62 How to clean the diaper area It is a good idea to clean the diaper region with a soft cotton cloth or baby wipes before putting on the new diaper. The correct cleaning method involves cleaning from the front to the back in order to prevent contamination by fecal matter. It also helps ensure that no secondary infection can occur, and contamination and cross infection are avoided. Clean the What precautions must be taken before putting on a diaper? Before putting on a diaper, it is good to practice the following: » Clean the area using a soft, absorbent cotton cloth or baby wipes. » Use warm water to clean the area. » Clean the skin folds of the groin as fecal matter, sweat, and urine tend to collect in these regions and cause skin irritation. » Dry the area with a dry cotton cloth. » Apply diaper cream generously, especially to the groin folds and bottom regions, ensuring that the skin is kept lubricated and does not get damaged. » Use a good quality diaper that is well suited for your baby.
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