A disposable diaper is disclosed. The disposable diaper may include a backsheet formed of a laminate of a polymeric film and a nonwoven. A deposit of starch may be included and disposed on or outward of an outward-facing surface of the polymeric film. The deposit of starch may be included to impart stiffness to the diaper structure. The imparted stiffness helps improve fit characteristics and fastener attachment integrity.
