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Diaper Dos and Don'ts for Parents

Diaper hygiene rules for first time parents
Madhuri Adnal
One thing that you should always carry along with your baby is loads of diapers.
Being a new parent also comes with new set of new responsibilities.
But there are several dos and don'ts when it comes to these protective cushions that you should keep in mind.
You should provide six to eight hours of open-air time per day.
Dry the wet skin of the baby by air.
For cleaning in the winter, use cotton and water. Cotton should be dipped in water and dabbed on the baby's skin without rubbing it.
Using water instead of baby wipes are recommended to clean whenever possible. You should only use baby wipes when travelling or if water is unavailable.
Apply coconut or olive oil to the baby's skin during the dry season. Doing so will form a protective layer around the skin, preventing diaper rashes
Baby powder tends to dry the skin, which increases the likelihood of rashes in the baby. Therefore, it is possible that applying baby powder will aggravate the rash