by: leighonasduforrific
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Changing diapers is one of the first things a new mum has to learn. While most parents take it for granted, some find it a not so nice task that has to be performed on a baby. Since this is a task that has to be performed regardless of mums and dads feelings, by learning to do it properly and with expertise will make it just another day to day chore that has to be done for baby for quite sometime.


Having all necessary items close at hand for changing diapers makes it an easy process. Its not practical or safe to keep running here and there looking for things while babys kept on the bed or changing table. Make sure you have everything ready such as the new diaper, wipes, diaper cream, baby powder and babys outer wear before you begin.


Before you start changing diapers, have a fresh diaper ready on hand while you remove babys soiled one. This process can be easily carried out on a changing table or a smooth sturdy surface where the baby cannot roll and fall. Wipe babys bottom well using a front to back stroke to prevent any bacterial infection. Accidents can be prevented by placing baby on a fresh diaper while removing the soiled one. The soiled diaper should be placed in a trash bag or diaper bag for disposal later.


The next act in changing diapers is to apply some baby cream or powder to babys bottom. This is sure to make her feel fresh and nice. With there being hundreds of baby lotions, creams and powders in the market, any well known baby product would do and a cheap one can do the same job as a more expensive product could with most probably only the outer packaging creating the difference in price. If you can leave baby without anything on for a little while, it will be so much better than fixing the diaper immediately after cleaning.



A mum should always find the time to interact with baby by showering her with love and kisses. This is essential to form that very important bond between mum and baby. The time taken for changing diapers is ideal for such interaction where mum can sing to baby and play with her. Never show her your irritation because even little babies are quick to sense displeasure. Once baby is clean and smelling fresh and nice, the new diaper can be fixed in a way that it does not cause any leaks and yet is not too tight to make it uncomfortable for baby.


If you remember, mums of days gone by had a lot more to contend with when changing diapers. They had to wash them, iron and make sure they were disinfected before it could be used on baby again. Unlike todays diapers, safety pins were used for fastening and mums had to be very careful not to prick the little tykes skin even accidentally. When the act of changing diapers has been completed, the soiled diaper must be fastened and thrown into the trash bin after which, mum should wash and disinfect her hands thoroughly before getting on with the rest of her chores.

About the Author

Leighonas Duforrific is the loving grandparent of two toddlers and loves writing about situations parents are usually faced with. Check out her Trend Lab Paisley Park Bedding Sets or these Glenna Jean Jumpin Jive Collection.

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