Classic disposable diapers Classic disposable diapers are the most absorbent and practical to use. They perfectly fit the shape of your baby's body, and limit the risk of leakage. And that is the primary purpose of a diaper: to keep your baby's little bottom dry to avoid irritating their fragile skin. But let's take a closer look at what they contain because your child will wear an average of 4,400 diapers from birth to 3 years old. Composition of a classic disposable diaper The classic disposable diaper is made of a polypropylene surface veil. It is used to isolate your baby's bottom from absorbed urine and to keep a net of air in the diaper to let his skin breathe. There is very little risk in using this plastic derivative, but as a precaution, manufacturers add a moisturizing and protective lotion such as Vaseline or aloe vera, for example, to avoid irritation. Under the veil is an absorbent mattress, it is this which retains the urine. It is made of cellulose and sodium polycarbonate. And finally, the outer shell is made of soft polyethylene and adhesives. Eco-friendly disposable diapers If you don't want to use classic disposable diapers, there are two alternatives: disposable diapers with organic components and washable diapers. The first difference between classic disposable diapers and so-called organic diapers is the protective layer. The organic version does not contain lotion. But if your baby has fragile skin, this can cause irritation, so remember to put an effective and good quality cream on it to protect the skin of the seat. Another big difference is that sodium polyacrylate, which turns urine into a gel and can be irritating and allergenic, is often replaced by corn starch, but it can be responsible for the presence of pesticides. But be careful, these are still traces due to the manufacturing method and not to the substance itself. Reusable diapers Reusable diapers are less polluting. And, even if the initial investment represents a fairly high cost, in the long run they are less expensive. However, they are less practical to use than disposable diapers and less absorbent, even if they have evolved since our grandmothers' diapers. Whatever your choice, a diaper must be changed regularly. This is the only way to really protect your baby's bottom. You can also use a good quality cream to strengthen the skin's protective barrier function before his bottom gets red. And above all, rest assured that all diapers are safe, the traces detected are only residues, therefore very small quantities. So make your choice according to your lifestyle and your priorities.
