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5 essential items for caregivers

By Erica Navarro

Caring for our loved ones takes a toll on us physically and emotionally. Whether we’re supporting our parents and grandparents from walking from room to room, helping them on and off the bed, using the restroom, or feeding them, it can be hard to be successful at everything. Using the right products can help make these loving tasks run smoother and keep our family members and us happy and stress-free. From bed rails and pads to commode chairs and bibs, these items will help with your everyday caregiving routine.

Whether you’re taking care of your parents and grandparents or are recovering from surgery, this under mattress bed rail will aid in preventing falls and getting in and out of bed safely. It supports up to 250 to 280 pounds, has a tool-free assembly, and comes with a storage pouch for any items you want to have nearby. Plus, with its universal fit, it accommodates any bed size.
$21 from Amazon $186 from Walmart

Get a good night’s sleep without feeling uncomfortable or worrying about accidents. These bed pads will keep your mattress dry and odor-free. The four layers are highly absorbent and can hold up to 1500 ml of water. They are washable and have a non-slip backing allowing you to sleep naturally. Depending on your needs, you can use these pads as puppy or diaper changing pads.
$40 from Amazon $43 from Walmart

You will be ready when nature calls with this commode chair. Since it’s foldable, it won’t take up space, and you can keep it in the bedroom or living room. Plus, it is easily moveable, so you can transfer it wherever you need it. It can also be placed over your bathroom toilet and has a sturdy structure that supports up to 350 pounds. Adjust it from 16 to 23 inches to match your desired height.
$98 from Amazon

Keep clothes clean with these waterproof and stain-resistant bibs. They are made from soft polyester and have a layer of vinyl to keep your clothes from getting dirty or wet. They are machine washable and come in a plaid pattern to camouflage any accidental spills while eating. It has a snap closure with adjustable snaps to put on, take off, and easily modify to your preference. Plus, it’s better than regular terry cloth bibs that aren’t reusable or waterproof.
$10 from Amazon

For foot and ankle swelling or soreness, try this hot and cold therapy ice wrap that will help alleviate pain and minimize swelling. It is reusable, flexible when frozen, non-toxic, covers the front and side ankle, and will fit either the left or right foot. And with its universal size and adjustable strap, it will offer relief to everyone.
$12 from Amazon $16 from Walmart

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Whether we are caring for our loved ones or recovering from surgery, these products will provide protection, assistance, and a worry-free state of mind. Get in and out of bed with bed rails that offer support. Sleep soundly with bed pads that are highly absorbent and won’t move while sleeping. Use the commode chair that adjusts to any height and moves where you need it. Keep clothes free from stains and spills with bibs made to last, and reduce ankle pain or soreness with a foot and ankle wrap that offers both hot and cold therapy.

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