Product Feature: Attends Active Slips for Heavy / Severe Urinary / Faecal Incontinence

One of the hardest things about choosing the right incontinence pad is that they are either named very similar or that there are so many names for the same product it can cause confusion actually finding the right product.

This week we will be looking at Attends Slips, now attends call these “slips” however they are also known as

Attends Slips are a range of all-in-one products especially designed to manage heavy/severe urinary and / or faecal incontinence.
The Slips are available in 3 different designs – Slip Active, Slip Regular and Slip Regular Plus. B&M Supplies at the moment currently only stock the slip active.
The slips are available from absorption degree 8 to 10 and are thin and white, for extra user discretion. All attends slips have leakage barriers for extra side protection and printed size and number on the back sheet for easy recognition.
The Attends Slip technology with Quick Dry® absorbent zone ensures, even after several gushes, optimum skin dryness for the wearer and reduces the risk of leakage. Unpleasant odours are locked inside through the odour protection system. Medium and large sizes have an adjustable 2-step fixation system and a wide easy to use tape on each side to help with easy application of the slip. The new textile wings around the hips lets the skin breathe.

Attends Slip Active Medium (9)
Product Code: 201510 Pieces: 28

• Super absorbent core provides outstanding dryness and comfort
• Odour protection reduces the risk of unpleasant odours
• Resealable fixation system to secure the pad in place
• White discreet soft waterproof back sheet aids containment

Attends Slip Active 9, with absorption degree9 is a cost effective slip, providing an outstanding combination of price and quality. It is available in two sizes, Medium and Large.
The Attends Slip technology with Quick Dry® absorbent zone ensures, even after several gushes, optimum skin dryness for the wearer and reduces the risk of leakage. Unpleasant odours are locked inside through the odour protection system. The body shaped design of the Attends Slip 8 Active provides extra comfort for the wearer.
This medium size Sliphasan adjustable 2-Step fixation system and a wide easy to use tape on each side to help with easy application of the slip. The new textile wings around the hips let the skin breathe.

Attends Slip Active Large (9)
Product Code: 201398 Pieces: 28

• Super absorbent core provides outstanding dryness and comfort
• Full barrier leg cuffs to aid containment and reduce the risk of leakage
• Easy to use numbering system to determine which product to use
• Full barrier leg cuffs to aid containment and reduce the risk of leakage

Attends Slip Active Large 9, with absorption degree9 is a cost effective slip, providing an outstanding combination of price and quality. It is available in two sizes, Medium and Large.
The Attends Slip technology with Quick Dry® absorbent zone ensures, even after several gushes,optimum skin dryness for the wearer and reduces the risk of leakage. Unpleasant odours are locked inside through the odour protection system. The body shaped design of the Attends Slip 8 Active provides extra comfort for the wearer.
This Large size Sliphas an adjustable 2-Step fixation system and a wide easy to use tape on each side to help with easy application of the slip. The new textile wings around the hips let the skin breathe.

Attends Slip (10) Active Medium
Product Code: 201411 Pieces: 28

• Super absorbent core provides outstanding dryness and comfort
• Odour protection reduces the risk of unpleasant odours
• White discreet soft waterproof back sheet aids containment
• Full barrier leg cuffs to aid containment and reduce the risk of leakage
• Resealable fixation system to secure the pad in place

Attends Slip Medium 10 Active, with absorption degree 10 is a cost effective slip, providing an outstanding combination of price and quality. It is available in two sizes, Medium and Large.
The Attends Slip technology with Quick Dry® absorbent zone ensures, even after several gushes,optimum skin dryness for the wearer and reduces the risk of leakage. Unpleasant odours are locked inside through the odour protection system. The body shaped design of the Attends Slip 8 Active provides extra comfort for the wearer.
This product has an adjustable 2-Step fixation system and a wide easy to use tape on each side to help with easy application of the slip. The new textile wings around the hips let the skin breathe.


Attends Slip (10) Active Large
Product Code: 201435 Pieces: 28

• Super absorbent core provides outstanding dryness and comfort
• Odour protection reduces the risk of unpleasant odours
• Wetness indicator acts as a guide as to when the pad should be changed
• White discreet soft waterproof back sheet aids containment

Attends Slip Active Large 10, with absorption degree10 is a cost effective slip, providing an outstanding combination of price and quality. It is available in two sizes, Medium and Large.
The Attends Slip technology with Quick Dry® absorbent zone ensures, even after several gushes, optimum skin dryness for the wearer and reduces the risk of leakage. Unpleasant odours are locked inside through the odour protection system. The body shaped design of the Attends Slip 8 Active provides extra comfort for the wearer.
This Large size Sliphas an adjustable 2-Step fixation system and a wide easy to use tape on each side to help with easy application of the slip. The new textile wings around the hips let the skin breathe.

Libero "Junior" Incontinence Pads for Larger Children

I’ve had a few phone calls of late, from parents who are at a bit of a loss when it comes to incontinence in larger children, there seems to be a magical size between a child size and small adult size that manufactures of incontinence products have missed.

I was first alerted to this problem when a lady from Newcastle had phoned me regarding her autistic son, she mentioned that he was fast approaching adulthood but was still too small for a lot of the smaller incontinence pads around on the market today.

One of the products I suggested was a Libero XL diaper; also known as an all-in-one or a slip, now I’ve only just stumbled across the libero range very recently and they seem to be quiet popular.
Libero’s range is essentially a 7 step programme that is designed to grow with your child from newborn to childhood, in fact when you go to http://www.libero.com/ they have a lot of relevant baby information such as a pregnancy guide, helpful advice and a diaper guide.



The sizes themselves start from 2kg and go right up to 30kg and are available as a pull up with elasticated waist band called “UP & GO “or as an all-In-one with tape fixings under the name of “COMFORT FIT” Liberos site describes the two products: "There are two types of Libero diapers: regular diapers that you close with a Velcro fastening at the sides and Up&Go pant diapers which look like little pairs of underpants. Pant diapers are easy to put on and take off and just as leak proof as a regular Libero diaper."
At the moment we only have the Libero XL “comfort fit” but we can generally get any of the other products if needed, you can view these at our on-line store or by giving us a call on 01704 553 773. We also have a dedicated page for other incontinence products for children including help for bedwetters and other incontinence management solutions on our site.
Heres some more info taken from our Incontinence web store:
Libero XL Plus or Step 7 in Liberos 7 step incontinence range is children’s Incontinence Pad that is comfortable and lotion free.
The pad itself uses libero's free flex technology for supreme comfort and contains 22 diapers per packet.
The Libero Children’s incontinence Diaper is for sizes between 15 - 30kg

• 15 - 30 kg
• XL Plus
• "Free flex"
• Lotion free

What are the main features of Libero diapers?
Libero diapers are leak proof and soft. There's nothing to irritate sensitive baby skin. They always feel dry; they're breathable and have a perfect fit, thanks to their unique elastic waist and leg bands and the fact that they're so thin. All these things help to keep the baby's skin soft and fresh without the need for lotions.

Incontinence Buying Guide

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the unintentional passing of urine. It is a very common problem that is thought to affect about three million people in the UK. Anyone can experience urinary incontinence, although it is more common in people who are older. The condition affects far more women than men, and it is thought to occur in one in five women who are over 40 years of age.

What is incontinence and am I alone?

Incontinence can be simply described as the passing of urine and/or faeces without control, often at inappropriate times or places. By far the most common problem is urinary incontinence, as many as one in four women and ten men will suffer this problem at some part of their life.Urinary incontinence can usually be caused by many things or sometimes it is just a process of age itself.People that suffer from incontinence often feel very alone and embarrassed, but there is no need - incontinence is a common problem and there are people that can help.
Sometimes your Continence Advisor will recommend the use of disposable or washable absorbent pads as the best method to manage your condition.

These are often supplied free of charge from your local health authority, but this is not always the case. In these instances your Continence Advisor may recommend that you purchase products yourself and will usually suggest which type of product is most appropriate. However we understand that this is often difficult to do. We have therefore given you an option for you to purchase your products and have them delivered to your door and will be supplied in plain discreet parcels on request.If you need any extra help please feel free to contact us and we will be able to offer our expert advice and answer any questions you have.

Size Chart



We have put together this chart to help you better compare which size of pad will suit your size best.

As with any new purchase, when trying a new type or size of protection, please be aware, that sizes vary from brand to brand as shown above.



NB: Our continence pads are size free and should be chosen based on the level of absorbency needed. The fixation net pants used with pads however are suited to the sizes shown.If your having trouble seeing the image below just click on it to zoom in.


Common types of urinary incontinence

Stress or very light incontinence
Stress or very light incontinence is most common in women and is often associated with pregnancy, child birth and the menopause; in men it can sometimes follow prostate surgery. The symptoms are that small amounts of urine leak during physical exertion, such as exercise, sneezing, laughing and coughing. It can also be treated very successfully, ask your continence Advisor for help.
The best selection of products to use is the small shaped or rectangle pads. These are very discreet, yet also very absorbent and can be worn at all times of the day. As they have a sticky strip along the back of the pad, they can be worn with your own close fitting pants.

We recommend:Light shaped pads or rectangular pads.
Another type of pad that can be used is known as an insert pad. This product has no plastic backing to protect your clothes and therefore would need to be worn with special pants - known as Pouch Pants.
These have a plastic lined waterproof pouch inside it, in which you slip the pad; when it needs changing, you simply take out the pad, dispose of it and replace it with a fresh one.



Urge or Light Moderate Incontinence

Urge or light moderate incontinence is the urgent need to go to the toilet. Often if you do not quite make it in time, your bladder will leak Common causes of urgency are, bladder infection, kidney stones, after surgery, plus some medicines have this effect.

We recommend:Rectangular Pads or Maxi shaped pads. These have an adhesive strip along the back of the pad, which allows the product to be worn with your own close fitting pants.








Overflow Incontinence

Overflow incontinence is caused when the flow of urine from the bladder is restricted or blocked, therefore the bladder never quite empties, and urine from the bladder is restricted or blocked, therefore the bladder never quite empties, and urine constantly dribbles out. Often occurring as a result of an enlarged prostate, it can also occur after surgery or as a result of another medical condition such as multiple sclerosis.


We recommend:Dry Form shaped pads. It is important that all disposable absorbent pads are worn close to the body. Not allowing any air to circulate; in doing so you will take away any chances of sore skin, odours or leakage. A tip is to always try a size smaller than you think you need - remember these pants need to be close fitting and preferably used with net knickers.









Faecal Incontinence

Occurs when all contents of the bowel empty without control', warning or sensation.

We recommend:Dry Form shaped pads or our complete range of Adult All-in-ones. All-in-Ones, products often called diapers or adult nappies, provide total protection for heavy urinary or faecal incontinence.



Each product is fitted with four sticky tapes and wraps completely around the body. Available in four sizes, Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large, the All-in-One product also have a selection of absorbencies: Normal (day time use) and Super (night time use).




Bed protection
We can also offer a selection of bed protection products. Our disposable and washable bedpads, have a very high absorbency level and offer total protection for the bed and bedding.














Reflex or Heavy Incontinence

Reflex or heavy incontinence occurs when the bladder will empty without warning and often without any sensation. Usually the bladder will send a message to the brain that it is full and needs to be emptied, with reflex incontinence, this message is lost and the bladder will empty without warning.

We recommend:Dry Form Large Shape Pad. Shaped to fit comfortably, whilst offering maximum protection and should be worn with the Stretch Support Pants to hold the pads in place.

Faecal Incontinence: There are two main types of faecal incontinence, faecal smearing and total faecal loss.Faecal smearing
Faecal smearing is when the contents of the bowel leak, often occur when someone is constipated.








We recommend:Rectangular Pads or large dry form shaped Pad. Both of these products will provide cover and protection against leakage and staining on clothes or you could use Supreme slip-on or Undergarment.

Nursing Homes
For nursing homes we can come along and one of our trained continence advisors can present a training seminar on the correct use and fitting of incontinence products. If you are still having problems on choosing the correct continence wear, please call us and we can advise using a product selection tool.