Incontinence Management & Toileting

PureWick and Female External Catheters: Are They Worth the Cost?

Caregiver placing a female external urine collection pad near a bedbound elderly woman with a discreet suction device on the bedside table

Many family caregivers consider female external catheters such as PureWick when managing urine incontinence for bedbound seniors. This article examines how the device works, clinical benefits and risks, real-world costs and insurance realities in the U.S., practical alternatives, and actionable…

PureWick and External Catheters: Are They Right for Your Senior?

Family caregiver adjusting bedding for a bedbound elderly woman with PureWick external urine collection device and supplies on the bedside table in a bright home setting

Caring for a bedbound senior with urinary incontinence raises tough choices about comfort, infection risk, and dignity. This article compares PureWick female external urinary systems and male external catheters with other options, explains when each fits, and gives practical bedside…

Changing Adult Diapers in Bed: A Clean and Fast Method

Caregiver adjusting adult brief at bedside with supplies tray visible conveying dignified in-home bedside care

This guide helps family caregivers safely and efficiently change adult diapers in bed for bedbound seniors. It covers preparation, a step-by-step clean method, skin and pressure injury prevention, and final takeaways. Follow up-to-date US guidance and practical checklists to protect…

Best Adult Diapers for Overnight Use: 2025 Reviews

Caregiver adjusting an overnight adult diaper for a bedbound elderly person at home with bedside supplies and a checklist visible

Overnight incontinence and prolonged immobility require reliable protection plus attentive bedside care. This guide reviews the best adult diapers for overnight use in 2025 and provides practical bedside hygiene routines, safe repositioning, skin protection tips, monitoring advice, and ready-to-use checklists…

How to Change an Adult Diaper in Bed (Caregiver Guide)

Caregiver changing an adult diaper in bed for an elderly person in a respectful home setting with supplies on the bedside table

Changing an adult diaper in bed is a common but sensitive task for family caregivers of bedbound seniors. This practical guide teaches safe preparation, step-by-step in-bed techniques for dependent adults, skin care and pressure injury prevention, and answers common questions.…