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Hi there, I am about to be a new mommy and I just started researching the cloth diaper route. To be completely honest, the ONLY reason I want to use cloth is for the safety of my baby by avoiding chemicals in disposables. (Saving the environment is just a plus) Here are my concerns with the cloth: I dont like the idea of having to carry around a bag to store the stinkies in, it doesnt seem very sanitary. Babies make a lot of dirty diapers and I cant imagine just running my washing machine all day for such small loads. Where do you store the stinkies in the mean time? Does it make your house smell? Right now, I am leaning more toward the chemical free disposable diapers, but I dont know if those are completely safe either. I am willing to make the commitment to cloth, but I guess I need a little reassurance. Why shouldnt I just go the chemical-free disposable route? Any advice would be great, thank you so much!!
theres actually “dry pail liners” which are water proof bags for transporting diapers to the washer, and you can actually put an essential oil on the side pocket of the liner to prevent it from smelling. theres also “wet bags” in case u are out around town, you can put the dirty diaper in the wet bag and not have to have a dirty diaper in a diaper bag. hope this helps.
I’m expecting my first and would love to go cloth all the way. I ran across some one size BumGenius 2.0 diapers online. How do the differ from the 3.0?
@Liz: I *think* the 2.0s have a microfleece inner…but that may be the 1.0s.
Hi, Alli
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You may have already found some answers on my site to your questions. I began cloth diapering purely for health reasons, the environment is a side-benefit (my paper plates and napkin use don’t help though
As far as poopie diapers go: When I’m out, I use a wet bag. Newborn poop isn’t really flushable as it is runny/grainy. It rinses out easily during a prerinse in the washer. When we are home I put all diapers (pee and poop) in either a wet bag or a diaper pail. Again, with a newborn I don’t do anything but toss the diaper in the pail. As the baby begins solids you may be able to rinse something off in the toilet. However, Sterling is 10 months and still his poop is not a substantial solid.
I do cloth diaper laundry every other day at this point. In the beginning I did laundry sometimes every day depending on the number of diapers I had available and if the ones I preferred to use were clean or not.
There is no (I take that back there is 1 lonely brand out of ?? I could dig up the name for you) “chemical-free disposable” diaper brand. All of them contain the super polymer gel: sodium polyacrylate. Depending on the source you’ll find differing views on whether or not this causes health problems…I prefer to err on the side of “if it’s a chemical it’s bound to cause something even if you’ve done a study that says otherwise”
Now for the lowest amount of SAP (super absorbing polymer) you may like the FLIP disposable inserts. I wouldn’t recommend them for longterm use but for the occassional need. The FLIP system is one of my favorites and I highly recommend.
Check out my posts in the newborn category for newborn cloth diaper recommendations. One that isn’t in there are the Lil’ Joeys by Rumparooz. They released this past summer. I will definitely use them with our future babies.
In the upper right corner of this page are my advertisers. Banana Peels carries Flip and Lil’ Joeys and Cute Caboose has a great cloth diaper trial package.
More brands are coming out with the “environment friendly” disposable, Huggies Natural is one of the major brands, but the biggest is 7th Generation which does all sorts of products and not just diapers. They are chlorine free diapers. Whole foods I believe is coming out with one as well, but they are all still plastic, still has SAP and still has print on some of the diaper.
Huggies Naturals and Seventh Generation both have the absorbant gel…. they are better than conventional disposable diapers, but they aren’t completely chemical free… just fyi
she mentions that
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First: THANK YOU for this awesome website. I’m expecting my first and we really want to CD. I sew, so I’ll be doing a little of that, a little ready-to-wear, and a little inventing my own I’m sure …
I’m narrowing down on a place to start (what to stock before the May due date), but then found some comparisons that keep emphasizing how anything but a prefold or fitted will leak on a side-sleeper, especially a boy.
We’re having a boy, and I’ll be breastfeeding, which puts him on his side a lot, asleep or not. So I’m suddenly panicked … but then I see you and plenty of others use the “sure to leak” AIO, AI2, pocket, and lay-prefold-in-cover systems …
Trenna, many systems can work at night with a side sleeper. I’d look at the Rumparooz Lil’ Joeys for sure, the gussets are awesome at keeping in poop. The Rumparooz G2 pockets have an super absorbent 6r soaker that lasts through the night. Also, when you co-sleep and breastfeed it doesn’t mean he’ll always be on his side. Sterling is on his back mostly. We have had a couple of leaks but it’s always because of a diaper with loose legs. In the beginning you might want to look at mutts and sbish fitteds. Both good choices, although mutts aren’t great night diapers. For covers check out Thirsties and the So Simple I just reviewed. I also like Imse Vimse covers in the newborn stage.
The one feature that helps a lot is gussets. Whether on the diaper or the cover it’s a little insurance for you.
Hi autumn, im expecting my first child which is a boy next month, im wanting to go all the way with cloth diapers. I was wondering which ones will be best for him?
For newborn, I recommend Mutts (www.muttaqinbaby.com) and Lil’ Joeys (www.rumparooz.com)
I have been thinking of using cloth diapers for a long time. Now that my oldest is nearly potty trained and we only have one in diapers, my husband is finally willing to try them. Unfortunately I will overwhelmed. There are so many brands and types. The more I read the more confused I get. Any suggestions?
Kimberly, from what you have read do you have an idea of the cloth diaper system you’d like to try? pockets, aio, fitteds, prefolds. Pockets are a pretty neutral starting point. I love Katydid pockets. Click on my recommended category for some other suggestions. If you have the budget my favorite is the Bum Genius Organic AIO and a close second is Flip (great for the budget).
Hi!! I’ve noticed that you have done a lot of research and wanted to know what you thought about gro baby diapers?? I’ve been using them for a few months now and just wanted to know what you thought or heard about them???
My husband and I have researched so many cloth diapers- I feel overwhelmed! Today I saw the FLIP diapers.
I think I want to do prefolds (for the financial aspect) and one size covers. I see that FLIP has covers only now, although they aren’t as cute as kissaluvs one size or blueberry, they are a bit cheaper. I’m wondering, can I use prefolds under a FLIP cover, but actually wrap the diaper, instead of only using it as an insert?
We plan to breastfeed for a long time, and I do not want to have runny breastfed poop everywhere. I do like pockets, but feel they may be too pricey, we’ll see! Can you let me know about the FLIP?
Thanks!
In the newborn stage I highly recommend covers with gussets: Imse Vimse, Thirsties, Bummis and Blueberrys for example. XS covers are best because they provide a dip for the umbilical cord. I would check diaperswappers for used covers in these brands. I’ve bought some for $7 in excellent condition.
I love Flip but I don’t know how they will perform at holding in newborn poo.
Have you checked out Flips counterpart, Econobums?
Which prefolds were you looking at purchasing?
My apologies if this has been addressed elsewhere, but a major concern/sticking point we have regarding cloth diapers is of all things: TIME. It may seem like a silly thing to worry about, but with two working parents, the value of time does play a part in many things. I’ve searched around for budgets, and most people do a very excellent job of factoring in the monetary costs of cloth vs. disposable, but I’ve yet to find a solid justification/breakdown of how much time it takes to appropriately execute a cloth diaper system. At this point, I think we’re trying to convince ourselves to go cloth, because the convenience of disposable at the surface appears to be worth the added cost. Any suggestions would be welcomed! We’d rather go cloth, but right now disposable just seems to make more sense considering it’s change and toss, change and toss. Can anyone tell me, over the long run, the time it takes (changing, rinsing, storing, cleaning, folding, storing, changing…)? Thanks!
CJ, this is a perfectly valid question. I’d make you a video of my process but honestly it’d be as boring as any other part of routine life. With cloth diapers you are still changing and tossing. Just not in a trash can…well mine is a trash can
My diaper pail is a small trash can from Walmart and after I change Sterling I toss it in there. As far as storing, cleaning, folding…it’s no different than towels. Really. Washing involves a prerinse, wash and possibly a second rinse. Then they go in the dryer. I have read from other parents who both work that they buy enough of a stash that they do wash every Saturday. Then they get them all ready for the week. For a system like this I recommend Flip.
I’m preparing for my first baby come August (little boy)… I have a nice little stash going of about 15 CDs right now- some AIO, some pocket and all different brands.
I guess my biggest question is… since they’re all different brands and styles what should I be doing now to prepare them to be worn.. I hear you have to wash them several times before using them… should I just throw them all together in the wash and wash a few times before the baby comes- or do they need to be sorted and each brand’s washing instructions followed?!
Also, have you had any experience using tree nuts to wash CDs? I just bought some and have been loving them on my clothes… just wondering
Throw them all together and wash/dry them several times. I suggest using a detergent like Rockin Green, Crunchy Clean or something natural along those lines. I did not like Soap Nuts
Hi,
i need help!
i use gro baby diapers and amp diapers. lately, my poor little guy has developed such a bad rash that just won’t go away. he has super sensitive skin. i use rockin green to wash the diapers, but there has been a few times my husband hasn’t used it, and used something else, as well as he has used some “non-cloth diaper” ointment while changing our son.(sudocrem)
now im wondering if the diapers have been ruined. im hoping stripping them might work…could you help me? how do i strip them effectivly and safely? ive had to buy a package of disposable diapers until i can get this cleared up
I would first scrub the inner of the diapers with Dawn. This will break down any oils from the ointment. Then I would do an overnight soak in RnG. See how that goes and lmk.
I am the Administrator at a Nursing Home and several of our residents have very fragile skin. As an alternative to terry cloth towelling, I am seeking a source of square or rectangular 100% cloth, preferably cotton, diapers to use as towelling after a resident is bathed. Any help in securing soft cloth diapers would be appreciated.
Steve Ritchey
Memorial health Care Center
Seminole, TX
Steve, I would look into bamboo. It is a lot more expensive than cotton but tremendously more gentle. Another option is the Gerber prefolds you can buy at Target. They are still cotton but they are quilted.
Hi Autumn!
I have a question that I can’t get a clear answer on. Please help…I’m make it short. I am very new to CDing my 15 month old. I did a ton of research (thank you SO much for your website) and decided to buy a few different diapers to see which system worked better for us. I bought one BG AOI organic, flip 2-day organic pack, one extra stay-dry flip liner, one grasshopper diaper, and a rumparooz G2. Someone just told me that I shouldn’t be washing my natural fibers with my synthetic fibers. My question is after my initial wash to clear my natural diapers/liners of their fibers can I wash them all together?? I know you have a ton of different diapers and thought who better to ask
Thanks sooo very much!
I always wash all diapers together. Always have. I also haven’t ever heard not to.
Autumn,
Even though I know cloth diapering cuts down on the possibility of diaper rash significantly, there is still a chance of getting it. I understand that using ointments and lotions are not recommended due to interference with the absorbency in the cloth. So what do you recommend in order to treat rashes and moisturize the skin in general?
Myra, please check out this post http://allaboutclothdiapers.com/cloth-diaper-safe-diaper-rash-creams/
Hi Autumn,
I was wondering if you have a video showing all the different kinds of diapers and how to use them. Just something that educates people who have no clue to even look into cloth diapering, on all the options and why its so great. I try to take my stash to friends and explain, but i was really hoping to find a video link that they could check out and refer back to when they say, “whats and aio again?, how do i explain this to my husband?”. Cloth is extremely overwhelming when your new to it. I was hoping you had something so that they can see it and hear it at the same time. I haven’t had any luck finding any videos on youtube that fit. I have lots of prego friends and most of them I stay in touch with on FB so I really want to find something easy for them to check out. Trying to spread the word and help along the Cloth Revolution!;) If you have something or know of a good one or happen to make one PLEASE let me know. You are an awesome wealth of cloth knowledge! Thanks so much!
Working on it
I am verrrrry new to cloth diapering. Your reccomendations were fantastic, have you ever tried gdiapers? They seem very similar to flip and On the affordable side
I figured if these work, i’d invest in some more! My daughter just turned one, and she has always run larger in her disposables, she was just in a size 5 at 24lbs, 31″. I’m worried about the cloth ones not fitting properly and leaking. Any thoughts? Thanks!
I never liked gDiapers. There is quite a bit of difference between them and Flip. gDiapers have a cloth cover that snaps in the back. You would then snap in a waterproof liner and then lay in your absorbency (whether cloth or disposable). Many families love gDiapers. They just always leaked on my babies, probably user error
I’m not sure of the cost of gDiapers but Flip are very affordable. 2 covers and 6 inserts for $50 breaks down to a little over $8/diaper. Of course at night you would need to double up your inserts. I purchased my Flip from Banana Peels Diapers but just about any store sells them (check Diaper Wagon and Great Lakes Diaper Company in the upper right of the blog).
I’ve been really wanting to make cloth diapers work for our family. However, the first time I tried them on my daughter (about 1 week old at the time) she got a horrible diaper rash which the pediatrician identified as a yeast infection. We switched to disposables until we could clear it up, and she’s had it on and off over the past six weeks. I am at a loss as to how we can do cloth. My husband wants to give up and just use disposables. How do I strip my diapers, or do I need special diapers with more absorbency (we are using prefolds/covers)? Do I need to switch detergents (we used Sun Free & Clear)?And how do I clear up the rash??
The answer is twofold: first, treat the rash. Second, treat the diapers. Yeast will live in the cloth diapers. The easiest solution in my opinion is to bleach. Many are opposed to bleach, however, so alternatives would be tea tree oil and grapefruit seed extract. Treating a yeast rash is done in many different ways. Many who use the medical field opt for prescription cream. Natural remedies range from apple cider vinegar, grapefruit seed extract, thieves oil to the cloth diaper safe creams. The important thing to remember is that yeast on the bottom is directly related to baby’s (or your) diet. Limit sugars and dairy and supplement with probiotics.
Thank you, Autumn, for your wonderful advice. I never really considered that the yeast could be related to diet. All I did was replace breakfast cereal with oatmeal and I drink calcium-fortified juice instead of milk. We haven’t had even a hint of a problem in over three weeks! We’re starting over with one-size diapers, rather than stripping the prefolds — my baby is a whopping 12 pounds, and no longer fits her newborn sized diapers. I’m even planning on putting cloth on my toddler until he finished potty training. I’m so excited.
First of all, thank you for your very helpful site! I will be expecting my first child around Christmas and definitely am planning on using cloth diapers however, I had no idea there were so many options! I am a professional seamstress attending grad school for a MFA in Costume design/technology and thought that I would make my own diapers. The skill isn’t an issue but time and budget is; I was wondering if you had any advice on which one (or combination of) diaper(s) would best accommodate me and my baby (intuition is saying it’s a boy). I was thinking of maybe making several prefolds and a few AIOs, and buying a few covers, but I’m just not sure that is the best option. Any advice you have would be greatly appreciated! Thanks and have a great day!
Erica, there are several cloth diaper patterns available. Do a google search for cloth diaper patterns. Feel free to ask me if I’ve used the diapers of certain patterns. Also, diaperkit.com may be to simple for you but it would give you some ideas.
Hi Autumn! Thanks so much for such an AMAZING website-you’ve truly been a huge help to this mama. I just decided to start cloth diapering, so after much research, I bought 3 bumGenius AIO, 3 bumGenius Organic OS, some hemp doublers and bumGenius stay dry doublers (to see which we like better for little man) as well as one size inserts… my question is, am I missing something? As dumb as I feel asking this, do I need to buy prefolds, or am I good with just the inserts? And do I need any type of cover for overnight? I know there are different types of diapers that require covers, so I’m just not sure. Thanks so much
Jenn, what is your nighttime cloth diapering plan? Do you want to add the doublers to your bum genius for nighttime? You don’t need a cover for overnight unless you are using a fitted diaper. No, you don’t have to buy prefolds. We don’t use them, but many do.
Autumn,
Can you please provide me with some guidance and recommendations for a super busy soon to be mom that can fit into our busy lifestyle while providing environmental benefits and poop protection? 
Anything you can provide would be helpful!!
This website is definitely super helpful. I am a working mom and 5.5 months pregnant and I really want to select diapers that have as little impact to the environment while being easy to use. I am trying to decide which diapers to use and register for and since this is our first baby, I have no previous diapering experience to draw from. So far I am considering gDiapers, Kushies, Bum Genius, and whatever else I happen to find.
Check out the tab at the top of the page called “My Recommendations” . Then hop on over to Banana Peels Diapers, Great Lakes Diaper Company or The Diaper Wagon and set up a registry for your family and friends there.
I am new to cloth diapering, and I am overwhelmed and confused of course! I would like to make the switch for my 2 month old son who is 12 pounds and exclusively breast fed. I ordered the flip day pack with organic cotton inserts, but the diaper is way too bulky for my taste. The bg 3.0 is a great fit, especially with the newborn insert, but I noticed that it is made completely of polyester and nylon. I feel this defeats the purpose, somewhat, since polyester is not a natural material. Is polyester a health concern? How do you feel about polyester in cding and what do you recommend for me?
If you prefer natural fibers there are many options. Organic cotton, bamboo and hemp are nice diaper choices. Bum Genius Organic AIO has organic cotton inner. Pooters is a hemp fitted. Sustainablebabyish is a bamboo fitted. There are many, many others. Do you want to use pockets? There are pockets with a natural inner: pooters, green acre designs (gad), preston pants…
Thank you so much for your recommendations! I am looking for an AIO, so I decided to try the sposoeasy. I like the price better than the bum genius organic AIO. I see that you recommend pooters at night. Would the sposoeasy make a good nighttime diaper, or is it another style that you are recommending?
Sposoeasy cloth diapers are NOT a nighttime (possible not even a naptime) diaper. They are great for daytime use but for longer lengths of time you need a more absorbent diaper. Pooters are great.
I was a little confused. I thought pooters made the sposoeasy. I am concerned about the absorbency of the sposoeasy. Ok, so which of the following is the trimmest diaper, in your opinion: pooters bamboo one size pocket, grasshopper AIO, or bum genius organic one size AIO?
grasshopper aio would be the trimmest.
We are transitioning to cloth diapers and have purchased three different brands: tiny tush, bum genius, and soft bunz. We have a 21 month old who has only used disposables and I am 35 weeks pregnant with our second. We purchased one of each of the brands mentioned above in the one size fits all. We are going to try the diapers on our son to see which brand we like best, however when I transition the diapers to the smallest size they all look so huge. I am hoping to get feed back from seasoned users on the specific brands we purchased or those who have used the one-size diapers on newborns. Thank you for your input, it is sincerely appreciated.
Do you mean Softbums or Soft Cloth Bums? Softbums would be an excellent choice for a newborn and 21m old. I used Softbums on Sterling after a couple of weeks (I used other diapers with an umbilical notch until it fell off). Bum Genius organic I was able to use after a couple of months. In the newborn stage I prefer to use newborn sized fitteds. Kissaluvs size 0, Muttaqin Baby and Little Boppers are some examples.
Hi Autumn
Thank you so much for your site! I am looking at cloth diapers for my 20 month old son and wondering if it would even be worth it at this point. But he has had a diaper rash since trying the new pampers in mid April. We have gone through 4 different creams and a perscription, I leave the diaper off and he scratches until he bleeds. I’m wondering if simply switching to cloth could clear up this rash.
I have looked at the Flip system and I’m wondering if that would be a good option. Also would it be more cost effective to purchase prefolds instead of more inserts? I would like to have enough to last two days.
1) Yes it’d be completely worth it for all the reasons one would choose cloth diapers: health, financial and environment.
2) Simply switching may not be the cure-all (or it may). Since it started when you began using the new Pampers then it most likely isn’t yeast. That’s fortunate! In that case, cloth may clear it right up.
3) I would definitely recommend Flip. I would also recommend more inserts over prefolds. Inserts are easier to just lay in and wash (they also dry really quick).
WOW! That was a quick response!
How many inserts would you estimate I would need to last 2-3 days? I have also been looking at the SoftBum system and I like how adjustable the legs are and that the liners snap in but they are more expensive….
I would estimate about 21-24. You’d need 2 for night then change on your schedule (some change every 2hrs some every 3-4 depending on baby’s frequency). Softbums are great with the elastic but the cover doesn’t last as many changes as the Flip cover does. The inner fleece picks up the urine smell.
This site rocks. I switched 100% 3 weeks ago, and am so happy. i LOVE the flip system. we have one day back of the stay dry and one of the organic, 4 grow baby shells and liners, 2 bum genious, and a couple random but oh so cute all in ones. We have learned so much, and the women a the diaper store a few towns away laugh that i have a 33 inch one year old that never stops moving, and have told me good luck on finding a diaper that doesnt leak. Flip system has only leaked ONCE, overnight, in 3 weeks… and she sleeps for close to 12 hrs. Never tried the disposables liners, dont want to, but the day back is a fantastic deal! Thanks Autumn for all of your help and suport!
Hi. I have been following your blog for several years now. I am a SAHM mom with four daughters. I have used cloth diapers before (with my third child). I chose the Fuzzy Bunz at that time but had a lot of trouble with leaking, constantly. Thus, I went back to disposables which I have continued to use with my fourth child and my pocketbook and the garbage can are screaming at me. I would like to go back to cloth diapers for my fifth child (due in December). I was wondering which brand you prefer that you can use on a newborn that does not leak as much as the Fuzzy Bunz did. I have read your reviews on the Flip diaper and that looks like a good economical choice, but I was wondering about the leaking factor. I admit part of the leaking was my fault, with all of my kids ages 5 and under, I would forget to change the baby every hour and then end up with a mess. Hopefully now with my oldest in school and my second in preschool, I can focus a little bit more on getting the diapers changed. Also, my third daughter is turning 2 today! She is ready to start potty training. Do you recommend any cloth trainers? In the past I have used the Gerber brand that you buy at Babies’ R Us, but they are so bulky. Thanks so much for your help and I enjoy reading your blog.
Check out the My Recommendations tab for newborn cloth diapers. I don’t use trainers so at this time I don’t have a brand to recommend.
I am expecting my first baby in two months and would like to use cloth for health reasons. I have been doing some research (mainly from your site) and really would like to use an AIO like BG Organic AIO, Grasshoppers, or Envibum b/c of the natural/organic fibers. However, do all AIOs use a petroleum based waterproof layer (like PolyUrethane Laminate) as part of the design. I am just confused on what the internal or external waterproof layers are made from. I would like to try to stay away from petroleum products b/c of the potential health risks associated with them. I have also thought about using a fitted with a cover made from natural fibers but I myself am sensitive to wool, so not sure that is going to be a good option. I have similar concerns about health issues with the polyester fleece covers with fitted diapers. I might just be asking for too much and have to go with a “good enough” option. Thanks!
Certainly excellent concerns. We began cloth diapering for health reasons and I must say I have gone with “good enough”. PUL isn’t the best option. Wool is best, however sensitivities are common. Here is an article (not balanced but you get the bad info) you might find interesting http://www.diaperpin.com/clothdiapers/article_artificialmaterials.asp It was written in 2000. I don’t have any clue if the process has changed when making cloth diapers with PUL today.
Hi,
I just started trying various cloth diapers and used your recommendations for many helpful tips, here are a few questions I hope you can help me with.
The bumgenius organic aio with the wonderful cotton, my baby feels the wetness and seems to not like it (he spent the first 3 months in yucky disposies), do you recommend a liner or something? The same goes for our first trial of Flips last night, he woke up 2 hours into it with the inner soaked (I had put in two) but the microfiber was really wet and made him uncomfortable. Can you flip them over to the fleecier side? Also, the Flip liner seems to bunch up between the legs since it doesn’t really attach to anything, does this potentially create leakage?
Thanks your site has been a wonderful resource to start trying things. We loved the Rumparooz for our first overnight, a lot bulky on my little skinny guy but no leaks!
The microfiber side should never touch baby’s skin! If you have the stay dry inserts the smooth side goes against the skin and he won’t feel wetness. I’ve never had a problem with bunching but I adjust the rise and waist snaps to keep it secure (that means it changes if he’s doubled up, singled or wearing a disposable insert). You can make your own fleece or suedecloth liners for a stay dry feel in the Elementals.
There’s a lot of info about how to wash cloth diapers, and I think I’ve got the basics figured out. However, what’s confusing me is what size load to wash in. Usually my top loader is approx. 1/3 full of diapers. I would assume choose a medium load, but I’ve also read the more water, the better. So large? Also I use Rockin’ Green detergent, which suggests 2-3 tbls per load. I’m assuming that means a large load. So what size load should I use?
Also when it come to drying diapers, I dry only the inserts. I use GroVia. Is it best to dry on high heat or low heat? Also do you recommend using wool dryer balls? Thanks!
always choose large load. more water helps remove detergent. i dry on high. wool dryer balls are nice http://allaboutclothdiapers.com/buddha-bunz-wool-dryer-balls/
WOW. I’m 30 weeks pregnant with my second and we are excited about trying cloth diapers this go ’round. I am new to the idea and your site has been helpful in catching me up! My goal is to buy one system that I can use from newborn – toddler like the envibum or fuzzibumz though I’m not wedded to those brands. I prefer to not continue to purchase cloth diapers as my daughter grows and just buy one set that will grow with her. I like the idea of an AIO with a pocket that I can add an insert for extra absorbency but I wanna make sure to find a brand that fits a newborn that is not too bulky. I apologize if you have answered this question before but what is your recommendation for a one-size cloth diaper that works for newborn through toddler (i.e. 30-40lbs)? Thanks so much for your amazing advice!
I’m not sure about pocket AIOs. With Paisley I used some but haven’t seen much about them lately. Doesn’t mean they’re not there though! Check out Softbums, Bum Genius 4.0 and Flip.
On a different note, what is your opinion on options such as Jillian’s Drawers, for those of us who are new to CDing that offer trial programs where they send you a variety of CD systems and sizes to try for 21 days and keep/return?
I think it’s a good idea.
Thanks so much!!!
I have been doing ALOT of research on cloth diapers and i have pretty much figured out what my stash is going to be and have registered for it. My main concern right now is the newborn stage. I really want to cloth diaper from day 1 and im just wondering if i really need the notch or snap down for the umbilical? I was planning on using softbums and rumparooz G2′s for the newborn stage so since they have stay dry liners would it matter if they covered the cord stump? I was thinking if you can cover it with onesies why can you with diapers? If this is not okay i guess I will get some lil joeys until her cord falls off. Also could you give a review on the lil joeys? I know you said you were going to do one but i never saw it.
Thank You!!!
Nicole
Can’t give a Lil’ Joeys review because they weren’t out when Sterling was born. I have one in the works though from a guest writer. I have cloth diapered 2 children so far from birth and I have never felt comfortable using a diaper that didn’t avoid the cord. It looked way to uncomfortable for me to even do it. For this baby I have bought Lil’ Boppers, Goodmama Newborns, sbish and clothmopolitan. The bulk being Goodmamas.
I could use some help and good information on my side… We are expecting our 3rd child any day now, and I want to switch to cloth diapers for a whole list of good reasons. My husband is not on board at all, his biggest concerns being “cloth diapers are stupid” and “you want to wash THAT in our washing machine!?!?!” I know you aren’t here to solve marital issues, but is there anything I can do to help reassure him that we won’t end up with poop on our clothes, the room won’t smell any worse than it would with disposables, and that we truly will save money long-term? Thanks for your time!
What happens when there’s a throw up accident or poop (human or animal) accident on the floor? I wash off most of the poop in the toilet but if some debris gets in the washer and makes it through to the end: 1) it’s cleaned and 2) you can wipe it out.
Thank you, as the one who does the laundry and cleaning, I totally agree
I’am new in cloth diapering and my country too. And sorry, cause my english was not really good.
I just want’s to say thank you for this usefull site for me.
I also really hope that all mother in my country will use cloth diaper, so we don’t ruin our environment and waste money for disposable diapers.
May I translate your artikel, n share it on my site? I will share your site too, on that translate. May I?
By the way, do you not recomended Fuzzi Buns? Why?
thanks so much for your attentions….
Sulis, as long as you link back to this site and credit me with the post you may share it. Fuzzi Bunz are great diapers just not the best in my opinion. You won’t really go wrong choosing them.
Ok, this may be a dumb question… I have read a good bit of your website, but not all of it! I am new to the cloth diaper scene. I am interested to know more about wipes and diaper creams that are compatible with cd’s! Is there a certain type of cream that should be used and what wipes do you recommed??
Thanks!
if you do a search for “diaper rash creams” you’ll find several posts. I recently began using cloth wipes and find it very convenient. http://allaboutclothdiapers.com/diaper-sprayers-cloth-wipes-and-tide/
Not sure if this is addressed elsewhere, but I have a question about diaper creams. I’ve noticed that a lot of creams won’t work with cloth diapers. Why is that? Also, I haven’t read anything about Burt’s Bee’s diaper cream, which I love & currently use w/my chlorine free disposables. Do you know if that is one of the creams that is compatible with cloth diapers? TIA!
many diaper rash creams contain cod liver oil which is a definite no-no with cloth diapers. I have used Burt’s Bees successfully yet many get stains and some repelling. By searching the blog for “diaper rash creams” you’ll find a list.
Ok, so I have read your website up and down, used the recommendation on budget diapers, ordered, and now I have a serious issue! I have a leaker!!! Bought Flips, not sure what I am doing wrong. My son pees more than any boy on the planet! I need to go cloth to save some money!! I have no problem with washing and wet bags, or any of that, just leaking! I still have to use regular diapers for naps, bedtime and outings. Please HELP! Thanks, Ashley
Hi all! I am sorry if this question is posted somewhere else, but I didn’t see it.
Does anyone have any recommendations on approaching a daycare about the use of cloth diapers? Both me and my child have severe skin allergies, so using disposables really aren’t a fesable option: besides, I love cloth! All the daycares I have contacted won’t consider using cloth diapers, stating they aren’t “sanitary” or take up “too much time”. I was a little shocked by this.
Any ideas?
That would make me so frustrated! I would contact the Real Diaper Association. They’ve done a lot in this area http://www.realdiaperassociation.org/daycare/index.php
Thanks for your answer Autumn! I got a lot of information and have a new list of “cloth-friendly” providers to try. Thank you very much !!!!!!!! xoxoxox
There are two things that need to be addressed when trying to CD at a daycare facility — laws/regulations, and negative perceptions. If there are any state or county regulations limiting what a daycare center is allowed to do in your area regarding diapering, educate yourself on these limitations first before you approach a daycare center. Prepare a factsheet which clearly states what the law does or does not allow. Also include your child’s specific condition and a signed note from a qualified professional regarding your child’s condition.
Then, offer to do a demonstration of CDing to the operator of the daycare facility. Using All-in-one/All-in-two or pocket diapers at a daycare will probably be your best bet since they are the most sanitary and require no more work or time than a disposable diaper. Doing this will help to clear up any misperceptions of what a childcare worker would be expected to do. Also provide written instructions and a wetbag in a small lidded diaper pail marked “cloth diapers only!”.
You may need to go with a smaller facility where the director has more decision-making capacity. You may need to go to a private individual within your community. Hopefully, doing these thing will present cloth diapering in the best light possible and help you to find a childcare provider that will work for your needs. Good luck!
Katie~An excellent question, and thank you for the link, Autumn! I would like to cloth diaper with my second child, but when I questioned my son’s daycare (which I LOVE and don’t want to switch), they said no, they would not. Perhaps I can convince them!!
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