dp66 wrote:
I have dealt with … My question is, have any of you here on this site tried going undiapered, and how did you manage? I would like to not rely on diapers, but a little timid in trying to do so. Diapers have almost become my security blanket. Should I just accept that I am what I am?
JDinVirginia wrote:
I am unable to go around undiapered per se due to my dual incontinence. However, I do practice timed voiding 4 or 5 times a week. … A welcome benefit of this is that it has shown me my limits. …
Alas
dp66, i too have tried going undiapered here and there. But the stress and anxiety of knowing that I was not protected was, in the end, not worth it to me to going without some type of protection. In otherwords, while I probably “can go undiapered” during some parts of the day (not really, but …), I just don’t want to take the “embarrassment” chance of having a visible wet spot accident. Therefore, I prefer the “comfort” of being “daytime diapered” and not having to be stressed out over visible accidents verses going without! And to further JDinVirginia’s statement, I know my limits and work within those limits.
To be upfront, if at home during the daytime, I (mostly) try not to use protection. This is because I have all that I need/want: managing my incon costs, bathrooms nearby, access to diapering supplies and, most importantly, family acceptance of any accidents. But if I am out and about, I prefer the “security & comfort” of knowing I won’t be forcing the world to deal with my issues!
Now, I am not saying you should “accept” what you are (you asked “should I just accept that I am what I am”). But where I am at, I do know that I have two issues to evaluate/balance:: 1) Can I endure a visible/embarrassing wet spot or 2) can I endure being in a diaper that catches the effects of my incontinence? And since the dread of the first option outweighs the second option, I choose to be diapered eventhough I may have some daytime control.
In the end, when you have options (as it seems you do), you can decide what is best for you and your situation. I hope you can find your life’s balance.
Blessings to you, ILuvLA.