ic cross-sectional view of one preferred embodiment of the absorbent garment shown in FIG. 2. [0016]FIG. 2B is a schematic cross-sectional view of an alternative preferred embodiment of the absorbent garment shown in FIG. 2. [0017]FIG. 3 is a partially cut-away plan view of an alternative preferred absorbent garment taken from the bodyside thereof. [0018]FIG. 3A is a schematic cross-sectional view