Baby diapers: 5 most common myths

There are still many myths around baby diapers. Even though they have long been proven to effectively help parents care for their baby. Do diapers cause diaper rash? Are they bad for boys? Do diapers really cause crooked legs? We debunk these and other myths together with YokoSun, a proven manufacturer of diapers on the market.

Myth 1. Diapers cause diaper rash

It is believed that diapers can cause diaper rash on the baby's skin, and to avoid this it is necessary to use powder. We hasten to convince you that this is not so.

In fact, diaper rash occurs due to contact of the baby's skin with feces - urine and feces. This means that it is important that the diaper absorbs well. That is why YokoSun diapers use Japanese absorbent, which can absorb even feces; such diapers provide up to 12 hours of dryness.

It is necessary to maintain hygiene: change the diaper on time (every 3-4 hours), keep it clean. And you should not use powder without a doctor’s prescription.

Myth 2: Diapers cause infertility in boys

Wearing diapers for a long time increases the temperature of the testicles, and at elevated temperatures the process of producing new germ cells slows down.

These shocking claims are nothing more than a myth. The thing is that spermatogenesis (the development of male reproductive cells) occurs in adolescence, usually from 12 years of age. That is why diapers simply cannot slow down the production of germ cells.
 
 In addition, many modern diapers are breathable, that is, their layers consist of soft materials with air channels. Thanks to this, the air circulates in the diapers, due to which the body temperature does not rise critically.

Myth 3. Diapers lead to cystitis in girls

Diapers increase the risk of cystitis in little girls - this statement is not true.

Cystitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the bladder, which in little girls occurs due to a bacterial infection. In other words, the whole point is again in maintaining hygiene; the diaper itself cannot cause illness. But a rare diaper change, feces getting into the urethral area, improper care - quite well.

Myth 4. Diapers cause crooked baby legs

Diapers hinder your baby’s movements and lead to crooked legs. It is believed that this myth was spread by supporters of tight swaddling, when the baby is swaddled tightly with legs and arms strictly straightened.

Today, doctors do not recommend tight swaddling. In addition, bending of bones and joints is impossible under the influence of both diapers and clothing. And modern diapers have a shape that does not hinder the baby’s movements.

Myth 5. Diapers prevent your child from potty training

Diapers absorb feces, which the child may get used to and then refuse to go to the potty for a long time. In high-quality diapers, the baby is really comfortable, but in the case of putting him on the potty, this is not the case at all.

It is believed that a child acquires the physiological ability to control bowel movements only at 18 months. And this is a fairly generalized period: some people develop the skill earlier, others later. Doctors are completely convinced that the ideal time for potty training is 2-3 years, when children can often refuse diapers on their own.

And in this process, panty diapers can help, in this article we have already told you exactly how.

Most widely held beliefs about diapers have nothing to do with reality. Many baby health problems can occur due to improper use of the diaper or insufficient care.

It is important to follow a few rules. Diapers need to be changed every 3-4 hours or immediately after you notice that they are full (this will be indicated by a special indicator that will change color). Wash your baby regularly without using products that dry out the skin. Choose the diaper that suits your child and switch to the next size in time. And we have already told you how to choose the right diaper inthis article.