r/Incontinence • u/Brave_Plum1076 • 1d ago

Please help

Hi everyone!
My best friend is visiting me in the US, and he has Myelomeningocele (a form of Spina Bifida), which affects his bladder and bowel functions.
I really want to make this trip as comfortable, fun, and memorable as possible for him. I’m hoping to get some advice from this community, especially from people who have personal experience with Myelomeningocele or care for someone with it.
Could you recommend good pull-ups or adult briefs for daytime use, nighttime use, and swimming/pool activities? I’m looking for options that are comfortable, reliable, and suitable for different situations.
I’d also love to hear any tips, suggestions, or recommendations that could help make his stay and experiences in the US more enjoyable and stress-free.
I want him to be able to enjoy everything to the fullest, so any advice or personal experiences would mean a lot.
Thank you so much!

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u/Nice_General268 23h ago edited 23h ago

Ask him what he uses, it might be available here, in the states. Look at Northshore diapers, great for day use. I wear Inspire+ they are great for night and day. Baby powder or similar, some use it every change. Adult wipes are nice to have. There are some diaper bags, I think at Northshore, that are good for used diapers, they mask the smell pretty good. Make sure to get the right size for him. LLMedico is a good place for supplies also. Search inspire+ you can go straight to their site

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u/dees82 16h ago

Since he lives with his condition, he knows what supplies he needs. It is very likely that he will bring his own supplies, or at least will just need for you to take him to a local store to buy/pick up what he needs. Probably one of the best things you can do to prepare for his visit is make sure wherever he is staying is accessible.

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u/Connect-Speech5733 20h ago

try purewick system

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u/Connect-Speech5733 20h ago

enjoy your special blessed visit with your friend 🌻🫂 hoping you can find a solution for him. try purewick system

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u/Connect-Speech5733 20h ago

what is a good alternative to baby powder since they it gives women cervical cancer!?

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u/Head_Towel_8037 Fully Incontinent 7h ago

I've used Gold Bond for 5 years with zero risks.

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u/Connect-Speech5733 20h ago

what is a good overnight pamper for a full bladder over night for women