Baby Tips for New Parents

A Must-Know Diaper Changing Hack for New Parents

Are you tired of unexpected messes during diaper changes? Here’s an essential hack every new parent needs to know to stop pee-outs during diaper changes: swipe a cold, wet wipe across your baby's belly before changing their diaper. This simple trick can trigger your baby to pee beforehand, saving you from a wet changing pad and extra cleanup.

Why It Works:

  • The cold sensation of the wipe encourages your baby to pee, reducing the chances of an unexpected mess during the change.

@honeycombapp_ Why it Works Temperature change Cool sensation of the wet wipe makes baby feel the urge to urinate Abdominal stimulation Rubbing or pressing baby's lower abdomen stimulates muscles and nerves, triggers release of urine Relaxation Wet wipe sensation makes baby feel more relaxed Helps baby release urine Technique might not work for every baby Some babies might still pee unexpectedly during diaper change Be patient Give the technique time to work Remember that each baby is different 🙈 #momhack #momlife #momsoftiktok #newmom #newdad ♬ The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non molto - Antonio Vivaldi

Additional Diaper Changing Tips

  • Keep Supplies Handy: Always have diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes within reach to streamline the diaper changing process. Some families like having one diaper changing station on each floor of the house, or they keep a diaper changing supply caddy that can be toted from room to room.

  • Distraction: Give your baby a toy or sing to them during changes to keep them calm and distracted. Instead of hanging a mobile over the crib, hang it over the diaper changing station to keep baby stimulated.

  • Regular Changes: Change diapers frequently to prevent rashes and discomfort.

  • Wipeable Changing Pad: As much as you can use this trick to reduce pee-outs, it’s impossible to stop baby from peeing during diaper changes altogether. Invest in a wipeable changing pad so you’re not constantly needing to wash the changing pad cover.

More New Parent Tips

Now you know how to change a diaper without baby peeing all over the changing pad! Looking for more baby advice? Check out these how-to guides:

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