What Size Diapers??

Updated on November 24, 2008
L.G. asks from Clinton Township, MI
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i am participating in a program at my church, where you buy gifts for a children who need them. i chose a one year old girl (don't know how many months old). the only information is that she is a size 2T. They asked for diapers, and i am just taking a poll to see if your daughter currently wears 2T, what size diapers is she in? I know all kids are different, but I will pick the average or bigger size. Thanks!

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wow! thanks to everyone for the responses! i ended up getting size 5...i hated the thought that they would possibly be too small, bu she can always grow into them or wear them a little big!

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J.B.

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I have an almost 2 year old daughter who wears 24 month or 2T clothes. She wears a size 4 diaper. I have bought many different brands of size 4 and they all pretty much fit the same.

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M.A.

answers from Detroit on

I would either buy size 5 or 6 in diapers. My son is 2 and wears a size 2T in clothes and size 5 (soon to be in size 6) in diapers.

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A.P.

answers from Detroit on

my daughter is 2 and wears a 2T she is in a size 4, Sams Club and Costco are the cheapist for diapers...

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S.S.

answers from Detroit on

My guess would be 4's but you can't go wrong with 5's she'll eventually get into them.

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T.W.

answers from Detroit on

Size 5...my daughter is 13 months and very average in size and has been in a size 5 for a couple of months now.

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S.W.

answers from Lansing on

L.,
I'm sorry this is late, but I just wanted to say. What a wonderful thing you are doing:o) That's very nice of you. We have 5 kids and we always try and do our best for others as well to show our kids. But To your question. I have a 14 month old (that wears 12 months) and 2 year old twins (that wear 2T). They both wear the same size diapers and we buy size 4. Hope that helps you out!
Happy Holidays.

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A.R.

answers from Detroit on

size 5 for my 2T daughter...i like them a little big - covers more area and stretches....

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H.M.

answers from Lansing on

My daughter wears size 4 diapers and she is in 2T clothes. So maybe size 4 or 5 would be appropriate to buy. Hope that helps.

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C.M.

answers from Detroit on

My daughter is a 2T and wears a size 5 diaper.

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D.R.

answers from Benton Harbor on

My daughter is in sz. 2T & some 3T now and wears sz. 3, however she is thin! I would go w/ sz. 4 diapers to be safe!!! God Bless you for giving!!!

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B.S.

answers from Grand Rapids on

I have a 21m old daughter who is average size, wears mostly 2T clothes some 18m still and is in size 4 diapers and will be in those for a little while yet as she a fair amount of pounds away from growing out of them.

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K.A.

answers from Saginaw on

3 kids of my own and I have a daycare! Size 5...Good luck!

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L.R.

answers from Detroit on

I say by size 4 or 5. You will be safe. Better a little to big than a little too small!

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J.S.

answers from Detroit on

Safest bet would be a size 5 or 6.

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K.V.

answers from Detroit on

Too bad that you can't get the weight of the child. Mine 20 mos old is a size 4 diaper and a size 24mos pants, but my daughter was a size 3 diaper and size 3t pants, she is tall and skinny.

I would go with a size 4 unless you can get the weight. Diapers go by weight in the sizing.

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L.B.

answers from Detroit on

my one year old (will be 2 in Jan) wears 2T and is in a size 5 diaper (Huggies). Most one year old are not in a 2T quite yet, so they are probably just wanting clothes to be on the bigger size, so I think 5's would do fine. Good Luck and that is so nice of you!

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T.W.

answers from Detroit on

I would say size 5!!

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N.B.

answers from Detroit on

My son is a Size 4 diapers. He is 19 months but wears 2t clothes.

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C.S.

answers from Detroit on

a size 4 or 5 in diapers

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L.M.

answers from Detroit on

A size 4 or 5 would work, but I would buy a size 5 just to be sure. Better to be a bit big than small.

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L.T.

answers from Detroit on

I have a 27mos daughter and a 12mos boy...both are wearing size 4 pampers. I think huggies runs smaller so my suggestion would be size 4 pampers or size 5 huggies.

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G.G.

answers from Detroit on

Size 4. I have 2 sons this age, 2T and 3T, and they both wear 4 in diapers. Girls are usually more petite than boys, so, the 4's would definetly work for her.

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S.C.

answers from Lansing on

If the child wears size 2T clothes, then she would most likely wear 2T-3T diapers. It doesn't matter how old she is. If a 2 year old wears 4T clothes, then she would wear 3T-4T diapers or maybe they're called 4T-5T. Either way, just go by clothing size! So, so nice of you to help out the less fortunate! Happy shopping!

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T.M.

answers from Detroit on

my niece is one-wears a size 2t and wears size four diapers.
bless you for helping someone else in need

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C.H.

answers from Grand Rapids on

My daughter wears 2T and she is a size 5 diaper.

A.W.

answers from Detroit on

size 3 lasts that age and stage for a LONG time! so you lucked out, its an easy fit with size 3. Go for hte White Cloud. they are Very affordable, and work well!
Good Luck! Blessings this Holiday!

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L.W.

answers from Detroit on

My son is a 2T/3T in pants and he just turned two. He wears size 6 diapers but can also wear size 5. So you could do either. The difference in the two are pretty minor. You could do 6 to be safe. I just got a huge box from Costco of size 6 and they are a smaller 6, so that might work. I was afraid to try cheaper diapers but figured what the heck and they work just fine. So that way you can get a big box for her, for cheap. And good for you to do such a nice thing for someone.

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C.C.

answers from Detroit on

My daughter wears 2T and she is in the size 4 diapers. I purchase the Target brand.

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R.W.

answers from Jackson on

My daughter is in 18mos-2T and wears size 4 diapers.

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A.H.

answers from Detroit on

My daugher is 21 months, wears 2T and is #5 diapers. :o) What a great thing you are doing!

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E.O.

answers from Lansing on

My daughter is 20 months and wears size 24 months but can fit into some 2T things, she is 28 lbs. She is in Size 4 diapers, so I'd probably go with Size 5 to be safe! What a great program at your church!

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D.H.

answers from Detroit on

My grandson wears a 2T and his diapers are a size 5 (or he might be just starting to wear a size 6).
D.

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N.A.

answers from Lansing on

Size 4. i think if they asked for diapers they are not looking into her growing into them. i say 4 would fit now

K.H.

answers from Detroit on

I'd go with size 5 at least. It's better to grow into than to be too small! My daughter wears size 18 mos and while size 4s still fit, she's worn size 5 (dad bought wrong ones ;P) and been just fine.

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M.M.

answers from Lansing on

I would say size 5. I run a daycare and have several kids in my daycare currently from 16 months to 19 months that are in size 2t. and they wear a size 5 diaper. Plus it is better to be to big than too small. All the children in my care are boys and very thick. But my son who got potty trained last yr is 3. and he seemed to be in size 5 forever.

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A.S.

answers from Lansing on

My youngest is now 2 1/2 and wears a size 5 in diapers. I would think a sizse 3 would be what the 2T child would wear. If my memory is correct, I believe all three of my children wore size 3 diapers for the longest. I wouldn't go smaller than that.

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B.B.

answers from Detroit on

I would buy the average size (my 19 mo. old is in a 4 right now, but mines a boy). They can always exchange them for a different size if their little one is larger or smaller. (For a store exchange they shouldn't need a receipt... Just the diapers)

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T.A.

answers from Detroit on

I agree with the 5's as well. I was going to say that before I even read anyone elses response. It is a wonderful thing you are doing.

J.W.

answers from Detroit on

my 2 1/2 yr old girl wears size 4.

J.

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B.D.

answers from Grand Rapids on

size 4 would fit, but I would go with 5 to be safe.

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B.B.

answers from Detroit on

Maybe a size 4....at least in pampers. I hope this helps!

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K.R.

answers from Detroit on

My son wore size 4 diapers and 2T clothing, but, With a little more careful fastening, size 5 fit fine.

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A.S.

answers from Lansing on

I would go with a size 4 - if she is in a size 3 most likely she will grow into the 4.
My son is 20 months and he is in a size 4 and he wears 18-24 month clothes. He is a bit chunky too.

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M.W.

answers from Kalamazoo on

most of the diaper companies use the toddler sizing for diapers too.....or find out how much the girl weighs

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M.W.

answers from Kalamazoo on

If its Huggies we're in size 3 (they are super streatchy), but any other brand it is size 4. I'd go with a bigger size as they absorb more. We CAN fit into size 3 other diapers, but they get too full, so another reason to stay with 4.

Good luck! :)

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J.J.

answers from Grand Rapids on

My daughter is 19 months old and wears a 2T for most clothes. She wears the 2T because she is tall. Her diapers are a size 4, and they can Velcro all of the way to the middle. My nephew just started into size 5 diapers, and he is 2 this month. They switched him to size five because the rise on the size fours was not high enough, they still would close fine, and hold enough. My recommendation would be a size four.

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N.W.

answers from Detroit on

My daughter is one and she wears a 12mos. A one year old that is wearing a 2T is pretty large for her age. I would go with the largest diaper available. Probably a five or a 6 if they make it. For comparison, my daughter is 22 lbs. The 12-18 mos clothes run from 22-27 lbs and 18-24 mos generally run about 27-30ish. To be in a 2T I would estimate this little girl is at least 30 lbs. The diapers should have a weight range.

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C.V.

answers from Grand Rapids on

Hi L.,
Bless you for wanting to help others. I have a 2 year old son and he wears size 5. Even if she isn't the size of my son she will be eventually and if you get diapers to small it's a waste of money and your goodwill.
Chris

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E.W.

answers from Detroit on

My son is a size 5 diaper and in 2T.

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M.S.

answers from Detroit on

Hi L.,
How very kind of you to give like this.
I just wanted to add something. I am not sure how much time you have before you give the gifts but along with the diapers you could give her a big envelope of diaper coupons. I used to love them. Sometimes you could find coupons for two to five dollars off a box. I would wait until the stores had diapers on sale and then use my coupon on top of that.
You could have all your friends start saving diaper coupons from the papers etc. It's just a thought.
You have a good heart.
M.

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N.O.

answers from Detroit on

I have twins and definitely recommend size 5. Mine have worn 5's from the time they wore 18-month pants to 2T. What a nice thing you're doing! : )

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P.R.

answers from Grand Rapids on

I would say 5, 4 might work but would be safe luvs are cheap and work great.
Thats awesome of you to help those in need!

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J.R.

answers from Detroit on

My daugther is 22 months and she is over the 95% for height and weight. She is in size 6 diapers in both name brand and Kroger store brand. Hope this helps! What a nice thing you are doing for someone who will appreciate it! :)

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L.O.

answers from Detroit on

My son is 17 months wears 18 month clothes.. and size 4 diapers.

MY daughtere is 34 months wears size 3t clothes and size 4 diapers.

I would go with size 4--- i think they go from 22-34 pounds..
at least that is what the package says...

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S.H.

answers from Grand Rapids on

My big guy is currently growing out of his 4's and 18 - 24 month clothes and into 5's and 2T's. If it helps, he is 35 inches and 27 pounds.

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M.A.

answers from Detroit on

Hi L.,
Congratulations on your wonderful church program. I just wanted to pass along some information to you- a little food for thought. My daughter uses organic diapers for her children, the reason being, we found out that regular disposable diapers, like Pampers, etc., are pretty toxic things. They are bleached with chlorine, contain sodium polyacralate absorbing gels, and are usually sprayed with chemicals to give them a longer shelf life. My daughter decided that she didn't want that wrapped around her children's genitals for 2 years. She orders Seventh Generation unbleached diapers by the case online at diapers.com or seventhgeneration.com. They look a little funny- sort of tan- but at least they are not so filled with chemicals. These also can be bought at many stores.
I just thought that I would pass this along in case any moms out there are interested in 'greener' alternatives!
There are more safe recommendations in a new book just out "Green Goes with Everything" by Sloan Barnett- about $13 on Amazon or in book stores.
Best Wishes,
M.

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V.K.

answers from Saginaw on

Mine is in 2T and Huggies size 5 diapers. Either size 4 or 5 would be fine I'm sure, however, the 5's would last longer in my opinion. If they're big, she'll grow into them. Where as if the 4's are small or if she's close to outgrowing them, then they may not get much use out of them... If she's 1 and in a 2T, then she's likely 18 months or more. Mine is very tall and is 18 months ==> wearing 2T and size 5.

Good luck to you. What a wonderful thing you are doing!!!

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S.F.

answers from Detroit on

my daughter is 2.5 and wears a 2T, sometimes 3T. I buy the size 4 from costco. The kirkland brand are much cheaper and I love them.

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C.H.

answers from Detroit on

My daughter wore a size 4 diaper last year when she was 1 year old and wearing 2T clothes.

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N.F.

answers from Grand Rapids on

My son is 15 months old and is just growing out of size 3. An also wears size 12 months clothes. So if the child is wearing size 2t she/he must be a bigger child. I would go with a size 4. Hope i helped:)

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K.M.

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My daughter wears a 2T and is in a size 5 diaper.

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