"The severity of the incontinence will determine how often wearing incontinence products is needed," says Dr. Sherry. Many are designed for all-day wear, some are intended for overnight use, and others should be changed out as needed after each bladder leak. Dr. Sherry explains that someone with stress incontinence may need to wear multiple high-absorbency pads throughout the day or even leak-control underwear. "They have completely replaced traditional underwear for some women and men," she tells Byrdie.