What are soakers?

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Soakers are simple diaper covers, often crocheted or knitted from wool or other natural fabrics such as angora or goat hair. Such diaper covers are still commonly used in many parts of the world, to provide a little protection against wet diapers. Many people prefer them to using rubber or plastic pants, as they provide more breathability for children’s pants and tend to be environmentally friendly. As many people are turning to eco-friendly solutions to raise children, sanitary pads are back in popularity.

Most sanitary pads simply look like a pair of woolen underpants and fit over a diaper top. As mentioned they provide some protection against moisture, but not full protection. Wool is most commonly used, especially lanolin-coated wool, due to its ability to absorb water well. However, you should make sure the wool doesn’t cause irritation; some children can have skin reactions to wool, as can some adults.

You really have to be up to your game in terms of diaper changes if you want to use pads, and you may want to choose durable clothes for the baby, since pads don’t stop the outer layers from getting wet. You’ll also need a few pairs, especially for newborns who may get their diapers wet or soiled every few hours. If the soak is completely wet, it needs to be changed. Any bedding should be covered with puddle pads or other non-absorbent material that will protect the mattress.

Some people go somewhere in between pads and other diaper covers. They use wool blankets during the day when they can respond quickly to the baby’s need for a quick diaper change, and use rubber pants or sturdier diaper covers at night to avoid soiled mattresses or sheets once the baby is asleep through the night. Since it’s not uncommon for babies to at least urinate when they’re asleep, pads can definitely be a liability when used at night, especially if you plan on co-sleeping with your child.

Some moisture diffusion risks are avoided by placing a large puddle pillow, but if this pillow shifts during the night, you could end up with a dirty mattress. Given the replacement price of large adult mattresses, it’s a good idea to have extra protection when your baby sleeps with you. All diapers, whether cloth or disposable, are prone to leaking, so using large puddle pads always makes sense if a baby sleeps with you.

When a baby struggles with diaper rash, pads can come in handy. As they are made from natural fabrics, they provide extra breathability. You will also know if you check often when a baby is wet so you can change diapers quickly. If you’re interested in these diaper covers, you can find pre-made ones at some high-end baby stores and some types online. There are also many patterns for making your own covers with various crochet and knitting patterns available, many of them free or inexpensive.

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