A method for accomplishing the application to a wearer of a disposable absorbent article having particular features is disclosed. The method includes the step of providing a kit, the kit including a disposable absorbent article having an elastically stretchable topsheet with a longitudinal opening therethrough and a primary serviceable indicium disposed thereon, and a package having secondary information including a depiction of at least part of the absorbent article and the primary serviceable indicium, the primary serviceable indicium and the secondary information being present to aid the care giver in the correct application of the article to a wearer.