Keeping your baby boy warm during diaper changes is the primary way to help prevent him from peeing on you.
Why Does This Happen?
Cold air can stimulate a baby boy to urinate during a diaper change. This is a natural reflex.
Strategies to Minimize the Risk:
Here are a few ways to keep your baby warm and minimize the chance of getting sprayed:
- Warm the Room: Ensure the room where you are changing the diaper is adequately warm.
- Warm the Wipes: Consider warming the wipes before using them on your baby's bottom. You can use a wipe warmer or gently warm them with your hands.
- Keep Him Covered: As you remove the diaper, quickly cover his penis with a clean diaper or a small cloth. This can act as a shield if he starts to pee.
- Distraction: Sometimes, distracting your baby with a toy or singing a song can help. However, this may be less effective in preventing urination and more useful for general fussiness.
By keeping your baby warm, you can minimize the likelihood of an unwanted shower during diaper changes.
