Diaper change: useful tips

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No worries: changing the diaper is a piece of cake if you know how to do it!

Changing a diaper may seem simple, but the first time can feel overwhelming for new parents. It looks like child's play—what does it take? After all, it's just a diaper. But then you take one out of the package for the first time, look at it, and suddenly you’re full of doubts: which way is correct? Then you look at your baby—so small, so fragile... and now what?

No worries : with the right tips, changing your baby's diaper will be really easy. And in no time, you'll become a diaper-changing black belt!

Rule number one: stay calm.

This rule always applies when caring for a newborn in general and, in particular, when you need to change your baby's diaper for the first time. Don't worry! If you panic, your little one will sense it, get agitated, and maybe start crying... Needless to say, the task would start off on the wrong foot. If you feel a bit nervous, take a deep breath and remind yourself: just be gentle. Even in the worst-case scenario, you might put the diaper on backwards—nothing irreversible. Next time, it will go better.

Password: organization.

The first thing you should do before your first diaper change is prepare a comfortable area for you and your baby, and make sure everything you need is within reach.

  • Find a comfortably warm environment, because infants initially are not able to regulate their temperature.

  • Prepare everything in advance and keep it within reach, near the changing table or in the area you've designated for diaper changes. The area should be comfortable for the baby, who should be placed on a flat, adequately cushioned surface, and at a height that is also comfortable for you.

Important, too, is that your child is never left unattended: the risk of falls is very high. If you must leave the changing area for any reason, always take your child with you.

Make sure you always have a stock of diapers with you

It's terribly annoying when, after undressing your baby, you realize there are no more diapers on the changing table or the pack of wet wipes is empty. Make sure the compartments of the changing table are always well stocked. This means there should always be a sufficient number of diapers, changing mats, towels, clothes, water, a thermometer, and wet wipes. This allows you to avoid running out of essentials at the changing table: fully customizable, with no constraints, and you can also choose your preferred delivery interval!

What do you need for changing a diaper?

First of all, a spare diaper, of course . Make sure the nursery area is always well stocked. It's best if the diapers are suitable for sensitive skin, such as the LILLYDOO Diapers , formulated for sensitive skin, super absorbent, fragrance-free, and soft on the skin. In addition to a little warm water, it is also important to have available:

  • a sponge;

  • a gentle detergent specially formulated for infants

  • the LILLYDOO moist wipes with 99% water , very gentle even on the skin of little ones;

  • a soft, clean towel;

  • a protective paste for diaper changes;

  • l' organic almond oil , to strengthen the skin barrier and keep your baby's skin well hydrated;

  • i body;

  • spare clothes and socks.

Remember to always protect the changing table or diaper-changing area with a changing mat. The LILLYDOO ones are super soft and ideal for a diaper change that prioritizes comfort and hygiene, both at home and when you're out and about or traveling.

Here we are: now we're ready for the diaper change

We've reached the crucial moment: now it's time to change the diaper. How do you do it? Here is a step-by-step guide to everything you need to do.


  1. Unfasten the jumpsuit around the legs, lift it to free your baby's legs, and unfasten the bodysuit at the bottom. Some outfits are specifically designed to make diaper changes easier. Especially convenient are onesies with buttons on the legs, which can be fully opened without having to completely remove the onesie. If your baby also needs a bath and you're a bit worried—at least for the first few times—about pulling clothes over their head, choose, in addition to fully openable onesies with buttons, kimono-style bodysuits that can be easily slipped off through the arms.

  2. Gently open the diaper by unfastening the side tapes, then carefully lift your baby's little legs : if they’ve pooped, this helps you avoid getting them dirty and soiling the changing table. It’s not uncommon, especially with little boys, to pee like a fountain as soon as they’re freed from the diaper—a clear demonstration of how these little explorers love freedom from a very young age! So be careful: surprise showers may be coming. To prevent this, you can place a towel over the little penis until it's time for washing.

  3. Clean the genitals . If your little one has pooped, you can first clean the area with the moistening wipes and then proceed with washing using lukewarm water and soap specially formulated for the sensitive skin of little ones. Make sure to wash the inguinal area thoroughly and, for girls, the area between the small and large labia, where feces could accumulate and cause irritation and infections. It's best not to scrub these delicate areas; instead, gently pat them dry with a soft cloth.

Remember, when cleaning the diaper area, the movement should always be from front to back and not the other way around, to prevent bacteria from the anal area from passing to the genital area.

4. Dry the area thoroughly with a soft towel and put on a clean diaper. If you want, use a little almond oil to soften the skin and help prevent unnecessary irritations of the skin. Lift your baby's little legs, slide the back part of the diaper under their bottom, lower them, bring the front part of the diaper forward (making sure it covers the genitals), and fasten it with the appropriate closures. Be careful not to lift your baby by the legs: their hips could be affected.

The diaper should fit snugly on all sides but not constrict: it may cause discomfort and leave marks on the skin. If you can comfortably insert one or two fingers into the top of the diaper, it means you’ve put it on correctly and it will fit your little one perfectly. For newborns whose umbilical cord is not fully healed yet, The LILLYDOO diapers in sizes 1 and 2 have a cut at the level of the navel to avoid unnecessarily irritating this sensitive area. .



Your child doesn't want to be changed?

Near the diaper-changing area, keep a few toys or objects your child finds especially interesting—it might even be the packaging from the wipes. Each time it's time for a change, give them one of these items to help distract them. You could also sing little songs or create your own changing ritual to make this moment more fun. For some tips, read our article on .

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

How do you change a newborn's diaper?

Wash your hands before removing the diaper. Clean the child's genitals and bottom with a cotton ball and water or with a fragrance-free wipe and lotion. Gently lift the child's legs by holding their ankles and always clean from front to back. For boys, it is not necessary to retract the foreskin. Thoroughly dry the area with a soft towel and put on a clean diaper.

When to change the diaper: before or after the feeding?

If the baby is often dirty after feeding, to avoid the inconvenience of having to change the diaper twice, it would be better to change it after the feeding. If the baby suffers from reflux, he may vomit if moved too much with a full tummy, so it's better to change him before the feeding.

How to change a newborn baby?

Wash your hands with soap and water. Lay your baby on the changing table and make sure you have everything you need within reach (diapers, wipes, cream, almond oil, towel, diaper pail). Unfasten the tabs of the diaper, then lift the baby's bottom, holding it by the ankles, and slide the dirty diaper away. Clean the baby with a wipe. Put on a clean diaper by lifting the diaper again and holding it by the ankles. Close the diaper and wash your hands. Whether you're at home, at a café, or in the park, you should always be ready to change your baby's diaper. For new parents who have never changed a diaper or have done so only a few times, having useful tips to rely on can be very helpful. Here are our tips: Keep the feet: babies squirm and move constantly during the change and may kick or hurt you. Cover the private parts: boys are known to pee as soon as their diaper is removed, so put a wipe over their "private parts" to ensure it doesn't go everywhere (or worse, hit you right in the face). Games and distractions: when the child is old enough, give them something to hold in their hand to distract them, even just wipes. Accuracy: use hypoallergenic wipes, without fragrances or lotions, to clean the entire diaper area. Residues left behind can cause diaper rash. Keep diapers out of the child's reach: when you remove a dirty diaper, place it out of the child's reach. Children can crawl very far, and a hand covered in poop is the last thing you need.

How to change a newborn without making them cry?

Distract him! Keep some small fun objects near the changing table and let the baby play with them only during diaper changes. Reserving them for diaper changes will help maintain their novelty.