Lesia Oesterreich, M.S.
Family Life Extension Specialist
Human Development and Family Studies
Iowa State University
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Have one central place for changing diapers, preferably near a
sink. Keep all diapering supplies and extra clothing in this area.
You will need diapers, disposable wet wipes, disposable covering
for the changing surface, plastic bags for soiled clothing, extra
clothing, a spray bottle with bleach solution or other disinfectant,
disposable paper towels, and a covered, plastic lined trash container.
A step-type trash can that pops open with a step lever is best.
Line the can with a plastic bag. This type of container allows
you to dispose of the diaper quickly while keeping a hand on a
squirming infant.
STEP 1 - Check to make sure that you have everything
you need before changing the diaper. NEVER leave an infant unattended
on a changing table.
STEP 2 - Place a disposable covering on the diaper table.
Paper towels, old computer paper, wax paper, clean paper bags,
or butcher paper are inexpensive choices.
STEP 3 - Remove soiled diaper and soiled clothing.
STEP 4 - Dispose of soiled diaper in a covered, plastic-lined
container.
STEP 5 - Clean child's bottom with disposable wipes. Wipe
front to back. Dispose of wipes. Wipe your own hands and dispose
of wipes again.
STEP 6 - Put on a clean diaper and if necessary, clean
clothing.
STEP 7 - Wash the child's hands with soap and warm running
water.
STEP 8 - Remove disposable covering and discard. Remove
soiled clothing, place in a plastic bag to be taken home.
STEP 9 - Clean and disinfect diapering area with bleach
solution.
STEP 10 - Wash your hands with soap and warm running water.
Mix 1 tablespoon of liquid chlorine bleach to 1 quart of water
or 1/4 cup of liquid chlorine bleach to 1 gallon of water.
Make this solution on a daily basis as it loses its strength after
24hours. Be sure to label the bottle.