Most diaper lovers are male, employed, and in their mid-30’s. [2] X Research source More men than women engage in diaper behaviors, such as wearing a diaper, wetting, and messing in the diaper. [3] X Research source Hawkinson, K. , & Zamboni, B. D. (2014). Adult baby/diaper lovers: An exploratory study of an online community sample. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 43(5), 863-877.

It’s important not judge people on their past or for the way they express themselves now, even if they make choices you would not make.

Adult babies may enjoy playing with baby toys, talking like a baby, being cared for, and engaging in baby activities. As with all fetishes, behaviors vary quite a bit from person to person.

Like other role playing scenarios, those that role play as aliens are not aliens. It does not mean that the individual would actually like to be or be with an alien.

As with all personal questions, be respectful when inquiring about this behavior. Let him know that he is important and supported.

If someone discloses that he is a diaper wearer, recognize he may feel nervous or ashamed to disclose that information to you. Recognize how difficult it is to have a personal secret, and how important it is to feel accepted for your secrets. [9] X Research source Learn the accept the diaper wearing from a non-judgmental standpoint, recognizing that it’s okay if someone wants to express himself in a non-traditional way, even if you don’t understand it.

Learn to see past the diaper wearing and appreciate the person for who he is. Show the individual that you see past the diaper wearing and appreciate and accept him on a personal level. He experiences pain, joy, sadness, and anger just like everybody else. You can have a normal relationship with a diaper lover.