Managing incontinence doesn't have to interfere with your daily life. Tranquility Women's Protective Underwear is one of the most trusted, high-absorbency solutions on the market. To get the best leaks-free performance out of your protective garments, follow these clinical fitting and troubleshooting tips.

1. Sizing Tips: Fit is Everything
Proper fit is the absolute key to leak prevention. Always measure your waist and hips before ordering—do not rely on your standard clothing size. A properly fitted garment should sit snugly against the body without gaps or bunching. 

Too loose:** Causes immediate gravity leaks around the leg openings. 
Too tight:** Causes skin friction, chafing, and general discomfort. 

If you find yourself right between two sizes on the manufacturer chart, it is typically best to size down to ensure a secure, gap-free seal around the legs.

2. Using Booster Pads the Right Way
Booster pads are a total game-changer for heavy leakage, heavy wetting, or extended travel. Place the flow-through booster pad centered directly inside the protective underwear core before putting it on. 

Make sure the booster pad is lying completely flat with no folds, creases, or bunched edges. Booster pads allow fluid to pass through into the primary garment once filled, adding significant absorbency without requiring a full pull-up change—making them ideal for overnight protection or long outings.

3. Quick Tips for Ultimate Leak Prevention
* Always ensure the underwear is pulled up snugly and sits flat against the skin.
* Check that the soft leg gathers (frills) are pulled completely outward to create a proper physical seal.
* Avoid wearing underwear that is too large, as leg gaps are the number one cause of daytime bypass leaks.
* Choose the correct absorbency level for your specific output—when in doubt, step up to an overnight-rated line.

4. When to Change and Creating a Skin Routine
Don't wait until a garment feels completely saturated to swap it out. Change your protective underwear every 4 to 6 hours during the day, or as soon as you experience wetness. Creating a consistent schedule protects your skin integrity and prevents painful breakdown. 

A reliable daily schedule includes:
* Morning: A fresh garment immediately upon waking.
* Midday: A scheduled change right after lunch.
* Evening: A fresh change before dinner or evening activities.
* Bedtime: A high-absorbency overnight garment paired with a flat booster pad.

5. Troubleshooting Common Issues
* Leaking Around the Legs: Double-check your leg gathers to ensure they aren't tucked inward. If they are out and you still leak, try dropping down one size or inserting a flow-through booster pad.
* Leaking at the Waistband: This is a clear sign the garment is too large or has become overloaded. Try sizing down for a snugger fit against the torso.
* Skin Irritation: Increase your change frequency and apply a high-quality moisture barrier cream during each change. Always ensure the skin is completely dry before pulling up a fresh product.
* Booster Pad Shifting: Ensure the pad is pressed flat against the underwear core before pulling it up. If it shifts during high activity, a small piece of medical tape can keep it securely anchored.

Why Choose Tranquility?
Tranquility is a premier brand in professional incontinence care, renowned for its patented Peach Mat Core. This specialized core quickly locks away heavy moisture and neutralizing odors, keeping the skin completely dry, comfortable, and protected all day long.

Shop our full inventory of premium Tranquility Women's Protective Underwear and supportive booster pads online at Lexicon Medical Supply, or visit our local Tucson, Arizona retail storefront for fast, friendly, face-to-face pickup!