How to Change a Baby's Diaper

Mary Martinez

English 101

How to Change a Baby's Diaper

No matter how much you love a child there comes a time you don't want to hold them close to you; that time is when you realize you must change your baby's diaper. Changing a diaper is not something that anyone looks forward to do. But, it is a task that must be done, in order to have a happy baby. Changing a baby's diaper is very simple, if you follow a few steps.

First, you will need to gather a few items before you change the baby's diaper. You will need a few fresh diapers (in case one tears), baby powder, baby wipes, a safe spot to lay the baby down, a change of clothes in case the baby's diaper leaks through onto his/her clothes, and of course, you need a baby. It is important to get all of the items you need before you begin the process. Under no circumstances should you leave a baby unattended. Leaving the baby unattended could cause harm to the baby if he/she were to roll off the table, couch or wherever else you may choose to change the baby.

Second, you need to decide if the baby needs changing or not. This is simple; you will look at the baby's diaper to see if it is wet. If the diaper is wet it will look swollen. If you can't tell by looking at the diaper, then you can peel the tape from the side of the diaper to see inside it. Another way to determine if the baby needs changing is by smelling the baby's bottom; if it smells from the outside of the diaper it is safe to say the baby needs changing.

Third, if you are sure you have all of the items needed to change the baby you can get began. Lay the baby down on a changing table, couch, floor or any other place that is safe. After laying the baby down undress his/her bottom, then undo the sticky tabs from each side of the diaper. Next, you gently lift the baby's bottom up by carefully holding their ankles and lifting. While the baby's bottom is lifted pull out the soiled diaper and set it aside. While you still have the baby's bottom lifted clean it with a baby wipe. Depending on how bad the change is it might take a few wipes. When you are finished with the wipes you can put them in the soiled diaper and wrap them up. Then, you will apply a small amount of baby powder to the baby's bottom. Then, gently lift the baby's

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