Baby Basics: Diapering

To ensure a good fit, you should be able to __________ between the diaper and the baby’s tummy.

• Attach clothing

• Insert four fingers

• Insert two fingers

• Clean the baby

The tabs of a diaper are located on the ________ of the diaper.

• backside

• frontside

Diaper rash is typically NOT caused by which of the following?

• Allergic reaction

• New foods

• Antibiotics

• New environment

If a baby weighs 22 to 27 pounds, what size diaper should they be wearing?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 3

Which of the following diaper types skips traditional chlorine processing and perfumes?

• Overnight diapers

• Swimming diapers

• Organic diapers

• Non-organic diapers

Typically, a baby needs how many diaper changes per day?

• 11 to 12

• 10 to 12

• 13 to 15

• 14 to 16

Without consistent diaper changes, babies are at risk of infection, diaper rash and other health problems.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT considered a reason a parent may choose to use cloth diapers?

• They cost less

• They have limited environmental impact

• They are convenient

• They are chemical free

The back of the diaper should __________.

• Be folded down for comfort

• Come up to the baby’s waist

• Be tucked into the baby’s pants

• Cover the umbilical stump

If cleaning a baby girl, it is important to __________ to keep bacteria from causing an infection

• Use sensitive wipes

• Use wipes which contain petroleum jelly

• Wipe back to front

• Wipe front to back