If you are first-time daddies, you will need some practice to learn to change diapers quickly and efficiently. Even if it's early in the morning and you have your eyes glued after a sleepless night! Changing diapers is an art and although the experience is a degree and everything ends up dominating with daily practice, this simple guide will help you a lot in your first diaper changes.
Prolegomena: in preparation is the key
Be well organized and have it all ready before you start, avoid accidents such as diapers placed inside out, leaks in the contents of dirty diapers on the way to the garbage and even splashes of pee (it happens especially when you are a child!).
The first thing is to wash and dry your hands well, with soap and water or with disposable wipes. Choose a comfortable, clean, warm and dry place to change the baby. You can use a special baby changing table, a disposable changing table or a towel to put the baby on top.
Prepare all the necessary material: a clean diaper, wet wipes or a lever with water and a sponge and a protective cream for the diaper area. Let's go for the little one and… get to work!
How to change a diaper step by step
Release the clean diaper adhesive closures and fold them back, but don't take them off yet so they don't stick to the baby's skin.
If there is a poop, set aside most first with the diaper itself, being careful not to rub the genitals with it. If it is a child, cover it with a wipe to avoid "splashes."
Hold the baby by the ankles with one hand and slightly raise the legs so that the buttocks are raised.
Fold the dirty diaperor in half and leave it under the baby's buttocks, with the clean outer part in contact with her buttocks and the dirty part inside the diaper.
Use a disposable baby wipe or a wet cloth wipe or sponge to carefully clean and gently touch the baby's genital area. It is advisable to leave the wipes away from home and use water whenever possible, as it helps keep the skin hydrated. Girls should be cleaned from front to back to prevent bacteria from causing an infection.
Lift both baby's legs and clean your buttocks.
Dry the area well with gauze and light taps. If you need protective cream, it is time to apply it gently. The recommended ones are pasta with water, but here it is always better to avoid creams if the skin is not irritated. That is, do not apply it by system and let the natural protection of the skin act.
Change the dirty diaper For a clean one. If you see that "leaks" are frequent, try using a larger diaper.
Open the diaper and place the part that has the adhesive closures under the baby's buttocks. Now fold the bottom part over your belly, passing it between your legs. Make sure that the diaper does not bulge too much between the baby's legs, so that it does not cause irritation or discomfort. If you are a newborn, avoid covering the umbilical cord.
Close the diaper by sticking the adhesive strips on both sides. Check that it does not squeeze too much or is too loose and finish dressing your baby. In boys, make sure the penis is pointing down before closing the diaper. This reduces the possibility of urine leaking. Finally, you will see that the diaper seams end up in a kind of "ruffles" in the crotch area, try to be out to avoid leaks.
You've done it: You have successfully changed your first diaper! Now he closes the dirty diaper, wrapping it and sticking the strips around himself. Place it in a plastic bag and throw it in the dirty diaper canister or throw it directly in the trash. Don't forget to wash your hands afterwards!
Tips to maintain proper hygiene
In changing the diaper it is important to maintain the hygiene of everything that comes in contact with the baby. Whenever the surface allows it, you can clean the changing table with a detergent with diluted bleach in water as Star 2in1. It is also important to thoroughly disinfect the cover and the mat of the changing table.
For remove stains from stronger pockets, soak your baby's clothes without much time after the change. Better in hot water about 20 minutes to release the poop spots. If it is white clothes you can add some Neutrex Soft with natural and active salts, especially indicated for the most delicate white clothes that require special care and washing. If there are still remains, rub the stain a bit and then place your baby's dirty garment in the washing machine.
Following these simple tips both your baby's clothes and all the necessary accessories for his diaper change will always be clean and disinfected. Ready for the next diaper change!
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