Choosing the ideal diaper for your baby can be a really difficult decision. It depends on the baby’s age, weight, development, and individual needs, so there is no general rule and it can vary from case to case. Let’s take a look at some tips you can follow to determine the right type and size of diaper for your baby.

Weight & Age

Many of us think that the size of the diaper depends on the baby's age. This is not entirely true, as each baby develops at different rates and in their own time. The safest way to determine the ideal diaper size is the baby's weight. It's not always easy, but through the table below, you can see indicative sizes suitable for different weight ranges, as well as how many diapers you will need per day and in total for the corresponding usage period.

*The above numbers are an average, they differ from baby to baby and depend greatly on the development and how quickly your baby gains weight.

Fit & Comfort

Besides the practicality of the matter, you need to provide your baby with the best fit and maximum comfort you can offer. You should choose diapers that are highly absorbent, quickly remove moisture and the baby's impurities from their skin, and keep them dry for several hours. The diapers you use should offer softness, comfort, and freedom of movement without pressing or bothering your baby.

What should you pay attention to?

1. Ensure the diaper fits well around the baby's waist and legs without pressing on their navel and tummy. 
2. Besides being too tight, the baby's diaper should not be too loose either. Make sure there are no gaps between the legs.
3. If you notice intense marks on the baby's skin, it means a larger size is needed.
4. Also, if there are any leaks for several days, it's another sign that your baby has grown more and this size no longer fits. 
5. Finally, if irritations and rashes appear on the baby's skin, it's also time to move to the next size.

SkroutzTip: You can look for diapers with a built-in moisture indicator, so you can regularly check the diaper and know it's time for a change when the level reaches the corresponding mark!

Active or calm baby?

Let the needs of your baby guide you in choosing the right diaper.

Older babies who move a lot or are more lively need diapers with elastic sides and a reinforced design for greater flexibility during changing, as well as maximum comfort for the baby. In this case, choose diapers with adhesive tabs, which are ideal for easy application and removal, wherever you are.

On the other hand, for smaller and calmer babies or for use during the night, it is better to choose diapers with greater absorbency, which do not need to be changed as often and ensure softness and comfort for several hours. In this case, pull-up diapers or special night diapers will make things easier for you.

Transition period

During periods when your baby is growing and going through transitional phases, it is a good idea to have 2 diaper sizes at home so you can find the right size when putting them on. For example, if your baby is approaching 11-11.5 kg, it is a good idea to make sure you have both size 4 diapers and size 5 diapers at home.

Frequency of changing

Another factor that will signal it’s time to change diaper size and move on to the next one may be how often you change your baby’s diapers over a given period. If, for example, your baby wears size 3 diapers and you notice that you need more than 10 diapers a day, then it’s probably time to move up to a larger size, which will offer better absorbency.