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The environmental benefits of using cloth diapers are undeniable (in some instances the carbon footprint is almost 40 percent lower compared to the use of disposable diapers!)  but many parents wondering about this sustainable choice worry about cleaning. After all, nobody is thrilled about having to deal with baby poop multiple times per day. The simple truth is that cloth diaper washing is a lot easier and much less messy than many parents anticipate it to be. Cleaning cloth diapers is all about following a couple of simple steps. The first and most important one is the removal of solid...

Nothing can be more frustrating than your cloth diapers smelling bad even after you’ve washed them. The fact is, stinky diapers reveal a serious problem: the buildup of ammonia and bacteria that can be harmful to your little one’s skin. If you think your diapers smell funny, it’s time to clean them immediately through a process called diaper stripping. Here, we learn what it means to strip cloth diapers, when it’s time to strip them, how to go about the process, and how to take preventive measures to avoid this icky buildup. What Does it Mean to Strip a Cloth...

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...

About 3.3 million tons of disposable diapers end up in landfills every year. Each one of these diapers takes up to 500 years to decompose while releasing toxic chemicals and gases into the environment. So, when you shift to cloth diapers, you naturally end up making a massive difference. But this difference largely depends on the way you launder the diapers and the detergents you choose. Aside from the environmental factors, the best diaper detergent also ensures a perfect wash and remains fully safe for your little one’s skin. Which Detergents Should You Choose? From commercial cleaners to DIY ones,...

Cloth diapers are growing in popularity as millions of new parents find their way back to simpler, more sustainable lifestyles. In fact, disposable diapers are more of a modern invention, with brands like Pampers first arriving on the market in the 1960s. And now, many parents are choosing cloth as an eco-friendly, frugal-minded alternative to the convenience of disposable diapers. While many families are finding success with cloth diapering, there are more than a few cautionary tales for those who are new to it. Here are a few cloth diapering mistakes to avoid so that you can set yourself–and your...