How is a diaper supposed to fit

I hope these tips will help you make sure their diaper size grows along with them. William Sears is a proud member of the Huggies Parent Council. Learn more at Huggies. Sears, or Dr. As a father of 8 children, he coached Little League sports for 20 years, and together with his wife Martha has written more than 40 best-selling books and countless articles on nutrition, parenting, and healthy aging.

He is noted for his science-made-simple-and-fun approach to family health. Wrap the disposable diaper well around the waist and leg cuffs. Play around with the resealable tabs and adjust for a snug and flexible fit. The diaper should have some give. Fit and comfort are key. Your baby's diaper should fit right below the belly button; if it is too low-rise, it is time to size up.

It should not require too much pulling or adjusting to secure the tabs. On the contrary, if the tabs overlap toward the center of the waist, you need to go down a size. And please be honest, we really do listen.

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When a "blowout" happens, your first thought may be to blame the diaper. But it might just be that the diaper is the wrong size for your baby. Size is one of the most common causes for a leak or blowout. Examine a diaper in the current diaper size to see how it fits your baby. If you notice red marks around your baby's upper legs and tummy from the elastic in the diaper, the diaper is likely too small.

Additionally, if you notice that the diaper looks or feels too snug on your baby, it is likely too small. You may also begin to notice leaky messes if your baby's current diaper size is too small. Try the next size up in diapers to see if it absorbs better and fits your baby more comfortably.

If leaks stop and it looks like a better fit, your baby was most likely ready to move up. If you notice excessive gapping at the legs and waist, the diaper may be too large for your baby.

Let your baby gain another pound or two and then try again. On a mission to create a more healthy, sustainable, and equitable world for the next seven generations and beyond. Popular Searches.