Overnight Diapers for Kids with Feeding Tubes

One of the “fun” problems with overnight feeds in small children is that their diapers just cannot handle all the fluid output.

Many moms complain that they try so many types of diapers and still end up with a wet bed every night. So, we have rounded up “Mom Approved” suggestions to help with diapers that just can’t keep up!

11 Tips for Diapers with Continuous Overnight Feeds

Here is all the tips and tricks to help with bedwetting and overfilled diapers that sometimes happen when your child is on overnight continuous feeds.

Size Up– Using the next size up in diapers for nighttime has helped some parents out. So, your child may wear a size 2 during the day but have to use a size 3 at night.
Double Up– Other parents have suggested that they double up the diapers at night. This basically is just putting two diapers on at bedtime. Some poke a hole into the bottom of the first diaper so that excess urine then flows into the second diaper on the outside.
Huggies Overnight Diapers– Some moms swear by the Huggies brand of overnight diapers to keep their kids dry. I would recommend buying a very small pack first and trying it out before you buy a huge box. You may want to try the overnight diapers in the next size up as well. Huggies also put out lots of coupons, so check your favorite store’s digital coupons and paper coupons to save a little extra money since Huggies can get expensive. Huggies also has a reward program that lets you earn money back using the Fetch app. For more information, check out their rewards program here.
Sposie Pads– these are liners with an adhesive that you put inside the diaper to help with heavy wetters. They say that they will up the absorbency of normal diaper by 20%. You can purchase these on Amazon in size newborn up to ones that fit 5T. They also have them available on their website www.sposies.com and I recommend that you sign up for the email list for discounts.
Feminine pads– I love the concept of the Sposie Pads but they can be a little pricey. If you are looking for a cheaper option, you can use heavy day sanitary pads inside the diaper instead. I usually will pick these up when they are on sale, and then they come out much cheaper than the diaper liners.
Reusable Cloth or Disposable Swim Diaper– Since swim diapers are meant to get wet, they do tend to soak up more urine than the average diaper. Unfortunately, most places only sell swim diapers during the Spring or Summertime, so you may have a hard time finding them during the winter months. The swim diaper covers can help too and I usually find them very cheap on clearance at the end of summer at places like Walmart.
Wool Cloth Diaper Covers– These diaper covers can be used with regular disposable diapers and act as an extra layer of absorbency. They can be a little pricey but thankfully they are machine washable. You may need two of them, so you don’t have to do laundry every day. Green Mountain Diapers offer these in sizes for newborns up to 30+ pounds. There are also some available on Etsy.
Washable Bed Pads– These pads can be found on Amazon and act very similar to Chuck Pads or Puppy Pads, but they are machine washable. They are not really a solution, but they are super handy until you find something that works for you. If you have ever “fed the bed” with formula, these pads will be super handy as well. For more information on feeding the bed and how to get out formula stains, check out “Feeding the Bed – How to clean it up!“
Ninjamas– these are for older kids, but basically, they are nighttime underwear for kids that come in two sizes. The first is Size S/M for kids weighing 38-70lbs, and then Size Large for kids weighing 64-95+ lbs. They currently have a $5 off coupon on their website too!
External Catheter for Boys- This may sound weird, but for boys they do have external catheters that work by sliding on like a condom and then trapping the urine in a collection bag. You can request a free sample here. They also work with your insurance company and Medicare.
Check with your DME provider– If your child is over 3, they may qualify for diapers from your Durable Medical Provider. This usually requires a prescription from the Doctor, but then they will be covered by your insurance or Medicare. Some DMEs also offer incontinence products like pads and pull up style underwear as well. You can also request samples to try first before placing a large order for a whole month.