Knitted diaper

Many mothers notice that the swaddled baby sleeps better, so they are in no hurry to say goodbye to such a convenient accessory as a diaper, despite the fact that for newborn babies there are many different clothes that can be worn on a diaper. Diapers are also useful in order to lay them on a changing table, in a crib or stroller.

Now the market has a huge selection of such accessories for newborns - from the “classics of the genre”, that is, chintz and flannel sheets, to innovations such as disposable, knitted diapers or Velcro models. We will deal with all this in this article.

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Best diapers - what are they?

First you need to figure out what qualities a good product should have, what diapers are best for a newborn baby. Of course, such an accessory for the baby should be sewn from natural material. In addition, a quality model should:

• Absorb moisture well so that there is no “greenhouse effect”.
• Be gentle and soft to the touch, so as not to rub the baby's delicate skin.
• Keep the temperature of the child’s body, prevent hypothermia, or vice versa - overheating.
• To be durable in quality in order to “survive” repeated washing and ironing without losing its qualities.
• The edges of the sheets should be well worked, preferably with an overlock, so as not to rub the baby's skin, in addition, there should be no ruffles, rough seams or any jewelry on it.
• The coloring of the product should not be very bright, since it is harmful to the baby’s eyes, in addition, such a coloring begins to annoy the parents, and even the baby himself.

Important! Such items for baby care are best purchased in specialized stores where they sell products for babies and products of companies with a good reputation are presented. On the market, you should not buy diapers sewn from fabrics with an unknown composition, for example, from mixed materials - they may contain synthetics that are unacceptable for a newborn.

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Kinds

Let us now consider what types of fabrics are and the principle of application, in order to understand which are better - knitted diapers or accessories for newborns from other materials.

Chintz

These are thin, lightweight materials made from 100% reusable cotton. In addition to swaddling, they can be used instead of sheets in a crib, and as a towel.

Important! In the cold season, chintz fabric during swaddling is laid on a flannel fabric, creating a double layer that will be both warm and soft.

Flannel

Made from “fluffy” cotton fiber, very pleasant and soft to the touch. They perfectly absorb moisture, retain heat, do not allow the baby’s body to become cold, even when wet, do not create a “greenhouse” effect.

Important! They can be used both for changing, and as a sheet or towel.

Knitted

This type of accessories appeared relatively recently, but has already gained popularity among many mothers. In summer, knitted diapers can be used as the main ones, and in cold weather they are usually placed on top of the flannel.

Important! The advantage of these diapers is that they do not tighten the body of your baby, but take any shape, allowing the baby to move its arms and legs.

When choosing knitted diapers, special attention should be paid to the composition, it should be completely natural.In their composition, such fabrics are different:

• A cooler is the thinnest and lightest product, it dries faster than everyone else, so it is convenient to use them instead of bibs, suitable for swaddling in the hot season. We can say that this is a modern analogue of chintz options.
• Interlock - medium in thickness, they stretch well, while maintaining a long shape. I absorb moisture well, ideal for wide swaddling. You can use them at any temperature.
• The footer is the thickest and warmest, and even flannel products are superior in warmth. Soft to the touch, designed to care for children in cold weather, you can use them as a plaid. Their only minus is that they dry for a long time.

Disposable

Such models are very popular today. They are multifunctional - they are convenient to take on the road or when visiting a doctor. If the baby is described, the cloth absorbs moisture like a diaper. But these diapers cannot completely replace fabric diapers, and they are expensive for the price.

Important! When buying, you need to pay attention to the composition - there should be cellulose and cotton.

Fur

From the name it is clear that these are winter models. Many models can be transformed into an envelope, which is very convenient for walking. In addition, they can be used as a blanket or play mat for your baby.

Important! Such products should be made only of natural wool and have a certificate of hypoallergenicity.

Velcro

These modern diapers will help you quickly and easily swaddle your baby, without creating extra folds and without pulling the baby's body. They can be disposable and reusable, made from natural fabrics and are easy to wash.

Reusable waterproof

On the one hand, they have a pleasant velvety or terry surface, and on the other hand, a thin oilcloth. Protect from leaks and perfectly wash after use.

Important! Often they have a special impregnation, which is antibacterial, anti-allergenic, and creates an additional barrier to bacteria and microbes.

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How many diapers can a newborn need?

With the advent of disposable diapers, the need to purchase a large number of diapers has disappeared, but you still need a certain amount. Be guided by such standards:

• • Flannel - 5 pieces.
  • Calico - 5 pieces.

• Knitted diapers - 5 pieces. Although, if you do not plan to wrap your baby after birth “in a cocoon”, you can refuse them.
• Velcro products - you can buy 2-3 pieces.
• Disposable - it is advisable to buy 10 pieces, in the future, the parents themselves will decide whether they need to buy more.

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What are the diaper sizes?

There are similar accessories of various sizes on sale, but there are certain standards:

• 80x95 cm is a convenient size for the baby in the first months of his life. Then they can be used as a towel to wash the baby.
• 95x100 cm - used when the child is already 2-3 months old.
• 110x110 cm - the most convenient for the baby 3-4 months.
• 120x120 cm is the largest, but its minus is that these diapers are the most expensive.

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From this article, you learned the difference between knitted diapers and other options, and also acquired other useful information regarding swaddling newborns. We hope you were able to correctly determine both the quantity and quality of such accessories, so caring for a baby is not difficult for you.