How Do Swim Nappies Work And What Are The Different Types Of Swim Nappies Available?

Posted by Babies - 02/09/10 at 04:09 am


Swim nappies are reusable and can be a great thing to have in the warmer months of the year, when your family will be spending time at the ocean or pool.  Most public spaces require that your baby wear a swim nappy anytime they enter the water to reduce water borne illnesses.

How They Work

Swim reusable nappies prevent water from getting inside the nappies and control the solid wastes inside. Disposable nappies are not advisable if you will allow your baby to plunge in the water because disposable nappies tend to fall apart and block the filtration process of the swimming pool. Plus, disposable nappies simply don’t hold the solids in once wet. The outer cover of a reusable swim nappy is waterproof, while the inner is soft and comfy for baby. Swim reusable nappies are washable and can be air died, just like the other cloth nappies.

When you buy swim nappies, see to it that you buy those that are suitable to the weight of your little one. Generally, two or three swimming nappies are enough for even the most avid campers and swimmers. Don’t forget to wash the nappies properly after swimming because pools are treated with certain chemicals which are possibly harmful to your child’s skin as well as the water-resistant outer layer of the nappies.

Kinds of Swim Nappies

You can buy swim nappies in different colors and designs. You can buy reusable swim nappies in different vibrant colors and adorable designs for boys and girls.  The wrap style of nappy uses hook and loop tape, like Velcro, to ensure the proper fit. There are also nappies that use snaps, as well, and those that simply pull on.

The style that you choose will depend on your baby’s age. The wrap-style swim nappies are applicable to babies of all sizes and ages, although toddlers like pull on-type, especially if they are already having their potty training. Pull on nappies have the look and feel of training pants, so your toddler doesn’t feel like he is wearing a nappy again. Cloth nappies are available in all sizes.

Swimming with Babies

Swim nappies are imperative, especially if you intend to go on swimming or camping. Many pools have rules that children under the age of three must always wear a swim nappy in the water. The nappy helps to reduce contamination from waste, which can make other sick if your baby has had illness.   Swim nappies do reduce the chance of leaks, but remember not to swim in a pool if your child is currently sick, because of the chance of passing the illness through the water.

Swim cloth nappies are great avenue to flaunt your child’s adorable nappies. You can inform other parents about the advantages of using cloth nappies, especially those parents who find cloth nappies adorable. Not only will you be sharing information on cloth, your baby will have the cutest and often most unique swim nappy at the pool this season.

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