Post by Veronica on Jan 11, 2013 13:17:09 GMT -5
Let us start off by saying that Disposable Diapers take 300 or more YEARS to decompose, that is just ONE sposie.
If your child is potty trained by the time they are 3, you will spend an average of $2000 on disposables for every child.
The average amount spent on an entire "stash" of Cloth diapers (meant to last until potty training) is $200 to $1000 for every child. You will spend even less if you make your own Cloth! Not to mention, if you take good care of your cloth- you can use them on more than one child.
Chemicals found in Disposable Diapers Not found In Cloth Diapers;
Dioxin
Sodium Polyacrylate
Tributyl-Tin
Now to the basics, there are MANY different types of Cloth Diapers. It is admittedly confusing when starting off but by going over each type and deciding what would work best with your family will help a lot! Now, don't get overwhelmed by the choices.
Cotton Prefold Diapers- Designed with 3 panels with varying layers of absorbency. Commonly used with a diaper cover to prevent leakage. You must fold these diapers, there are also a wide range of ways to fold a prefold. Can be fastened with a "snappi". These are the MOST affordable Diapers, even with the covers and snappi's added. Sized to fit babies weight. They sell Prefolds in Bleached/Unbleached, Organic and Hemp form. (OsoCozy 1 Dozen Unbleached Prefolds go for $20.95 on Amazon)
Flats- 1 Layer of 100% Cotton Birdseye Weave 27" x 27". Also commonly used with a diaper cover to prevent leakage, you must fold and fasten. One size fits all! They also have Flats in Organic and Unbleached form. (OsoCozy 1 Dozen Unbleached Flats go for $22.95 on Amazon)
Fitted Cloth Diapers- More convenient than prefolds/flats, no folding, Velcro, snaps or Snappi fastening. There is elastic that fits around babies legs and torso to create a snug fit. Various sizes and absorbency's, commonly used with a diaper cover. Can come in Organic, Unbleached and Unbleached Natural Ivory. (BabyKicks Organic One Size Fitted Diaper goes for $19.95 each on Amazon)
All-In-Ones- The Most Convenient! Fastens with Velcro or snaps, Various sizes/Colors, has a built in waterproof shell. (Grovia All-In-One Newborn Diaper goes for $14.95 on Amazon)
Pocket Diapers- These are made with a waterproof shell and a single layer of fleece or soft polyester. Pocket diapers are stuffed with an "insert" (comes with diaper) and comes in various sizes/colors or in a One Size design. Velcro or Snaps. (bumGenius 4.0 One Size Pocket Diaper goes for $17.95 on Amazon)
If your child is potty trained by the time they are 3, you will spend an average of $2000 on disposables for every child.
The average amount spent on an entire "stash" of Cloth diapers (meant to last until potty training) is $200 to $1000 for every child. You will spend even less if you make your own Cloth! Not to mention, if you take good care of your cloth- you can use them on more than one child.
Chemicals found in Disposable Diapers Not found In Cloth Diapers;
Dioxin
Sodium Polyacrylate
Tributyl-Tin
Now to the basics, there are MANY different types of Cloth Diapers. It is admittedly confusing when starting off but by going over each type and deciding what would work best with your family will help a lot! Now, don't get overwhelmed by the choices.
Cotton Prefold Diapers- Designed with 3 panels with varying layers of absorbency. Commonly used with a diaper cover to prevent leakage. You must fold these diapers, there are also a wide range of ways to fold a prefold. Can be fastened with a "snappi". These are the MOST affordable Diapers, even with the covers and snappi's added. Sized to fit babies weight. They sell Prefolds in Bleached/Unbleached, Organic and Hemp form. (OsoCozy 1 Dozen Unbleached Prefolds go for $20.95 on Amazon)
Flats- 1 Layer of 100% Cotton Birdseye Weave 27" x 27". Also commonly used with a diaper cover to prevent leakage, you must fold and fasten. One size fits all! They also have Flats in Organic and Unbleached form. (OsoCozy 1 Dozen Unbleached Flats go for $22.95 on Amazon)
Fitted Cloth Diapers- More convenient than prefolds/flats, no folding, Velcro, snaps or Snappi fastening. There is elastic that fits around babies legs and torso to create a snug fit. Various sizes and absorbency's, commonly used with a diaper cover. Can come in Organic, Unbleached and Unbleached Natural Ivory. (BabyKicks Organic One Size Fitted Diaper goes for $19.95 each on Amazon)
All-In-Ones- The Most Convenient! Fastens with Velcro or snaps, Various sizes/Colors, has a built in waterproof shell. (Grovia All-In-One Newborn Diaper goes for $14.95 on Amazon)
Pocket Diapers- These are made with a waterproof shell and a single layer of fleece or soft polyester. Pocket diapers are stuffed with an "insert" (comes with diaper) and comes in various sizes/colors or in a One Size design. Velcro or Snaps. (bumGenius 4.0 One Size Pocket Diaper goes for $17.95 on Amazon)