History of Pampers
1956
Grandpa’s Bright Idea
P&G scientist Victor Mills was frustrated with cloth diapers while caring for his grandson. He asked himself, “There has to be a better way.” That moment started the Baby Care revolution.
1961
Meet Pampers
The first Pampers disposable diapers reached the stores. Parents could finally skip pins and piles of laundry. Baby care was never the same again.
1971
Goodbye Pins
Pampers replaced sharp safety pins with easy to use tapes. Diapering became quicker, simpler, and safer for parents everywhere.
1986
The Diaper Slim Down
Absorbent gel material made Pampers thinner and lighter while keeping babies even drier. Parents loved the comfort without the bulk.
1993
Growing with Babies
Pampers introduced its first pull up pants and entered the wipes business. Parents had more support for potty training and cleanup.
2007
Wetness indicator launch
Designed to change color so you know when baby is due for a diaper change.
2018
Pure collection launch
Introduced as our most premium diaper yet, they are hypoallergenic and free of fragrance, elemental chlorine, parabens, and latex* (*no natural rubber). Reintroduced in 2025 as the only diaper with a vitamin-enriched liner.
2021
Love the Change
Pampers partnered with Koala Kare to install more than 5,000 changing tables across North America—in all 50 states and 7 Canadian provinces to more than 870 organizations!
2021
Bye Bye Blowouts
Pampers introduced the "Blowout Barrier". Parents finally had help in preventing messy back leaks often called poonamis.
2025
Pampers Preemie xxs launch
The world's smallest diaper, designed to provide care and comfort for the most vulnerable babies.
2025
EZ Off Tabs launch
EZ-off tabs make toddler diaper changes stress-free and mess-free—whether your toddler is lying down or standing up. Just tab off, wrap up, and pull on a fresh diaper pant.
