New born babies use at least 6 diapers a day !

New parent should know that, caring for your baby may be a new responsibility, but once you get used to the daily routine with your new born, its is a lot easier than imagined. 

One of the most important piece of clothing or covering is the baby diaper. A new born baby should wet at least 6 times & its best to use a new diaper each time to reduce the chances of promote fungal infection.

BABY DIAPER STATS
Average length of time baby is in diapers:  2 1/2 years

Average amount of diapers used per baby:  7,300

Average monetary savings using cloth vs disposables:  $2000

* In 1955, 100% of American babies wore cotton diapers, 0% wore disposables,
and 7% experienced diaper rash.

* In 1991, 10% of American babies wore cotton diapers, 90% wore disposables ,
and 78% experienced diaper rash.

Cloth Diapers are usually reusable & tender on baby's skin. Cloth is actually more absorbent, & parents have better control of the absorbency levels by adding liners or doublers to their cloth diapers.  Cloth diapers are quickly beginning to fade away, because of the headaches of cleaning & avaliability, however there are some parent loyalists who argue that these are still the best. Cloth Diapers are made of 100% Pure Cotton for soft comfortable fit. There are some unique cloth diapers which dont use diaper pins anymore called snappi diaper, which is a reliable way to fasten a cloth diaper. It is made from a stretchable non-toxic material, which is T-shaped with grips on each end. These grips hook into the diaper fabric to ensure a snug-fitting diaper with enough natural movement for the baby. ( Extract from SnappiDiaper.com )

Disposable Diapers are readily available in every department store & are generally more expensive. These type of diapers are easy to use while travelling & offer protection to the baby's surroundings be It in the parents arms or to furniture.however on the down side Disposable diapers are loaded with chemicals such as sodium polyacrylate which absorbs the liquid. Most babies tend to react to these chemicals & get diaper rashes.

Most Disposable Diapers come with

•  Velcro tabs

•  Absorbent core, inner liner, soft leg cuffs.

•  Youth Briefs in 3 sizes

Diaper Rash

As baby grows and her diet changes, parents should keep an eye on her elimination habits to see if there is any diaper rash or infection.

To alleviate diaper rash

•  Change baby's diaper as soon as it gets soiled or wet

•  Babies should be dried thoroughly before putting on a new diaper

•  Parents should always check for newer baby diapers & consult a doctor if the rash dosen't go away.

*SOURCES:

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
1959, Vol 54 pp. 793 - 800 "Relationship of Peri - Anal Dermititis to Fecel pH" by Drs. Tamio, Steiner, Benjamin

CLINICAL PEDRIATRICS
May 1991, Vol 30  Department of Internal Medicine & Pedriatrics, Loyola University Medical Ctr.
"Newborn Chemical Exposure from over - the - counter Skin - Care Products" by Drs. Cetta, Lambert, & Ross