Adult incontinence products for day and night: tab-style briefs, pull-on protective underwear, pads and guards in many sizes and absorbency levels. Shop trusted brands like Attends, TENA, LivDry and SUNKISS, with free shipping across Canada on orders over $100.
Adult briefs and protective underwear go by the larger of the waist and hip measurements. Measure the waist just below the belly button and the hips at the widest point.
| Size | Waist or hips | cm |
|---|---|---|
| Small | up to 32 in | up to 81 cm |
| Medium | 32–44 in | 81–112 cm |
| Large | 44–58 in | 112–147 cm |
| X-Large | 58–64 in | 147–163 cm |
| 2X-Large | 64–72 in | 163–183 cm |
| Bariatric 3XL + | 72 in + | 183 cm + |
Typical sizes. Brands differ by a few inches, so check the range printed on the pack.
Start with absorbency, then pick a style. Light leaks usually suit pads or liners. Moderate leaks often suit protective underwear. Heavy and overnight needs often suit tab-style briefs or overnight underwear.
Read our adult diaper buyer's guide and the comparison of pull-ups vs tab-style briefs.
A wrong size is a common cause of leaks. Use a soft tape to measure the waist and the hips, take the larger number and compare it with the size chart on the product page. Brand charts differ, so follow the chart rather than your clothing size.
Our guide to measuring waist and hips for adult briefs takes about a minute to follow. For larger sizes, see bariatric briefs and underwear sizing.
Change products when they are wet or soiled, and check that the leg cuffs sit outward, not folded in. Look for breathable materials, and pair briefs with a barrier cream if skin is sensitive. Protect the bed with disposable underpads.
If leaks are new or getting worse, or skin looks sore, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Our guide on how often to change incontinence products may also help.
Protective underwear pulls on and off like regular underwear. Briefs open flat and fasten with tabs, which helps caregivers and anyone who changes while lying down. Both come in several absorbency levels.
Match absorbency to how much you leak and when you wear the product. Makers define light, moderate and heavy in their own way, so read each product page. A pharmacist or nurse can also advise.
Measure your waist and hips with a soft tape, take the larger number and compare it with the size chart on the product page. Charts differ between brands, so do not rely on clothing size.
Yes. Opened personal-care items cannot be returned, so start with the smallest pack of a new brand or size. Once it fits well and holds enough, move up to a larger pack.
Also shop: Incontinence Products · Washable Incontinence Underwear · Disposable Underpads
