Long before there were disposable diapers, parents had to use cloth diapers for newborns. The modern cloth diapering process is even easier with the invention of waterproof diaper covers and safety fasteners that will not cause injury to the baby. Many large cities also have diaper services that will wash dirty diapers for you. With these inventions, using cloth diapers with newborns is easier than ever.
Now I am giving you some instructions on how to use cloth nappies/ diapers
1. Buy diapers--make sure you have enough to start out with. Infants can use as many as 12 diapers per day, so three dozen diapers are enough for only three days. If you plan to wash the diapers at home, then you will want to wash every three days to make it easier on yourself. If you use a diaper service, it will usually give you enough diapers for a week.
2. Prewash the diapers before use in hot water with a baby-safe detergent that has no dyes or fragrances. You can use a detergent formulated for babies or use one designed for sensitive skin. Dry the diapers in the dryer.
3. Practice folding the diapers before your baby is born. Folding cloth diapers is a learning process, and you don't want to fumble with a fussy baby. Lay the diaper flat on the changing table. Adjust the length of the diaper to reach just below baby's belly button by folding one side up.
4. Place the baby (or a doll, if you're practicing) on the diaper. Fold the bottom edges in to fit around the baby's thighs. Fold the diaper around the baby's waist. Fold the front edges toward the back of the baby. Fold the back edges toward the baby's belly. Fasten the edges in place with a diaper fastener.
5. Adjust the fit so there are no gaps. Place the diaper cover over the diaper and fasten.
6. Remove the diaper as soon as possible after the baby eliminates. Dump any hard feces into a toilet before placing the diaper into the diaper pail.
7. Wash diapers in hot water to remove all bacteria. Dry the diapers immediately to prevent mildew from forming.
8. Wash the inside of the diaper pail with a disinfectant before adding new dirty diapers to the pail. You can also use a plastic liner inside the pail to reduce contamination.
So these are the simple instructions which will help on how to use cloths diapers.
