Patent ID: 7727211
Filing Date: 2010-06-01
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. A disposable diaper having a front waistband region, an opposing back waistband region, and a center region intermediate the waistband regions and comprising: a topsheet; a backsheet; an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, the absorbent core comprising a non-removable component disposed in at least the center region and at least one replaceable component disposed in at least one of the waistband regions, the non-removable component and the removable component having respective surfaces facing each other; and an insertion pocket formed on the replaceable component into which a user can insert fingers to insert the replaceable component into the disposable diaper for wearing; wherein the diaper is adapted to provide for fluid communication between the non-removable component and the replaceable component through said facing surfaces, the open end of the insertion pocket extending generally laterally across the replaceable absorbent core component; and the disposable diaper is adapted to allow removal and replacement of the at least one replaceable component, and for continued use following such replacement.