Cloth Diapering 101
Do's & Don'ts
Do's...
- Wash diaper and insert 3 to 5 times before use
- Adjust the snaps to fit your baby to prevent leaks
- Pre-wash cold, wash hot and extra rinse for laundering
- Only use detergents that are safe for cloth diapers
- To extend the life of your cover, line dry
- Use an extra insert for overnight wear to help with leaks
Don't...
- Use diaper creams not made for cloth diapers
- Use any laundry additives (softener, brighteners, ect.)
- Boil diapers
- Wash with clothing
How many diapers do I need?
- Newborn to 4 months -- 20~30 diapers
- Infant (4 to 10 months) -- 20~25 diapers
- Toddler (over 10 months) -- 15~20 diapers
*The figures above are a general estimate. Your diaper needs may vary depending upon how often you wash your diapers.
Why Cloth Diaper?
- Stuff and go convenience
- Placement of snaps allows for customizable fit at hips and waist
- Best choice for ease of use with daycare and other care givers
- Durable fabric makes for easy wash and wear
- One size fit: 8lbs to 33lbs
- Comes with insert
- Easy to use and machine washable
- Environmentally Friendly
- Save more than $2,000 on diapers per child & can be used for more then one child
- Helps reduce exposure of babies' skin to the chemicals in disposable diapers
- Made of strong absorbant breathable material to help prevent diaper rash and leaks