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7 Simple (But Genius!) Ways to Stop Diaper Change Tantrums

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Published Feb 12, 2020 Updated Feb 12, 2020

Wondering what to do when your 2 year old fights diaper change? Learn what to do when your child throws diaper change tantrums with these 7 simple—but genius—techniques. The diaper change tantrum—for any toddler mom who's already had it with diaper changes, adding tantrums to the mix is often a challenge. My kids would cry, kick, hit, and do anything they could to get away from changing their diapers. Sometimes they even seemed scared to have their diapers changed. And when you're trying to change a poop diaper, that often means an instant mess on your hands (literally and … [Read more...]

How to Get Rid of a Diaper Rash in 24 Hours

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Published Oct 23, 2017 Updated Feb 20, 2020

A diaper rash is challenging for both parent and baby. Discover 5 proven remedies and treatments for how to get rid of a diaper rash in 24 hours. The dreaded diaper rash. No matter how careful you try to be, the baby still ends up with redness beneath the diaper. Whether from diarrhea or an allergy or being in a diaper too long, nearly every mom has had to deal with a bad diaper rash. I know I did. Diaper rashes often made changing diapers difficult, so much so that I practically had to wrestle my babies just to stay put. They were also extra fussy not just during changes, but … [Read more...]

5 Easy Ways to Stop Leaky Diapers at Night

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Published Oct 03, 2016 Updated Feb 08, 2020

Does your child wake up with a wet diaper? Learn how to stop leaky diapers at night with these effective tips. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Procter & Gamble. All opinions are 100% mine. It's the sight (touch?) no parent looks forward to every morning: Wet pajamas, wet sheets, even pillows drenched in pee. For several nights, one of my twins would wake up with wet everything. You can imagine how this painted the mood for our mornings. I'd have to swap his pajamas and cover his mattress with a new sheet and pillowcase... every day. Laundry piled up, and our … [Read more...]

5 Ways to Keep Your Baby Comfortable in Diapers

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Published Dec 08, 2015 Updated Feb 08, 2020

From rashes to wetness, dealing with uncomfortable diapers can be troublesome for both parent and child. Learn how to keep your baby comfortable in diapers. Thank you to Member's Mark Comfort Care for sponsoring this post. All content and opinions expressed are my own. Can you imagine how uncomfortable it must be for our kids to be in diapers 24/7? They're hardly out of a diaper save for their daily bath and diaper changes. Diapers aren't as thin as underwear. And they're filled with pee and poop—not exactly the best experience. With two-year-old twins, I see the difference a comfortable … [Read more...]

How to Save Money on Diapers

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Published Aug 31, 2015 Updated Feb 19, 2020

Looking to cut costs on diapers? Diaper costs can add up. Check out this article for practical tips on how to save money on diapers. Thank you to Family Dollar and Kidgets for sponsoring this post. All content and opinions expressed are my own. Let's talk diapers, specifically, how to save money on diapers. After three kids, I have few basic needs with diapers. First, they have to be functional—no constant leaks or uncomfortable scratch marks on my babies. And second, they must be affordable. Parents buy a ton of diapers, and those costs add up. My toddler twins are nearing their end … [Read more...]

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