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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