers worth it? Are they different from regular adult diapers? How are these swim diapers extra from other diapers on the market? Here is some of the information you need to know about swim diapers and how unique they are.
- They are disposable
You should expect this one. Swim diapers are disposable, so after swimming in public and using them, they’re ready to be disposed of at any time. Unlike reusable diapers, swim diapers don’t need to be cleaned or washed because you can dispose of them and use a fresh one to start over in your swimming pool.
- They are discreet
Swim diapers are discreet and can be worn with your favorite swimsuit and swimming trunks. Imagine that you have incontinence, yet you can do anything you want, like you don’t have incontinence, thanks to swim diapers. They are not bulky and come with many designs perfect for beach swimming with your friends and loved ones!
- They are not just your ordinary diapers.
Swim diapers are not absorbent as you think they are. Their composition doesn’t make up porous materials like those in adult diapers. They were built solely for soaking in water for a long time, like swimming in a pool or a beach. These diapers don’t beak in water even if you have sunk them for a long time. It is designed to have minimal swelling you can’t see or find in typical incontinence products.
- They are tear-away removal for fast action.
Swim diapers are not that hard to remove because they have the tear-away removal feature for fast action. An incontinence product may be hard to remove if soaked in water for a long time. Well, these swim diapers are not. They are mainly created for underwater use, so expect them to function differently from a regular adult diaper. If you wear a wet incontinence product, either clothing or incontinence pads, the results will be visible to you on how helpful this feature is.
Best swim diapers for you
After knowing what swim diapers can do, let’s look at some of the best on the market and how they would benefit if you wear them in a public pool or on a late-night beach with your friends. Here are the best adult swim diapers available for you.
The SOSecure Containment Swim Brief is designed to go with you anywhere, regardless of water temperature and viscosity. Its multi-functional design offers a variety of sizes, fits, and tailoring options. The lightweight and stretch fabric adjusts to the contours of your body for comfort, support, and flexibility.
This brief provides super containment for you and your swimsuit bottom thanks to its adjustable hook and closure, giving you a mummy fit regardless of body type. This swim brief features a leak-resistant outer layer that is ideal for wearing under your regular underwear. The inner layer is constructed with super absorbent polymer, ensuring you stay dry even if the worst does happen during your period or swim. Remove when you get out of the water and clock back into place, then change into dry clothes immediately.
Swimmates are designed to provide containment for those individuals who need to avoid the embarrassment of wearing a diaper. Swimmates protect from wetness and odor, protect from clothing damage, reduce bulk under a swimsuit or suit, provide additional security while swimming or showering, and feel dry and comfortable under your clothing.
Swimmates has a blue moisture barrier that can help your loved ones from those embarrassing accidents. The front design of the Swimmates is made up of an extremely soft, flexible, and breathable material. The secret behind this swim diaper design is its moisture-proof barrier that forms a protective layer between the wearer’s skin and the waterproof rear inner lining of our swim diaper, ensuring that the wearer remains dry in any swimming environment.
Final Thoughts
Consider buying swim diapers if you are worried about how to swim with minor bowel or urine incontinence. These incontinence supplies for men and women will let you relax in social situations and participate in aquatic activities without fearing embarrassment.
Our product experts at AvaCare Medical are available by phone at 1-877-813-7799 and ready to help with inquiries regarding swim diapers or any other incontinence products we provide. We can also talk via email here at info@avacaremedical.com.