Absorbent article having a replaceable absorbent core component having an insertion pocket

A disposable diaper having a front waistband region, an opposing back waistband region, and a center region intermediate the waistband regions and comprising:

• a topsheet;
• a backsheet;
• an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, the absorbent core comprising a non-removable component disposed in at least the center region and at least one replaceable component disposed in at least one of the waistband regions, the non-removable component and the removable component having respective surfaces facing each other;
• and
• an insertion pocket formed on the replaceable component into which a user can insert fingers to insert the replaceable component into the disposable diaper for wearing;
• wherein the diaper is adapted to provide for fluid communication between the non-removable component and the replaceable component through said facing surfaces, the open end of the insertion pocket extending generally laterally across the replaceable absorbent core component;
• and
• the disposable diaper is adapted to allow removal and replacement of the at least one replaceable component, and for continued use following such replacement.