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Changing Diapers. Changes Lives.
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• Diaper Bank
• Healthy Steps Diaper Bank
• Need for Diaper Banks
• Importance of Proper Diapering
• Diaper Changing
• Diapering Tips
• Diaper Rash
• Purchasing Tips
• Potty Training
• Next Steps
• Questions
Agenda
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A nonprofit group that collects, stores, and helps distribute free
diapers to family service organizations.
Diaper Bank
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Our mission is to provide diapers
to families in need to keep children
clean, dry, and healthy.
Healthy Steps Diaper Bank
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“Diapers are a basic need for children in the
United States, as essential to their health and well-being as food, shelter, and a
parent’s love.”
Many caregivers lack a sufficient supply of disposable diapers to keep their children
clean, dry, & healthy
Need for Diaper Banks
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Proper diapering not only ensures that children are clean, dry, and healthy but also:
• Reduces the risk of diaper rash, staph infections, and urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Reduces the risk of spreading to others diseases such as E coli, Hepatitis A, Norovirus, and Hand Foot & Mouth
• Supports diaper counting and hydration assessments
• Helps facilitate relationship building and bonding
Importance of Proper Diapering
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In the first year, a baby will use between 2,700-3,000 diapers
Diaper Changing
Child’s Age Average Number of Diapers per
Day
0 – 1 Month 10 – 12
2 - 6 Months 8 – 10
7 – 12 Months 8
13 – 24 Months 6 – 8
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• General times to change a baby:
• When awakens in the morning
• Before or after a feeding
• After a nap
• Before bedtime
• After a bowel movement
Diaper Changing
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• Use this as bonding time
• Select an appropriate location
• Gather all supplies before you start
• Do not use baby powder
• Use ointments/creams specific to diapering
• Have a toy or distraction ready
Diapering Tips
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• Wipe girls front to back to reduce UTIs
• Wet washcloth or paper towel can be used in place of wipes
• Two finger rule to ensure diaper fits properly around the waist
• Dispose of diapers in plastic lined garbage cans
• After changing a diaper, wash your hands
Diapering Tips
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• Bright red, puffy, inflamed skin• Causes include: • Prolonged exposure to wet/soiled
diapers• Diarrhea• Introduction of foods• Chafing/rubbing• Antibiotics• Irritation from a new product
Diaper Rash
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• Treatments:• Over-the-counter ointments• Increasing airflow• Changing diapers often• Washing baby’s bottom with water
after each change• Pat baby dry – do not rub!
• Avoiding soaps and wipes that contain alcohol or fragrance
Diaper Rash
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• Select the appropriate size of diaper based on your
child’s weight
• Compare the price per diaper
• Look for sales
• Use coupons
• Printable coupons at: Huggies.com, Pampers.com, Luvs.com, Pull-ups.com
• Find coupons on shelves
• Ask a friend for diaper coupons from the Sunday paper
• Purchase diapers online
Purchasing Tips
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• Patience and consistency
• Every child is different
• Child’s readiness
• Timing
Potty Training
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• Signs of readiness:• Stays dry for 2 hours and/or through
naps• Asks to be changed & doesn’t like to
be in soiled diapers• Shows interest in the potty• Is able to sit for 2-5 minutes• Can pull pants up & down• Has words for pee & poop
Potty Training
• Tips:• Lay the groundwork• Get supplies• Schedule potty breaks• Watch for “need to pee” signs• Incentives & Praise!!!• Everyone using the same process
Potty Training
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• Tips Continued:• Naps & bedtime take longer• Accidents and setbacks will happen• Avoid negative reinforcement &
punishments
Potty Training
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• Begin, or continue, diapering in a
way to ensure your child is clean, dry, and healthy
• Have a conversation with your case worker if your supply is inadequate
• Share this information with family, friends, and caregivers
Next Steps
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Questions?
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• Healthy Steps Diaper Bank -
www.healthystepsdiaperbank.com
• Huggies - www.huggies.com
• In Short Supply/Feeding America - www.feedingamerica.org
• Mayo Clinic - www.mayoclinic.org
• National Diaper Bank Network - www.nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org
• Pampers - www.pampers.com
• Pull-Ups - www.pull-ups.com
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