Absorbent articles having wetness indicating graphics providing an interactive training aid
US6635797B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 24, 2001 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/8497
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable absorbent article such as a training pant includes wetness indicating graphics that provide an interactive training aid. The interactive graphics can include a permanent character graphic and one or more active object graphics, which “appear” or “disappear” from view in response to exposure to urine or the environment. The interactive graphics can also include a story line in which the permanent character graphic is illustrated performing an activity involving the active object graphic. The wetness indicating feature and the graphic story line allow the caregiver to interact with the child in an educational and motivational manner to enhance the toilet training process.
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