Creating Safe and Appropriate Diapering, Toileting, and Hand Washing Areas in Child Care

Diapering, toileting, and hand washing are important routines in child care, and those areas of the child care classroom are important parts of children’s experience in child care. With thoughtful planning, child care providers can set up an area to handle these important caregiving routines while also significantly reducing the spread of germs and disease.

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The Diapering Area

Diapering is a regular, everyday occurrence in infant and toddler classrooms. It is important to set up a diapering area that is …

Diapering and Toileting in Child Care

Diapering table in infant room

Diapering and toileting are two of the most common times that germs are spread in child care. Child care providers need to know the right way to change diapers and appropriate ways to help children us the toilet in order to greatly reduce the spread of illness in the child care program. The following articles have specific ideas and information about safe and sanitary diapering and toileting in a child care setting.

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10 Steps to Change a Diaper in a Child Care Setting

Diaper changing table

Children in child care are more likely to share germs because they are in close contact. Child care providers can prevent the spread of germs and reduce the chance of illness by changing diapers correctly. Follow these 10 steps for safe, healthy diaper changing in child care.

Important reminder: NEVER leave an infant unattended on a changing table. Check to make sure you have all the supplies you need before bringing the child to the changing table.

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