Wondering on how to manage the bowel habits for your newborn? Which nappies to choose? The information below should help you decide on what is best for you.

Most of the packs of disposable nappies provide a rough description to the size to suit babies of a certain weight range. It would be advisable to try a smaller pack first to see if the size of the nappy suits your baby as different brands have their own standards for size.

Newborns generally require size 1 nappies which are for babies in between 2-5kg. For newborns, the nappy design is important to keep the umbilical cord stump area comfortable.

You can visit online or ask any experienced person like midwifes to help you with fittings of nappies.

How to choose the right size nappies for your baby?

Babies will eventually outgrow newborn nappies and it will be advisable to keep a check on the required size. Here again you can refer to the manufacturers' size charts, or you can keep a track of leakages or discomforts to the baby.

Your active baby will need more frequent nappy change to avoid leaks. Some nappies say they are specially designed to keep things in with comfort during active play while others claim to lock-away moisture while yet others have attractive designs. It would be up to you to decide which one suits you and your babies comfort.

However, a trial and error on any new nappies will be required to get the right nappies for your baby.

Once you are comfortable with a nappy brand you can look at buying in bulk which may work out cheaper or more convenient.

What about disposable or washable/reusable/terry towelling nappies?

One of the most debatable aspects of choosing a nappy is to choose between reusable and disposable nappies. This choice will be determined by three factors cost effective, eco-friendliness and convenience.

Reusable nappies are more eco-friendly than disposable ones since they add less to landfill. They also end up being more cost effective in the longer run. However you might find disposable nappies to be more convenient especially if you are a working lady or a lady on the move.

You can selectively use washables nappies during days at home and when the weather allows you to wash and dry effectively and use disposable nappies on hectic days.

So the bottom line is that there are a variety of options in the market and it is up to choose the option best suited to you.