Baby Basics: Diapering

Typically a baby weighing six to ten pounds will wear what size diaper?

• Premature

• Newborn

• Size 1

• Size 2

Which of the following is the most common cause of baby diaper rash?

• Friction and irritation

• Allergic reactions

• Change in diet

• Bacterial infection

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

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

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

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

• True

• False

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

• 10 to 12

• 13 to 15

• 14 to 16

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

• Overnight diapers

• Swimming diapers

• Organic diapers

• Non-organic diapers

Select all of the following signs of a diaper being too small.

• Covering the belly button

• Leakage

• Side tabs popping open

• Tight leg band

Covering a newborn's umbilical cord should be avoided.

• True

• False