Even if you firmly decided that you will not be able to swaddle your newborn baby, you still can not do without diapers. A diaper is a very versatile thing: it can replace a sheet, a blanket, a towel, and a baby's sliders. Most mothers-opponents swaddling use diapers as a sheet - they can be placed in a stroller, a crib, and a changing table. To do this, it is sufficient to have in stock 5-10 conventional tissue diapers. But in any case, they will have to be washed very often, as newborn babies are able to smear diapers at an amazing rate.
Why do we need disposable diapers for children?
A modern alternative to tissue, reusable diapers may well be disposable. They function in the same way as disposable diapers, absorbing the liquid discharge of the baby and turning them into a gel. Thus, these diapers after each use can not be washed, but discarded, thus saving your valuable time. Disposable absorbent diapers for newborns are convenient to use for hygienic procedures (wiping wrinkles, processing umbilical wounds, daily morning toilet baby), as well as taking air baths. A baby born in the summer can even sleep on a disposable diaper without a diaper. In addition, this diaper can be lined while feeding the baby, protecting the bed from stains from breast milk, and also in case the baby belches. How to use disposable diapers and whether to use them at all - this is decided only by the parents of the baby, based on their perceptions of convenience and necessity.
Types of disposable diapers
Diapers of disposable use differ in size and in the material from which they are made.
Packages of 5, 10, 30, 50, 80 and even 120 pieces are sold in pharmacies, children's goods stores and supermarkets. Just like disposable diapers, diapers are very convenient to buy by the piece. However, unlike diapers, the diaper size for a newborn does not have such a critical value. The classical sizes of disposable diapers are 40x60, 60x60 and 60x90 cm. Very often economical mums cut each large diaper into several smaller parts so that it lasts longer.
With regard to the material, then choose as diapers for your baby only products made from natural materials, the main of which is cellulose or cotton fibers. However, keep in mind that the filler that converts moisture into a gel is still a synthetic, artificial substance, as well as the reverse (waterproof) side of the diaper. Therefore, try not to hold the child too long on such a diaper, especially in the heat. Those parts of the baby's body that come in contact with the diaper will heat up and sweat, which is not at all useful. To avoid such problems, many mothers put an ordinary cloth (calico) on top of a disposable diaper, while disposable, being from below, protects the surface where the child lies from getting wet.
The most popular and in-demand manufacturers of disposable diapers are Tena Bed, Seni and Bella, Helen Haprer products are slightly less popular in our country.
Advantages and disadvantages of children's disposable diapers
So, let's sum up.
Advantages of disposable absorbent diapers:
- saving mother's time;
- minimum washing;
- it is convenient to use on trips, on a visit, at a hike to a polyclinic, etc.
Disadvantages:
- permanent use of disposable diapers is costly;
- Do not completely replace tissue diapers;
- "Soar" the child's skin with constant use in hot weather.