Changing a nappy
- Make sure you have all necessary items at hand:a clean nappy,cotton balls or soft cotton cloths soaked in warm water for young babies or disposable wipes for older ones,nappy-rash ointment if necessary,and clean clothes if the previous outfit is soiled.
- Ensure your hands are clean and have some wipes or a damp cloth at hand in case your hands get dirty halfway through,you should never leave your baby unattended on a tabletop to wash your hands.
- place the baby on the clean surface.If you are out of the house,carry a large clean cloth or towel with you to lay on a tabletop or surface.Open up the nappy,at the front of your sides,hold the baby’s anckles with one hand,and carefuly lift him so that his lips are slightly raised and you can remove the nappy from under him.Fold the soiled part in and put aside for now.
- Put the baby down again and clean his front with a moist cotton ball or cloth,remembering to wipe gentlly in the creases.You can also use baby wipes – damp,cloth-like tissues that you can just use and throw.Choose alcohol-free wipes,which won’t irritate the baby’s skin.
- Lift him gently again by the anckles and use a fresh cotton ball or wipe to clean his buttocks.Also wipe the lower back and thigh.
- Dry the baby’s front ,buttocks and creases to prevent nappy rush.Add nappy-rash cream if necessary.
- Slide a clean nappy under him,pull up the centre between his legs and attach Velcro tabs at the side.Ensure the nappy fits.
Alert : Ensure the nappy fits snugly around the waist and is high enough at the back so it doesn’t leak.
