Many parents choose to use diapers for the convenience of their babies. Diapers are easy to use but not very breathable, so I still recommend using diapers for babies. Is it true that using diapers can cause bow legs in babies? Let's find out together!
Diapers vs. Cloth Diapers: Pros and Cons
1. Cloth Diapers
Generally speaking, older people at home prefer to use cloth diapers. In their concept, cloth diapers are more breathable and less likely to cause diaper rash.
Indeed, compared to diapers, cloth diapers are relatively more breathable and can be reused, which also saves money.
2. Diapers
In winter, using cloth diapers can affect the baby's sleep. This is because if the baby wets the diaper, they will wake up and cry. At this time, the mother needs to change the diaper frequently, wash the baby's bottom, and apply diaper cream.
This will definitely disrupt both the baby's and the mother's sleep and may even affect the baby's development.
Does Using Diapers Really Cause Bow Legs in Babies?
I am responsible for telling you that there is no connection between using diapers and bow legs in babies.
Bow legs, also known as O-shaped legs, are mainly related to the knees.
From the name itself, it is easy to see that the main problem of bow legs lies in the knees.
Diapers mainly cover the baby's buttocks and part of the hip joints, far away from the knees and therefore cannot affect them.
Factors Affecting the Baby's Leg Shape
When the baby is about to be born, the mother's uterus is no longer big enough for the baby, so the baby's legs are often crossed and curled up. O-shaped legs are most common in newborns.
Most children have unstable leg shapes in infancy, often switching between bow legs, knock knees, and straight legs. They will gradually straighten out around the age of 2;
At the same time, with the baby's growth and walking habits, the baby's leg shape may undergo a series of changes.
