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Swim Diaper

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

Babies love to splash and play in the pool.  More parents are bringing their babies to the pool to splash and play.  A good time in the pool can be ruined if your baby has an accident.  Therefore, a Swim Diaper offers excellent protection for your baby to avoid embarrassing accidents.  In addition, some swim locations will require your child to wear a swim diaper due to kids having accidents that will result in a costly cleanup. 

There are two main types of a swim diaper:  reusable and disposable.  Each one has its advantages and disadvantages.  The reusable swim diaper is more expensive but tends to be more economical in the long run.  Plus, for the environmentally conscious individuals, it is gentle on the environment.  Some reusable swim diapers are made from similar materials as bathing suits so they can be washed and reused.   The disposable swim diaper tends to be more practical.  However, they can be easily torn or ripped.  They come in packs and can be disposed of after use.

A swim diaper can come in various colors and designs.  Normally, a swim diaper will have snug fitting legs and a waistband or a drawstring so no small accidents will escape into the water.  They are not absorbent so water will not pull the baby down.  However, it being designed not to absorb water makes it so that it will not hold urine and only trap poop. 

A swim diaper is an excellent choice for protection when taking your baby to splash and play in the pool.