Diapers will be one of the most important baby needs for some time to come. In fact, determining the size of a baby's diaper, especially a newborn, requires precision. Improper diaper size can interfere with comfort and even affect the health of your little one. Considering that newborn skin is still sensitive and prone to diaper rash. For this reason, moms and dads must know how to choose the right newborn diaper size.
It should be understood in advance that buying diapers cannot be done like mom and dad buying clothes for your little one. Mom and dad can choose clothing sizes based on the age of your little one, this does not apply when determining diaper sizes. The correct diaper size is selected according to body weight. If the diaper used by your little one is the wrong size, it can cause diaper rash and leakage.
Newborn weight varies. In general, birth weight babies are categorized into 3, namely low birth weight babies (.2500 grams), normal birth weight babies (2500-3999 grams) and excess birth weight babies (> 4000 grams). Whereas usually the size of diapers for newborns is around NB or newborn and S sizes. The following is a guide to diaper sizes according to the baby's weight in general so that mom and dad don't choose the wrong size:
NB size (Newborn)
size is intended for newborns . These special diapers for newborns are usually available in adhesive or tape types. Newborn diapers are suitable for babies weighing 0-5 kg and ages 0-1 months. At this age the frequency of urination is 10-20 times and the frequency of defecation is around 4-12 times.
Size S
After 1 month old, mom and dad can switch to the pants diaper type to make it more practical when putting your little one on diapers. Size S on diapers is suitable for children weighing 4-8 kg and ages 1-3 months. Usually the frequency of urination in a one-month baby is 10-20 times and the frequency of defecation is 4-10 times.
Size M
diapers can be used by babies aged 4-6 months. However, with a note that the baby's weight ranges from 6-11 kg. Babies with an age range of 4-6 months, the frequency of urinating will decrease by around 10-15 times and the frequency of defecation is around 2-4 times a day.
Size L
After being over 6 months old, the frequency of urinating the baby will decrease not as much as before. The frequency of urinating at this age is 5-10 times and the frequency of bowel movements is only 1-3 times a day. For babies aged 7-12 months with a body weight of 9-14 kg, you can use diapers size L.
Size XL
Babies aged 1 year usually have a normal weight gain of only 200-250 grams. In the age range of 12-15 months with a weight of 12-17 kg, your little one is suitable for using the XL size. The frequency of urinating is around 5-10 times and the frequency of defecation is around 1-3 times.
Size XXL
Usually, diaper products have the largest size, XXL. That means, this size is the size in the diapers size sequence. This XXL size is suitable for babies weighing 15-25 kg and aged 15-25 months.
Safe Diaper Materials for Newborns and Babies
Apart from choosing the size of diapers, another consideration for choosing the right diaper is the material used. Pay attention to the softness of the diaper, whether the material used in the diaper is safe for your little one's skin health and how the features on the diaper help reduce the risk of diaper rash.
MAKUKU SAP Diapers Slim is a diaper that uses the new core structure technology of SAP (Super Absorbent Polymer). SAP is in the form of a powder that will turn into a gel when it absorbs your little one's fluids. The core SAP structure in MAKUKU able to absorb fluids evenly and makes absorption very fast.diapers MAKUKU n't get lumpy or the absorbed liquid doesn't gather at just one point. As well as making the diaper surface dry longer and keeping your little one's skin moist. This is what keeps your little one's diapers protected from damp conditions that trigger diaper rash.
Apart from that, MAKUKU SAP Diapers are also equipped with advanced features including:
- The thickness is only 1.6 mm or as thin as a coin.
- It has a hollow surface so that diaper air circulation can reduce hot or stuffy.
- Designed with a 3D or hexagonal surface to reduce contact with baby's skin.
- U Shape on the front to protect the baby's umbilical cord from friction with the diaper waistband.
- Urine indicator as a diaper change reminder when the diaper is full.
- Disposal tape that makes it easier for parents to dispose of diapers so that dirt doesn't fall apart.
So, after knowing the right diaper size, mom and dad should choose diapers with high quality and fast absorption. Afraid of Diaper Rash, Use MAKUKU! (Aq/MKK)
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