Tight swaddling of newborns is a thing of the past. But diapers as the main attribute of this process will accompany our babies for a long time. The diaper is a rectangle made of fine calico or soft flannel. These are the first clothes for a newborn, and a replacement for a sheet, and even a blanket in the summer heat. The baby needs it in the crib, in the stroller, and in the arms of the mother during feeding. You can't do without it. But along with the usual cloth diapers, modern industry offers new, very convenient and economical disposable.
What are they for?
Disposable baby diapers are capable of retaining any moisture and turning it into a thick gel, just like diapers. They do not need to be washed after use. The use of such material saves busy mothers' time at the wash. They are convenient to use when traveling, visiting a doctor, or shopping.
One-time diapers can replace the napkins that are usually used in the daily hygiene procedures of the baby: air baths, changing the diaper, processing the baby's skin. It can be placed in the stroller while walking. And finally, they are included in the required minimum that every young mother prepares for the hospital and for the discharge of the baby.
Pros and cons
The positive aspects of this product are obvious:
- disposable diapers will save the mother's time that she can spend on communication with the child, its development;
- using them, you will be relieved of the constant re-washing of mountains of dirty linen that inevitably accompany all parents;
- they are irreplaceable when mom and baby are on a trip (train, plane, car), visiting, routine checkups by a pediatrician or being treated in hospitals;
- the materials from which the diapers are made are hypoallergenic when used correctly.
There are also disadvantages to all disposables.
- Continuous use of a disposable, despite its apparent convenience, will be very expensive. Sometimes it is easier to do the laundry than to spend the money the family needs.
- Disposable diapers cannot be used for changing.
- Constantly using them in caring for a baby is not very good for his skin. In hot weather, they overheat the baby's skin, causing prickly heat, and, as a result, redness and irritation of the skin.
Types and sizes
Before talking about the types and parameters, let's consider their device.
The disposable diaper is a soft and thin multi-layer material. The polyethylene in the bottom layer prevents the liquid from flowing onto the mattress on which the baby lies. The outer layer is composed of cellulose fibers.
By the way, cellulose is a natural material, which means it is hypoallergenic. Between the bottom and top layers there is an absorbent filler that turns any liquid medium into a gel.
You can buy such a miracle in a pharmacy chain, supermarkets and regular stores. They are available in packs, the number of diapers in which varies from 5 to 120 pieces. In pharmacies, you can buy them individually, which is very convenient and not so expensive.
The usual sizes of such products are 40x60, 60x60 and 60x90 cm. Some mothers use large diapers for self-production of absorbent wipes for the daily care of babies in the first year of life. To do this, just cut it into pieces of the size you need.
If you doubt that disposable diapers will work for your baby, do not buy a full package right away. Buy a few to get started and try them out. So you will not spend a lot of money, but you can make sure of the benefits and safety.
The manufactured products may differ not only in parameters, but also in material: the main ones are cellulose, cotton. There are also paper rolls.
In general, a mother herself can decide which ones to take exactly for her child.
In addition to products for newborns and babies, there is also a version for adults. The diapers are convenient when caring for bedridden patients and the elderly, in the postoperative periods, undergoing medical examinations, medical procedures, ultrasound and other procedures.
How to choose?
If you are convinced that you and your baby absolutely need such diapers, the following points should be highlighted.
- Please read the information on the package carefully before purchasing. Choose only natural and hypoallergenic materials that will help keep your baby healthy. If your toddler is prone to allergies, don't buy flavored options.
- Absorbent material in articles of artificial origin. Therefore, it is important to avoid prolonged contact of the child's skin with such material.
- Before buying, compare products from different manufacturers, identify the advantages and disadvantages of their products.
- Compare prices for products from different manufacturers in different places and choose the most acceptable price range for yourself.
Popular manufacturers
The most common brands of absorbent diapers are Tena Bed, Seni, Bella, Helen Harper and Euron Extra. Let's consider their proposals in more detail.
- Tena bed from Sweden offers high quality products. Delicate outer layer of smooth and skin-friendly cellulose fibers. Under it is an inner one (also made of natural materials), which will perfectly absorb any liquid. This will provide the child with a comfortable environment. They do not cause allergies, they perfectly keep unpleasant odors. Packages come in 30 and 80 pieces. Suggested sizes: 60x60; 60x90; 85x140 cm. The price for 5 pieces is about 120 rubles.
- Seni soft will fit perfectly into your arsenal of hygienic materials for a baby or an older child. These nappies can be used when changing diapers, changing nappies, or in a stroller or bed to protect the mattress. The delicate surface, natural materials (fluff cellulose that does not crumple) will protect your child from negative influences and will not cause allergies. A thin bottom layer of polyethylene material will not only prevent leaks, but also help non-slip on any surface. And this is very important for the safety of your child. This brand has a not very high price for a pack of 5 pieces - only 90 rubles. On sale there are packages and 30 pcs. Standard sizes - 40x60; 60x60; 60x90; 90x170 cm.
- Bella happy also produces diapers made of natural and very pleasant to the touch materials that absorb liquid very quickly. The price for packing goods of this brand is the highest - about 140 rubles.
- Helen harper makes its goods from materials that are not weaved. The filler is cellulose. They are pleasant, hypoallergenic and reliable. A distinctive feature of the product is the pattern on the surface and the relatively low price - about 100 rubles per package.
- Euron Extra, like other manufacturers, they use ingredients of natural origin. They are excellent at collecting excess liquid due to the uniform distribution of absorbent cellulose fibers. Diapers from this manufacturer do not wrinkle. We draw your attention to the fact that the products of this brand have the lowest price - about 80 rubles for a package of 5 pieces. As you can see, they are very cheap.
- In addition to the main manufacturing companies, there is a German company Hartmann... She also uses natural materials that have a beneficial effect on baby's skin and reliably protect it. A distinctive feature of the diapers - small "tracks" for better moisture absorption over the entire surface. Packages from this manufacturer are from 20 to 100 pieces with varying degrees of liquid absorption. Standard sizes: 40x60; 60x60; 60x90; 90x180 cm.
Of course, now the use of modern high-quality disposable products in childcare is widespread. All the reviews on various forums for moms about their use are extremely positive. Such diapers are simply irreplaceable in specific difficult life situations, they are waterproof and hygienic. They will help you out if you are traveling, if you have no time to do laundry and it’s quite commonplace if the water in your house is turned off. They have many positive qualities that consumers will surely love. As far as cost is concerned, manufacturers offer different prices.
Choose the products that are affordable for you. But don't forget to check their quality.
Finally, it is worth noting that not all mothers are constantly ready to use such new-fashioned diapers. Fabric options that are still more familiar, do not cost so much and are even able to be inherited, will serve us faithfully for a long time.
For a comparative review of children's disposable diapers, see the following video.
