Switching to Cloth diapers
The more time you spend on cloth diaper websites the more overwhelmed you’ll feel. There are a lot of abbreviations and every cloth-diapering parent has opinions about which diaper is the best. If there’s a local brick and mortar store that sells cloth diapers check them out in person. Anyone who sells cloth diapers loves to talk about them and will walk you through the benefits and drawbacks of each brand. Some of the online stores don’t have actual storefronts, but the people who run them will often invite local customers to their home or warehouse to look at or purchase diapers and accessories. If you’re currently using disposable diapers and would like to make the switch to cloth here are some recommendations.
Prefolds
If you’re in it for environmental reasons and don’t mind spending money I’d recommend trying a bunch of different combinations to see what you like and what fits your baby. There are a number of cloth diapering websites that offer combination packages of prefolds ,covers, pockets, and all-in-ones at a slight discount. There are numerous different packages available. Most cater towards newborns but have the option to upgrade to a larger size if you’re making the switch with an older or bigger baby. Some of the more economical packages are available at Green Mountain Diapers, Baby’s Abode, and Earthy Birthy Mama.
A few sites even have a trial option, where for a fee you can rent diapers for a period of time. At the end of the trial you can either keep or return them and get your deposit back minus a fee that goes toward your next purchase. This is a great way to get your feet wet without having to commit financially. You can “rent” diapers from Monkey Toe Diapers, Jillian’s Drawers, Sunshine Diapers, and Diaper Daisy.
One of the cheapest way to buy cloth diapers to buy them used. It sounds gross at first, but once you get past that initial ick factor and realize that cloth diaper users are fanatical about laundry, you can find used diapers at diaper trading sites like Diaper Swappers or on your local Craigslist at a big discount.
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August 25th, 2008 at 9:51 pm
Thanks! This was so helpful! I was looking for a breastfeeding blog, but had considered switching to cloth diapers to save money recently for our 9 month old. You answered questions that I didn’t even know I might have! Thanks again!