Put on dry diaper.
Leave baby in safe position while putting away utensils.
Never use a diaper a second time without washing; the acid and salty urine deposit will cause chafing.
Avoid pulling tight about the waist; the pelvic bones are now only cartilage, easily misshaped; if pelvis is narrowed in girls, childbirth will be made more difficult for them.
Avoid tightness in front, especially for boys, as this will produce irritation.
Avoid much thickness between the legs; it will cause bow legs.
Never use rubber or other waterproof diapers; they are overheating and may cause bad habits.
A small pad of cotton batting folded into sterilized cheesecloth, or a double fold of Turkish toweling or stockinet placed in the diaper will absorb moisture and avoid the extra thickness of a heavy diaper; this pad may be burned if soiled.
A quilted or stockinet pad placed between the diaper and petticoat will prevent drenching of clothes while asleep.
If diaper is fastened to shirt, make sure of ample length; avoid any pull on shirt or diaper.