Raising kids is a hard task, especially when everything is still new.
I always say to new parents, “once you figure your child out, they change”.
Speaking of change, diaper changes are an often feared and rarely perfected task of parenting.
In my years of diapering children, I have learned a few ways to make it a little bit easier for parents and caregivers.
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Five Ways to Make Diaper Changes Easier
1. Have a new, fun toy reserved just for changes
This is especially effective with little ones from about age 4 months, all the way to potty training. For my two-year-old girl, a book will do it. She especially loves seek and find books. For little guys, like Edward, a soft, vibrating monkey will do the trick.
2. Be prepared
Do not lay the baby down for a change until you have diapers (yes, that is plural), wipes (even if you don’t think you will need them) and a place to dispose of the diaper easily. Also, if you are following the first point above, a special toy or book. Along with having your supplies ready, I encourage you to find the right supplies. The right diaper can make all the difference. I personally prefer Little Snugglers Plus from about 0-6 months. I then LOVE Little Movers Plus for the crawling and walking stages.
3. Make it a happy experience for baby
Start the process off with smiles and giggles. This will help to create a positive experience for baby.
If you go into each change with a scowl, likely your baby will too.
4. Move fast
A large part of the reason that point two is so important is to ensure the whole process goes quickly.
Nothing causes a squirmy, fussy diaper change like a bored baby. This takes time to perfect, but working on it from the beginning will help.
5. Location, location, location
This point is a little more discretionary. Some babies can be quietly distracted by siblings or music.
For others, this might cause more wiggling and squirming.
If you have a rolling baby I HIGHLY recommend changing the baby on the floor.
As I mentioned earlier, I have now diapered for 10 years.
There has always only been one brand for me.
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Really great tips! I especially like number 4! Moving fast is key!
Sage advice! I’ve changed a lot of diapers on the floor, too. We never bought a changing table with either of our daughters, in fact.
Great tips Cat! I will totally be sharing these with my new mommy friends!
I definitely agree with #1; we always gave my daughter a toothbrush to play with! And yes, wipes, lots of wipes.
These tips made me giggle, but they are seriously right on for someone who is new to diaper changing! BE PREPARED is the KEY! Don’t start the process til you have everything you need in reach!
With two kids in diapers, this is my life right now! Your tips are spot on. We have special toys and songs that we only sing when changing diapers, and I’ve learned to move super FAST!
He is a cutie! Definitely moving fast is a must! I also love to make it fun and usually end up playing with my baby 🙂
Awesome ideas. Cute little fellow
Great Tips….Super Cute Baby !!
Great pics. And adorable baby 😉
Great tips! Adorable baby! Enjoyed what you had to say in this blog!
That baby is adorbs! Good idea about having more than one diaper ready, because you just never know what’s gonna happen during a diaper change!
The distraction idea is the way to go for sure! And I’m so with you on being FAST!
The baby is so happy to oblige in the photos. Wonderful job