What most people don’t know

A wet brief can lead to a UTI.

A brief stops leaks, but it holds the urine right against you. Hours of warmth and moisture next to the urethra is how many urinary tract infections begin.

  1. The brief gets wet

    Urine is locked into the core, which rests against your skin until the next change.

  2. Bacteria multiply

    Body heat and trapped moisture let bacteria grow on the surface touching you.

  3. They reach the urethra

    It is only a short distance for bacteria to travel up into the bladder.

  4. A UTI starts

    Burning, urgency, sudden confusion in older adults, and sometimes a hospital stay.

A year-long nursing-home study¹

3×

Residents who wore absorbent pads got UTIs about 3 times as often as residents who didn’t.

Out of every 100 residents, how many got a UTI that year:

Wore absorbent pads41 of 100
Didn’t wear pads13 of 100

The problem isn’t you. It’s what sits against your skin all day.

How to use it

Four simple steps

UraGuard® goes inside the disposable brief, pull-up or adult diaper you already use.

Full instructions
  1. A hand peeling the release paper off the back of a UraGuard shield
    1. PeelRemove the release paper from the adhesive backing.
  2. A hand placing the UraGuard shield, blue panel up, inside the front of a pink pull-up brief
    2. PlacePosition it in the front of your brief, adhesive side down. The blue panel faces up, right under where urine leaves the body, with the wide end toward the front.
  3. A hand gently pressing the shield flat inside the brief
    3. PressGently press to secure so it stays in place, then wear as usual.
  4. A hand lifting a used shield out of the brief
    4. RemoveRemove after use and throw it in the trash. Do not flush. Use a fresh shield each time you wear one.

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Independent lab result · Patent-pending technology
96%

In laboratory testing, UraGuard® technology reduced surface bacteria by 96%.†

Tested over 8 hours against a standard diaper using the AATCC 100 method.

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UraGuard® is a physical barrier. It is not a treatment for, and is not intended to prevent, any medical condition.

†Independent laboratory testing (AATCC 100) of UraGuard technology in a diaper format, compared to a standard diaper after 8 hours.

¹Omli R, Skotnes LH, Romild U, Kuhry E. “The use of absorbent pads increases the risk for lower urinary tract infections in nursing homes residents.” International Continence Society, 2008, Abstract 233. Prospective 1-year study of 160 Norwegian nursing-home residents aged 65+; shows an association, not cause and effect.

Women Who Feel the Difference with UraGuard®

FAQs

Here’s what happens when you use the shield:

  • The shield liner is placed inside your incontinence brief or diaper, positioned directly under the urethra.
  • During the day, urine and stool are absorbed into the incontinence product, creating a warm, moist environment that allows bacteria to multiply and thrive.
  • When bacteria build up in this damp space, they sit right against your skin.
  • UraGuard® creates a targeted physical barrier over the urethral area, separating it from the moist parts of the incontinence product where bacteria are present.
  • With the urethral area covered, it stays separated from the moisture and bacteria held in the pad or brief.

Unlike full-length pads, UraGuard® is a small, targeted shield designed specifically to cover the urethral area — not absorb fluid. It works alongside your existing incontinence brief or disposable underwear. Learn what a hygiene shield is.

Yes! UraGuard® shields are made with soft, skin-friendly materials chosen with sensitive skin in mind. If you experience any irritation, discontinue use and speak with your healthcare provider.

UraGuard® is a small, targeted shield — noticeably more compact than a full-length pad. That’s by design: it only needs to cover the urethral area, where protection matters most.

It’s thin and flexible, and designed to fit inside any standard incontinence brief, diaper, or disposable underwear without adding bulk. Many first-time customers are surprised by how small it is — the compact size is what keeps it discreet and comfortable all day.

UraGuard® is designed to be completely discreet.

It’s thin, flexible, and sits inside your existing brief or disposable underwear, so it won’t change how your clothing fits or feel bulky.

UraGuard® is specifically engineered for women, as its design and placement are optimized for the female anatomy.

While men can use it for incontinence management, the UraGuard® technology may not provide the same benefits. We are actively developing a version tailored for men — stay tuned!

Not yet. UraGuard® is currently available as a shield insert, so you can add barrier protection to any incontinence product you already use.

However, we understand the need for an all-in-one solution, and we’re actively exploring pull-up and tabbed-style options. Stay tuned for updates!

Yes! We stand behind the quality of our products. If you’re not completely satisfied, contact our customer support team within 30 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

It depends on how you use it. Many women use one overnight or for longer stretches, like a long drive or a lunch out, so the 30-shield Night Pack covers about a month of nights. Some use one at every change and choose the 60- or 90-pack for the best price per shield.

Not with a regular pad worn in everyday underwear. UraGuard® is made for adult diapers, disposable briefs and pull-ons, and it can also go on top of a booster pad worn inside your brief.

UraGuard® is proudly manufactured in the USA. We’re committed to high-quality manufacturing standards to ensure our products meet the needs of women seeking comfort, dryness, and peace of mind.

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