Because the anatomy of the genitalia of boys and girls is different, the way to clean them is also different.
During the first months, the baby’s diaper should be changed eight to ten times a day to avoid chafing. It is advisable to do it at dawn, before going to bed, after each feeding, and whenever you are sure that it is dirty or wet.
Girl
They must be cleaned from the vagina to the anus.
1. Remove the waste: the first thing is to remove the feces if any. Next, run a natural sponge or sanitary pad over the buttocks, abdomen, and thighs.
2. Cleaning: The female genitalia are cleaned from front to back, to prevent germs from entering the anus into the vagina, and the folds must be well separated.
3. Drying: Use a soft towel to dry the skin, lightly tapping, without scrubbing and don’t forget the folds. Moisture favors eczema.
4. Moisturizing: spread a thin layer of protective cream on the outer lips, folds and around the anus, take care that it does not enter the vagina to avoid irritation.
Boy
To them, from the thighs to the penis
1. Remove debris: remove feces with a sponge or wet wipe. Have a cotton towel ready, since by removing the diaper, children often urinate upwards.
2. Cleaning: in men, urine spreads widely. In addition to the genitals and anus, it cleans your tummy, thighs and buttocks well.
3. Drying: to dry the skin folds that form next to the testicles well, the most practical thing is to hold it by the ankles and lift your buttocks.
4. Moisturizing: once dry, it is advisable to leave it for a while without a diaper. Then apply the protective cream around your penis and anus.
Before and after changing your baby’s diaper, wash your hands. It is important to have everything you need on hand (diaper, wipes, protective cream). Take advantage of this routine to play with your child, talk to him and pamper him. Turn this routine task into a pleasant time. As he gets older, it will be more difficult to keep him still, to distract him, offer him his favorite toy or place a mobile that catches his attention.