Earlier cloth diapers were commonly used but today disposable diapers are the ones that are in great demand. Each type of diaper has its own advantages and disadvantages. Cloth diapers made up of cotton cloth are less expensive but can cause inconvenience and health hazard to your baby. But in case you are preferring cloth to disposable ones here are few points that should be considered:
A. Cloth diapers:
Some parents believe that cloth diapers are environment friendly and economical so they prefer to use them.
- If using these diapers requires pinning, use oversize pins safety heads made of plastics. Keep your hands between the pin and the skin to prevent the pricking of the pin to the baby. If you want to avoid pins then go for diaper tapes.
- Toss the wet diapers in the diaper pail but empty the soiled diapers in the toiler first, rinse it and then toss in the washing pile. It is better to use anti septic liquid to wash diapers to do away with odor.
- Wash cloth diapers using mild detergents. Avoid using fabric softener as it can cause rashes in the delicate skin of the baby. Wash it with hot water and always double rinse these diapers.
- Wash your hands well after changing the diapers to prevent the spread of germs.
- Apply cream or powder before using diaper so that baby feel comfortable and cozy.
B. Disposable diapers:
- In case you are preferring disposable diapers then follow these points:
- While using disposable diapers first apply powder or cream and then open the diaper and slide it under your baby while gently lifting his/her leg and feet. See that adhesive tip is above baby’s belly button
- See that you do not stick tape to the baby’s skin
- Keep separate dustbin to trash the disposable diapers and empty this garbage regularly to prevent stinky diaper pail and growth of bacteria
- In case you come across marks around baby’s legs and waist, it means the diaper is too tight so go for looser fit ones
- In case you see rash around baby’s skin regularly after using diapers then it must be that, this brand is not suitable for the baby so change the brand. It so happen that sometimes babies become sensitive to certain diapers brands.
- Wash your hands well after changing diapers to prevent the spread of germs
Steps to be taken to prevent diaper rash:
It is common for babies to develop rashes after using diapers. Apply the diaper rash cream in the affected area to treat the rash. In case the rash still persists then call your health care provider.
Here are tips to prevent and help heal diaper:
- Change the diapers often. Clean the area gently as wiping or rubbing vigorously can irritate the rash.
- Apply diaper ointment to prevent and heal the rash.
- Allow your baby to go without diaper for few hours in a day so that his/her skin can breathe freely.
- Always check the diapers after few hours to find out whether it is heavy or not. In case it is heavy just change to new one.
Essentials: Here are essentials while diapering your baby:
- Wipes
- Diaper rash cream
- Burp cloth
- Portable changing pad
- Diaper trash bin
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