Diapers Q&A
I'm considering using cloth diapers for our new baby....?
Can anyone tell me where to start? I need to know any good sites, the benifits of using cloth diapers. Where to buy them.. Everything!! We used pampers for our son who is now 2. I cant stand the thought of putting that MANY diapers in a landfill again with our second baby! Please help me state my case! My husband thinks this is a gross idea and is really against it. I need to read up and prove to him that its sanitary and great for mother earth and our budget. Thanks so much!!
Public Comments
- Your husband sounds just like mine every time I've tried to pitch cloth diapers. I would push the point that it will save you money in the long run, and also that they are better for the baby's skin.
- Well, cloth diapers aren't much better for the environment- in fact, I've heard that they might even be worse! The amount of energy needed to heat the water to clean the diapers is just as bad from an environmental standpoint as disposables. I've heard the most environmentally friendly answer for diapers is to find ones that are biodegradable- or if you buy waterproof liners with an interior natural liner in them that can be flushed. That way, no energy used to wash them, and can decompose on their own.
- a related question was asked before and someone posted a link to an acticle (i just cant find it anymore) showing that the environmental effects and the costs are pretty much the same considering the water, detergent, bleach, you use for the laundry the only advantage i see is that it's kinder on the baby's skin
- Good for you! I am also considering this for my baby when he/she gets here. I found this website : http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/babies-kids/baby-toddler/care-and-dressing/diapers/cloth-diapers-4-07/overview/0704_cloth-diapers_ov.htm There are many other websites where you can purchase them, but I am fairly certain that they sell them at Sears. Check there. If I'm wrong, then I would think a baby specialty store would carry them.
- altho it's good that you want to be environmentally conscious, i wouldn't use cloth nappies. i tend to agree with your husband. they just can't absorb the wetness like the diposibals do. also they give babies more nappy rash for that reason. and do you know how many you will have to be washing per week? it will take up alot of you valuble time! just my opinion tho, thats whats great about being the boss you can do what you like!
- Try Baby BeeHinds Magic All Nappies - they come in a range of colors and are not only great for the earth, but also your precious little one. Google 'baby beehinds' to find them - you can research them on the website, and purchase directly from there. You can also find them on eBay - again, search 'baby beehinds'. They can be a bit expensive to get your collection started, but they are definitely a worthwhile investment when you add up how much you would spend on disposable diapers.
- We used cloth diapers! Its much better for the baby's bottom. We couldn't afford the disposables at the time. Some of the best quality times that I spent with the baby were when I was folding the diapers with him nearby; I'd talk to him and sing and he'd coo and sing too - good times. We got some cloth diapers at our baby shower.
- I will let the expert mothers reply, but will point why I couldn't go cloth when I wanted to. You must have your own washer and dryer because the instructions on the most popular brands state that you must use a cycle with soak or else stop the washer prior to the first rinse to allow them to soak. We live in an apartment with a joint coin laundry room. I can't hold up the washers to do a soak. So, this ruled out cloth for me. I hope that you are able to, though. They seem like they are much cheaper, more comfortable for the child, and a better idea.
- there is a place on the net called babybestbuy.com they have diapers that have velcro closures for 2.99 each way cheaper than a lot ive seen you put them on the same way you do disposable but you have to put the cover (the Rubber pants) over them to keep leakage down. this way if you don't know how to fold the diapers you don't have to. i have seen a lot of sites that have the same diapers for 24.99 and up a 12 pack of these diapers are 29.99 and you can even buy reusable wipes on there made of flannel.. good luck
