Blog — cloth diapers

If you’ve been wondering how many cloth diaper inserts your little one is going to need, here’s your answer in two words: It depends. While you can always take guidance from the average numbers, it’s critical to gauge your and your baby’s needs to get your own “diaper math” right.   No two babies are the same. The number of inserts you need will depend on a variety of factors including your baby’s age, your laundry routine, your budget, your lifestyle, and more. Let’s walk through the things you’ll need to consider when deciding how many inserts your stash must...

You've made the eco-friendly choice to use cloth diapers for your baby - good on you! Now, you need to get familiar with how to tell when it's time for a diaper change. Unlike disposables, where you can see and feel the wetness indicator, cloth diapers require a little more attention. But don't worry. With a bit of practice, you'll be a pro in no time. The key is learning how to gauge the level of wetness so your baby stays comfortable and the diaper functions properly. In this article, we'll walk through some tips and tricks to help determine...

If you’re a cloth diapering parent (thank you for playing your part in saving the planet, by the way!), you might be wondering, “Can my baby’s cloth diaper double as a swim diaper?” Generally speaking, it’s best to avoid using cloth diapers in the pool. Both cloth and swim diapers come with different designs and have different mechanisms in place to hold solids. Read on to understand what differentiates swim diapers from cloth diapers, what happens if your baby wears a cloth diaper in the pool, and whether you can use cloth diaper covers as an alternative to swim diapers....

Babies are wonderful, but they can create a lot of waste… especially when it comes to diapers. Disposable diapers contribute about 2% to landfill waste. Their plastic material decomposes slowly taking up to 500 years. Parents know they can help the environment by using cloth diapers. But many refuse to switch. They are confused by myths that tell them cloth diapers are difficult to use and expensive. This article will dispel those myths so you can make an environmental change today. What Are the Most Common Myths About Cloth Diapers? There are many cloth diaper myths floating around the internet....

The single biggest myth about cloth diapering is how messy, dirty, and gross the process gets. But the fact is, there are simply too many products available out there to make your journey easy, quick, and clean. Believe it or not, your diaper storage method can actually make or break your cloth diapering experience, and investing in the right storage is absolutely non-negotiable. Types of Cloth Diaper Storage Methods There are three main ways to store stinky diapers: wet pail, dry pail, and wet and dry combination pail methods. Wet Pail Method In the wet pail diaper storage method, soiled...