Baby's little buttock grooming, which is simpler than a simple routine operation, is a good time to exchange. Reminder of the right gestures to perform in the right order.
How often should I change my baby's diaper?
To avoid redness and diaper rash, it is important to change the diaper at least 5 times a day, and as often as necessary (after a bowel movement of course but also after urination). The toilet of the buttocks, necessary to the good hygiene of the child, it is also, and especially, an act of protection of the skin of baby. Because the urine and stools are acid and carry irritating bacteria for the very fragile skin of the toddler. Check regularly to make sure the diaper you usually buy is always the right size for your toddler. Don't hesitate to test different brands. Not all brands have the same absorbency or shape.
Where should I go to change my baby's diaper?
Once your hands have been washed and your toiletries are ready, support your baby's neck and place him or her on his or her back on the changing table. The changing table should be set at the right height to avoid any discomfort during this soft moment. Of course, throughout this process, never leave your baby. If you're out of the house, on the road or on a trip, plan to move around with a nomadic changing mat or mattress on a safe, flat surface.
What you need to change your baby's diaper:
- oleo-limestone liniment
- layers
- cotton squares
- hypoallergenic wipes
- an exchange cream
- a small wet washcloth
- a change of clothes
How do I remove the diaper?
Start by telling your little one that you're going to change his diaper. Then, gently tilt his pelvis to put the bodysuit under his buttocks. Lift his buttocks, unhook the scratches of the diaper and fold them down so that they do not stick to the child's skin. Then, you can lift his buttocks slightly to pass the front of the diaper underneath. This is the most direct and quickest method. To avoid dirtying the baby and the towel, the easiest way is to roll the diaper up on itself while moving the clean front part down towards the baby's buttocks, removing as much stool as possible in the process.
Remember to take off his socks
Your baby may get them dirty if he or she moves around a lot. Also, lift his body high, but don't leave your baby shirtless, he gets cold very quickly. If he's naked, at least cover him with a towel.
How to clean the seat of his baby?
Using a nappy cloth, hypoallergenic wipe, or a cotton square covered with liniment or cleansing milk, gently clean your baby's seat from front to back. Don't forget the upper abdomen, thigh folds and crotch, as urine and stool can macerate and irritate your baby's delicate skin. Then, use an angle of the towel placed under the baby to gently dry the folds.
For a little boy
Rinse your glove or change wipes to clean the belly (up to the navel), penis, testicles and groin folds.
For a little Girl
Touch her lips and vulva, then lightly press your gesture in the groin folds. Finish by washing her belly.
What to do in case of redness and irritation?
Preventively or as soon as redness appears, it is better to use a specific cream for diaper changes. If it is a "water paste". Spread a good thickness to shield the acidity of the stool or urine. In the case of a preventive cream, apply a small amount and massage very gently. If your child develops chronic redness and oozing, don't hesitate to ask your child's pediatrician for advice.
How do I put on a clean diaper for my baby?
Unfold the clean diaper widely and slide it under the baby. Instead of lifting him by his feet, you can turn him on his side, following the natural movement of the child. Fold the front of the diaper over the child's tummy, remembering to fold the baby's sex down.
Close the velcro fasteners. Check that the elasticized folds of the diaper are well placed outward to prevent leaks, center it well across the width and between the back and the stomach. Apply the unfolded scratches flat so that they adhere perfectly.
At the right size. If the umbilicus hasn't fallen off yet, you can fold the edge of the diaper so that it doesn't rub. Make sure the diaper fits snugly, knowing that after eating, the baby's stomach may expand slightly. Therefore, you must leave the space of two fingers slipped on at the waist.
