Incontinence, many people experience this.

Not everyone feels comfortable talking about urinary incontinence. Even adding pads to your weekly shopping list can feel overwhelming which is why purchasing online and discreetly from us can help.

With the following statics from “Continence Foundation of Australia” it easy to see why we should talk more about incontinence.

Urinary incontinence (poor bladder control) is a common condition affecting 1 in 3 women, 1 in 10 men and 1 in 5 children in Australia of all ages, and physical ability.

• Do you rush to use the toilet?

• Do you sometimes feel you have not completely emptied your bladder?

• Are you frequently nervous because you think you might lose control of your bladder?

• Do you sometimes leak before you get to the toilet?

• Do you sometimes leak when you lift something heavy, sneeze, cough or laugh?

• Do you sometimes leak when you exercise or play sport?

• Do you sometimes leak when you change from a seated or lying position to a standing position?

• Do you plan your daily routine around where the nearest toilet is?

Incontinence can have long-term physical and emotional impact; affecting self-esteem, motivation and independence.

Disposable incontinence pad statics.

Did you know that an average user of incontinence single use disposable pads uses around 1,000 pads each year? One pack of maxi pads can have the same amount of plastic as 5 plastic bags, never mind the plastic packaging that they come in?

10 years totals 10,000 single use disposable pads to landfill. That’s a lot of landfill!

Looking for sustainable management of incontinence?

Earth Sisters Fiji reusable cloth pads will eliminate this waste in a sustainable way, safe for both the user and the environment.

Reusable pads are just like disposable pads, they have a porous layer that wicks up fluids in order to prevent leaks. However, they are washed instead of tossed. This makes them cost efficient, healthier and eco-friendly pads and liners.

There are different levels and types of urinary incontinence and can occur in people of all ages and for a variety of reasons. 

It is all about choosing the right absorbency for you.

Which pad or liner should I start with?

It’s good to take time to build up your supply, over time. This gives you a chance to see what is working well for you and what you need more of. We'd suggest starting with 2-4 pads in an absorbency you think will work for you.

Our pads come in liners, light, and moderate absorbency.

• ·       Liners Light absorbency “Liners”. For comfort when you first notice signs of bladder weakness

• ·       Light absorbency “small” pad:  If you experience light bladder leakage, like small dribbles or the occasional low-level sneeze pee

• ·       Moderate absorbency pad” regular”:  If you would describe your incontinence as more than just the light leakage above

• ·       Moderate absorbency pad “large”. If you would describe your incontinence as more than just the light leakage above and prefer a larger size pad.