If a nappy is too big, urine and poo may run out through gaps between the nappy and the skin before the nappy can absorb it. Wondering which diaper size to choose for your little one? To help you make this important decision, Pampers worked with thousands of babies and their parents, taking nearly a half-million diaper-fit measurements to create just the right range of sizes for every family. We want to make it easier to find the perfect diaper for your growing baby, and our research resulted in a diaper size and weight chart to guide you in the right direction! How Diaper Sizes Work To find a diaper size for your baby, look for your baby’s weight (which you can determine at home or obtain from your child’s healthcare provider at each well-baby visit). For example, a size 1 diaper’s weight range is for a baby who is between 8 and 14 pounds, whereas a size 2 diaper’s weight range is between 12 and 18 pounds. We’ve also included information on our diaper size comparison chart to help answer two common questions: Pampers Swaddlers Overnights offer extra absorption, breathability, and softness for a comfortable snooze.

Pampers Baby-Dry Size 2, 96 Nappies, up to 12 Hours All-Round

If you can’t comfortably fit two fingers under the waistband of the fastened nappy, it’s time for a bigger size If your baby regularly gets diaper rash, it may be because the diaper is too small and doesn’t keep the moisture away from their skin. To weigh your baby, you can use your normal bathroom scales. Take off your baby’s clothes and nappy, and then step on the scale while holding him or her. If you can't comfortably fit two fingers under the waistband of the fastened diaper, it's time for a bigger size.After the nappy is fastened, you should be able to fit two fingers under the waistband. This means the nappy is fitted properly — not too snug, not too loose. For example, if your baby weighs 4 or 5 kilograms a Pampers size 2 nappy might be the ideal size, but if you have a baby who is long and slim you might need to stay with the smaller of the two possible sizes (Pampers size 1) for the best fit. At this stage, consider Pampers Baby-Dry, Pampers Cruisers, or Pampers Cruisers 360°, which all come in diaper sizes 3 to 6 (and size 7 for Pampers Cruisers and Pampers Cruisers 360°). For On-the-Go Babies First, it helps to understand how diaper sizes work. A common question among parents is how to read a diaper size chart by age; however, age isn’t the ideal factor to consider. Instead, after taking hundreds of thousands of measurements, Pampers has organized diaper size by weight to help you select the right diaper. As you’re looking at the diaper size comparison chart below, keep in mind that your little one’s weight will be the most important factor. How many months do babies need a specific diaper size? In addition to knowing how many diapers you’ll need, you might want to know how long your little one will wear each size. We’ve also included the average number of months babies typically wear each size. For example, many infants wear a newborn diaper size for about a month and a half.

Pampers Baby-Dry size 2, 60 diapers up to 12 hours of

If the fastening tapes don’t reach the centre of the waistband, it’s time for a bigger size (if the tapes overlap, the nappy may be too big)

When your little one is wiggling or crawling, beginning to walk, or running with ease, you’ll need something that you can change in a hurry. So, with active babies, consider diapers or pants that are Once you find the best nappy size for your little one using our nappy size chart, choosing the right nappy will be a breeze. The leg cuffs shouldn’t have any gaps. After the diaper is on, run two fingers just inside the leg cuffs to remove any gaps, which can help prevent leaks. If your baby regularly gets nappy rash it may be because his or her nappies are too small and don’t hold the moisture away from the skin After fastening the diaper, you should be able to fit two fingers under the waistband. This means the diaper fits correctly—not too snug, not too loose.