Place the new, clean diaper under baby and secure the fasteners. If your still have a newborn, you might need to fold down the top of the diaper to make room from the umbilical cord. Don't be afraid to pull the diaper on snuggly. If you have it on too loosely... Well, you can imagine the mess that makes!
How to Diaper a Baby
By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com
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- Which Diaper? Diaposable Diapers versus Cloth Diapers
- Gather Your Diapering Supplies
- Lay the Baby Down
- Hold on to the baby!
- Fresh and Clean Baby
- Clean up!
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