The smelly baby problem | Hacker News

A Hacker News discussion revisits Dr. Spock-era parenting advice and notes that some diapering guidance is still taught in hospitals.

The commenter describes setting up multiple diaper stations and diaper pails, including a Diaper Genie, to make baby care easier at home.

The post weighs disposable diapers against cloth diapers, balancing convenience, cost, and environmental impact.

It shows how practical parenting habits adapt over time while older advice continues to influence families.