force a child to potty train. Every child is different and will potty train when they are ready. [Note: Forcing children to potty-train may lead to a power struggle where a child withholds urinating or voiding, which can lead to issues such as constipation, urinary tract infections, or kidney damage. Potty training a child too early may result in the above issues as well.]
If you are caring for an infant, then much of your time will be spent changing diapers. Page 17 of your booklet lists the ten steps to changing diapers. We’re going to take a few minutes to review that skill.
The most important thing about diapering an infant is to stay with the infant at all times. Never leave an infant unattended. Infants can roll and move around at different times, so it’s important to never leave them alone, even for a second. For this reason, if you use a changing table, make sure you never leave the infant unattended. Keep one hand on the infant at all times.
DEMONSTRATION: DIAPERING I’m going to demonstrate. Follow along as I complete each step.
[Ask a participant to read each of the 10 steps out loud as you demonstrate on a doll or manikin.]
1. Choose a safe place to change the infant’s diaper – either on the floor, on a changing pad or towel, or on a changing table. When using a changing table, remember to keep one hand on the infant at all times.
2. Make sure you have all the supplies you need (clean diaper, wipes, etc.) within reach first. Never leave an infant unattended, even to quickly grab supplies that are nearby.
3. To remove the dirty diaper, undo the tabs first and gently slide the diaper from under the infant’s bottom.
4. Gently wipe the infant from front to back with a washcloth or wipe. Be sure to get the little folds and creases clean. Wipe from front to back to prevent spreading bacteria that can cause urinary tract infections.
5. Pat the infant dry with a clean washcloth or wipe to prevent diaper rash.
6. Gently lift the infant’s legs with one hand and slide a clean diaper under the infant’s bottom with the other hand. Be sure you have the side with the adhesive tabs underneath the infant.
7. Before you fasten the tabs, make sure the front of the diaper is centered between the legs and pulled up to the same level as in the back – usually around the level of the belly button in the front.
8. To prevent leaks, bring the adhesive strips around the back and fasten them snugly on the front of the diaper so there are no gaps. Be careful not to stick the adhesive tape on the infant’s skin.
9. Roll up the old diaper (and wipes) onto itself in a ball – fasten the tabs to secure it. Dispose of the old diaper and wipes as directed by the parent. One option is to put the old diaper in a plastic bag and tie it closed. Then put it in the trash.
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