Choosing adult nappies
Adult nappies, also called all-in-one slips or tab briefs, open out flat and fasten with tabs at the hips. They suit heavy leaks and anyone who is changed lying down or sitting, often with a carer's help. If the person stands to dress and gets to the toilet, pull-up adult nappy pants are usually easier. Our guide on pull-up pants or tab-style briefs explains the difference.
Slips and belted briefs
Slips have four tabs and wrap the hips like a baby nappy. The MoliCare Premium Elastic 10 Drops and iD Slip Super are slips. Belted briefs such as iD Belt Super fasten a waist belt first, then the front comes up between the legs. They are easier to put on someone who can stand for a moment.
Absorbency first
Adult nappies are for heavy leaks, so most people start at a Super or 9 drop level. MoliCare rates out of 10, so its 10 drop slip is the top of the range for nights. Our drop system guide explains how the brands compare.
The main adult nappies compared
| Adult nappy | Absorbency | Pack | Price | Per piece |
| Depend Fitted Briefs (M) | Fitted brief | 10 | $17.99 | $1.80 |
| iD Slip Plus (S) | Plus | 14 | $29.99 | $2.14 |
| Lille Suprem Fit Maxi (S) | 2190ml | 20 | $44.99 | $2.25 |
| Tena Proskin Slip Super (M) | Super | 10 | $24.95 | $2.50 |
| iD Slip Super (S) | Super | 14 | $37.99 | $2.71 |
| iD Belt Super (belted) | Super | 14 | $42.99 | $3.07 |
| iD Slip Maxi (M) | Maxi | 15 | $47.99 | $3.20 |
| MoliCare Premium Elastic 9 Drops (XL) | 9 of 10 | 14 | $47.99 | $3.43 |
| MoliCare Premium Elastic 10 Drops (M) | 10 of 10 | 14 | $51.99 | $3.71 |
Prices are for the pack size shown and can vary by size. Per piece is the pack price divided by the count.
Measure for the size
Measure around the widest part of the hips and bottom and match it to the size on the product. A slip that is too big gapes at the legs and leaks. If you're between sizes, call us before you order, because the right size depends on body shape as well as the number.
Fasten the lower tabs first, angled up, then the top tabs angled down. That seals the legs, where most leaks start.
NDIS and repeat orders
Continence products come from the NDIS core budget with no quote or OT report, as long as continence relates to the plan. We're NDIS registered (4050144759). Choose NDIS funding at checkout and we invoice your plan manager or the NDIA, with no card needed. Self managed participants pay and claim.
Adult nappies run out on a schedule, so set up monthly auto-delivery and they arrive before you need them.
Common questions
What's the difference between adult nappies and adult nappy pants?
Adult nappies open flat and fasten with tabs, so they can be changed lying down. Nappy pants pull up like underwear and suit someone who stands to dress.
Which adult nappy is best for overnight?
The highest absorbency that fits well, such as the MoliCare Premium Elastic 10 Drops or iD Slip Maxi. A snug seal at the legs matters as much as absorbency.
How often should an adult nappy be changed?
When it's wet, and at least every few hours in the day to protect the skin. Many slips have a wetness indicator line that shows when it's time.
Can I get adult nappies through the NDIS?
Yes, from the core budget. Choose NDIS funding at checkout, or read our NDIS continence guide.
Not sure where to start?
Try the pharmacist incontinence recommender. It takes two minutes.
Two minutes with a pharmacist
Tell Nadim how heavy the leaks are, day or night, and the hip measurement. He'll name the slip and the size.
Call 1300 216 888
