If you’re reading this and thinking about swimming again, you’re probably carrying a few worries with you. You might be worried about leaks; accidents; feeling anxious about what other people might think. Or maybe you’ve just not been in a pool for years because incontinence made it feel too risky.
You’re not on your own. Loads of adults across the UK feel exactly the same.
The good news is that specialist incontinence swimwear makes swimming possible again, and that’s exactly what we design at Incy Wincy.
Why Ordinary Swimwear Just Doesn’t Cut It
Normal swimsuits and trunks are only made for swimming. They don’t offer any kind of protection if something goes wrong in the water.
Pads and nappies aren’t suitable either. They soak up water, get heavy, and most pools won’t allow them anyway.
That’s why adult incontinence swimwear exists.
You can see our full range of adult incontinence swimwear here
Swimwear or Swim Pants. What’s the Difference?
This is one of the most common questions we get.
Incontinence swimwear is an all in one option. It looks like normal swimwear but has built in continence waterproof support pants.
What does this look like?
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A discreet inner waterproof pant that's integrated so it's not visible
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Secure leg and waist seals for containment
This added layer of support is designed to help contain bowel accidents and manage small leaks. They are worn it on their own, just like a regular swimsuit or pair of trunks. No nappy needed.
If that sounds right for you, you can browse our full range of Ladies Incontinence Swimwear here and our Men's Incontinence Swimwear here.
Incontinence waterproof swim pants are slightly different. These are worn under your usual swimwear.
They:
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Sit discreetly under your costume, trunks or shorts
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Give continence support without changing how you look
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Are popular with people who want to keep wearing their favourite swimwear
A lot of adults choose swim pants for their first swim back because they feel familiar and low key.
You can find our adult incontinence swim pants - here.
Both options are reusable, washable, and suitable for pools and hydrotherapy.
How Incy Wincy Swimwear Works
Our swimwear is not absorbent like a pad or nappy.
Instead, it works by:
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Fitting snugly around the waist and legs
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Helping to contain solids if an accident happens
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Staying comfortable and secure while you move in the water
It’s designed mainly for bowel incontinence and gives reassurance for light urinary leaks, alongside regular toilet breaks.
Let’s Clear Up a Few Myths
“If I wee in the pool, everyone will see a ring around me”
This one gets people really anxious, but it’s not true.
There is no visible ring that appears around you. Pools don’t have dye or anything like that. Urine disperses quickly in the water and nobody can see it happening.
“Incontinence swimwear absorbs urine”
It doesn’t. Swimwear isn’t meant to absorb liquid in water. It’s there to help with containment and confidence, not to act like a pad.
“I’ll have to wear something bulky and obvious”
No. Incy Wincy swimwear and swim pants are designed to look and feel like normal swimwear.
“The pool won’t let me in”
Most pools in the UK allow and often recommend specialist incontinence swimwear, especially for bowel conditions and hydrotherapy sessions.
You can also check our FAQs here
Wearing Swim Pants Under Your Own Swimwear
If you choose swim pants, they’re worn directly against the skin, with your usual swimwear on top.
That means:
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You keep your normal swim style
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You get support without sticking to one style of swimwear
Who Uses our Swimwear
Our adult incontinence swimwear is used by people with:
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Bowel or faecal incontinence
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Urinary urgency or light leaks
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IBS or IBD
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MS, Parkinson’s, or stroke recovery
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Spinal injuries
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Pelvic floor weakness
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Postnatal or post surgery continence issues
The First Swim Is the Hardest
Most people tell us the same thing. The first swim is nerve wracking. After that, it gets easier very quickly.
Once you realise how discreet and supportive the swimwear is, you can actually relax and enjoy being in the water again.
Incontinence doesn’t take away your right to swim.
Ready When You Are
If this is the year you want to get back in the pool, we’re here to help.
You can start with our Men's or Ladies Incontinence Swimwear range
Or if you’d rather wear your own costume, take a look at our incontinence swim pants
Take it at your own pace. There’s no rush. You deserve to feel comfortable and confident in the water.
