Advantages and Disadvantages of Disposable Diapers

When disposable diapers were introduced in the late 1950s, they were definitely regarded as an important step towards effective emancipation among mothers—no more long hours of washing and bleaching terries! However, just because they have such advantages entirely means that these products are all good, as there are actually some disadvantages in using these products that hold true today. Let us take a look at both sides of the coin regarding disposable diapers.

List of Advantages of Disposable Diapers

1. They offer convenience.
Compared with cloth diapers, disposables are more convenient to use. Aside from being widely available in many specialty stores, they are also already available for online purchase. Another element of convenience is that you can just throw them away to the can after removing them, as opposed to cloth diapers that need to be soaked and washed.

2. They allow for quick changes. 
Another huge benefit of using disposable diapers is the less time you spend on changing them, which would become lesser as you get used to doing it. As a result, changing would become more practical for you.

3. They can come as hypoallergenic, which is safe for babies.
Whether your baby is suffering from a chemical or allergic reaction to the materials in standard diapers, you can choose hypoallergenic diapers that prevent common irritants as your best course of preventive treatment. However, it is important to keep in mind that, similar to cosmetics, hypoallergenic diapers do not have a controlled definition, and that some manufacturers would try to make claims for such products, while the truth is they could still cause a few adverse reactions.

List of Disadvantages of Disposable Diapers

1. They are expensive in the long run. 
Diapers are very expensive, especially when you consider that a baby can use about 7 to 8 diapers in a day on average. Also, the prices of these products can vary according to their types and qualities, which can cause concern and confusion among parents. Many parents even believe that a significant portion of their budget is spent in buying these diapers.

2. They can cause skin rashes. 
Skin rashes are a common condition that occurs due to the prolonged use of wet diapers. As you can see, moisture can be a perfect breeding ground for bacteria, which are one of the main culprits of this skin condition.

3. They can cause toilet training to be more difficult. 
Basically, toilet training should involve certain signals and sounds between the babies and parents, so that children can easily learn to use the toilet for defecation and urination. However, the use of disposable diapers have increased the period of children to be in diapers for a long time, as babies are feeling quite comfortable in diapers and parents are not pushing them for the toilet training.

Overall, you should wisely weigh down the advantages and disadvantages of disposable diapers before you decide on using them for your baby. By doing so, you will be able to ensure the best for your bottom line and for your baby’s.

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Baby Cloth Diaper

With the green movement in full swing, everyone is looking for ways to recycle and reuse. This can occasionally mean going back to the older ways of living, such as the cloth diaper. The cloth diaper was used up to and through the disposable diaper  era. The cloth diaper is nice because it is reusable and can grow with the baby. The downside is that it needs to be cleaned and washed to be reused.Disposable diaper  are faster to put on the baby and do not need to be cleaned, making them easier to use. However, they are slow to biodegrade and can pollute the Earth longer than your baby uses the diaper.

By following the directions of using cloth diapers, one can find a healthy and green way to diaper their baby without too much difficulty. It is important to keep the cloth diapers in good repair as a diaper with a hole in it is bound to leak. It is also important to keep the cloth diapers in good repair because holes where the diaper attaches together to hold onto the baby are common and cause for a weak hold if not properly repaired or replaced. 

When using cloth diapers, one should change the diaper more frequently than with disposable diapers. This is because cloth diapers are made from cloth, not plastic and therefore are more prone to leaking if left wet. When changing the diaper, leave the dirty diaper open rather than tightly wrapping it. By leaving the diaper open, the fecal matter and urine remains where it is, rather than being spread all over the diaper.

Once the new diaper is securely attached to the baby, release the baby and begin to clean the old diaper. The first thing to do is remove any solid matter from the diaper. This can be done by scraping the fecal matter off the diaper with a flat item. Many cloth diapers come with a scraper for this purpose. It is often best to scrape the fecal matter into a compost pile or a specialized bag for the fecal matter. This will help to eliminate some of the odors of the fecal matter. 

Once the fecal matter is off the diaper, rinsing the diaper can help to limit the stains on the diaper. After the diaper has been rinsed, the diaper should be thrown into its own hamper so that the diapers may be washed together. The diapers should be washed in hot water with bleach to limit the chances of bacterial surviving on the diaper during the wash cycle. The cleaned diapers can be tumble dried. 

If all of this seems a little too much, another easy idea for handling cloth diapers includes a diaper service. This service takes and cleans the diapers for you, although it does require a service payment and can be difficult to find in our current technological time.  This service does make cloth diapering easier though, in that the whole process of cleaning a cloth diaper is done for you.

Nappy changing tips: be prepared

          

Where do I start?

Stock up on nappies before your baby arrives.  Newborns can wet about 12 nappies a day, so you'll need them. Buying in bulk can really save money. 

Wash cloth nappies regularly so you don't run out. Buy 18 cloth nappies for a newborn, if you want to wash daily. If you want to wash every other or every second day, you'll need between 24 and 36 nappies. To treat stains, you can soak nappies for an hour or two before washing them. 

Change nappies frequently to avoid your baby getting nappy rash, especially if they're soiled with poo. Nappy rash can develop quickly, and is the red puffy rash around your baby's genitals, bottom and the folds of her thighs. The best prevention and remedy is to keep your baby clean and dry by changing her nappy frequently and cleaning her properly at each nappy change. 

Washing your baby with unperfumed soap and warm water is the best way to keep her clean and prevent nappy rash. Disposable wipes are convenient but are best used when you are out and about and during the night. 

Learn how to spot the difference between nappy rash and yeast nappy rash, as they need to be treated differently. Thrush or candida begins as tiny red spots which multiply and mass into a solid red blotch which may include pus-filled bumps. 

If poo keeps leaking out of the top back of your baby's nappy, it may be time to go up a size. The weights on the packaging are just guidelines, and your baby may need a bigger size sooner than the manufacturer suggests.

How many nappies will I need?

You'll need between 15 and 20 nappies if you plan to use reusable nappies full-time, or between eight and 10 if you plan to use them some of the time. 

You may want to try a few types in the early days before buying your full amount. As Lisa, a BabyCentre mum, says: "If you want to try a new type or brand of cloth nappy, buy one to start with. That way you can make sure you and your baby are both happy with the style before splashing out on one in every colour!" 

If you are using disposables, you can expect your baby to get through about 12 nappies a day when she is a newborn.

How will I know if my baby needs changing?

You should change your baby's nappies regularly. Your baby's wee, combined with the bacteria in her poo, may make her skin sore and lead to nappy rash. Change your baby's nappy before or after every feed, or whenever she's done a poo. 

If your baby wakes in night for a feed change the nappy as part of your usual routine. Otherwise your baby may wake an hour later because she has a full nappy. You may wish to use wipes during the night to clean your baby up if you're worried about disturbing her. 

Your newborn baby will poo several times a day and wee every one hour to three hours. Wetness doesn't bother most babies though, so don't expect her to cry or show discomfort every time she needs changing. 

Disposable nappies absorb moisture particularly well, so you may not always be able to gauge their wetness until they're soaked. Check for wetness every couple of hours by testing with a clean finger. 

Some disposable nappies for young babies have a wetness indicator on them. This is a line that changes colour if the nappy is wet. This isn't necessary, but it's a handy way to tell if it's time for a change.

How can I make it easier for us both?

Keep distractions handy. If your baby fusses and squirms during changes, hang a mobile over the changing area, put up pictures or mirrors for your baby to focus on. Or give your baby a small toy to play with. 

Enjoy it! Nappy changes offer a chance for special one-on-one time. Talk and sing to your baby, pointing out the different parts of your baby's body and explaining what you're doing. 

Once your baby is cleaned up, try a few simple songs such as Incey wincey spider. Play a bit of peekaboo and share a kiss once you've finished changing your baby.

What will I need when we're out and about?

When you're away from home, take a wetbag and put dirty cloth nappies in it until you get home. Wetbags are waterproof bags that help to reduce unpleasant smells. 

If you're using disposables, when you go out, carry some extra plastic or biodegradable bags with you. You'll then have somewhere to put dirty nappies if there's nowhere to dispose of them. You may also choose to use these to store cloth nappies until you get home. 

Take one small bag, containing a clean nappy and an extra cover, if using cloth nappies, and a couple of wipes, for each nappy change. Each time you change your baby, simply exchange the clean items in the bag for the dirty ones. 

Or you can have one large wet bag to put all the dirty nappies in. Or have a wet/dry bag, which allows you to put clean things on the dry side and dirty things on the wet side. 

For wipes, if you choose not to use disposable wipes, you could take pre-moistened cloth flannels in a small wet bag. Or you can moisten dry cloth wipes with a small spray bottle filled with a mild water and soap solution and spray the solution onto a wipe when you need one. Some mums also add a drop or two of tea tree oil or lavender oil to the water.

Be ready for the spray

News flash: When cool air hits a baby's privates, he'll tend to pee. So open that diaper carefully (read: Slowly!) so that you can catch the stream before it's all over you and the nursery. You can also cover Baby's privates with a washcloth, which will absorb the spray before it gets you.

Protect from long-sleep leakage

We love double-duty things, and this tip falls firmly into that category. "If you have a baby who sleeps long and hard, a maxi pad in the diaper is a great solution to soaked sheets and jammies," says Annie Ory, a certified life coach.

Not comfortable with that approach? That's OK. There are also lots of highly absorbant nighttime diapers now available from Huggies, Pampers, Seventh Generation and more.