Abstract: An absorbent article, such as a sanitary napkin, comprising a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core is described. The absorbent core comprises an acquisition member, a storage/distribution member, and an indicator member. The absorbent article further has a longitudinally oriented middle region defined by the storage/distribution member and a pair of longitudinally oriented side regions that lie laterally outboard of the middle region. The acquisition member is disposed on the storage/distribution member and the indicator member is disposed, at least partially, in the side regions. The storage/distribution member has a higher capillary suction than the acquisition member such that absorbed bodily fluids are drawn from the acquisition member into the storage/distribution member providing a clean appearance.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article such as a diaper having an outer covering layer comprising a liquid pervious topsheet and a liquid impervious backsheet, an absorbent core encased in the outer covering layer, and at least one cuff member extending outwardly from and along an edge of the absorbent core. The cuff member comprises an upper layer, a base layer, a cantilever flap interposed between the upper layer and the base layer and having a fixed edge and a distal edge, and gathering means such as a plurality of elastic members secured to the cantilever flap. The cuff member enhances containment and fit of the absorbent article and minimizes cuff roll-out and collapse during use.