You might hear them called adult diapers, incontinence briefs, protective underwear, or pull-ups. "Adult diapers" is still the most common name, but doctors often say "incontinence briefs" because it sounds more respectful. The right name depends on how the product is made and where you use it.

If you have unused adult diapers after a change in your situation or the death of a loved one, you are not alone. Many people end up with unopened adult diapers. You can donate adult diapers to many trusted places. Your best three choices are local diaper banks, homeless shelters, and food banks.

Your newborn's first day brings just 1 to 2 small wet diapers. That number climbs quickly. By day five, your baby should produce at least six really wet diapers daily.AgeTypical Wet DiapersDay 11 to 2Tracking your newborn dirty diapers per day helps you confirm proper hydration and feeding.

Preparing for a newborn can feel overwhelming, especially when you wonder how many newborn diapers to stock. You might stand in the baby aisle, staring at boxes, feeling lost. Here is the quick answer: a newborn typically uses 8-12 diapers per day and 20-30 wipes per day.