Back before I became a mom, when I was just pregnant, I had all these crazy questions that I needed answers to. I wondered how bad childbirth would hurt (it’s true you really do forget about the pain). I wondered how I would ever lose the baby weight (breastfeeding was not my … [Read more...]
How Many Cloth Diapers Do You Really NEED?
Ok, just to be clear. When I say need, I am talking the absolute bare minimum. Then we will talk about numbers of diapers that are more convenient to have. And then we will talk about how many cloth diapers we actually want…LOL…just kidding. I know we all want … [Read more...]
Guide to Prepping Cloth Diapers
Prepping is the process that allows your cloth diapers to reach their full absorbency. Prepping also rinses away residues from natural fibers that can deposit on other diapers and cause repelling (which means leaks). Oddly enough, most companies don’t include prepping … [Read more...]
The Three D’s of Poo Removal: Diaper Sprayer, Dunk and Swish and Disposable Liners!
We have definitely crossed into the land of toddler poo. A much different place than exclusively breastfed island and starting solids peninsula! If you have other children you know what to expect. But if this is your first, you might be in for a rude awakening. In the early … [Read more...]
Cloth Diaper Safe Diaper Rash Creams UPDATED AGAIN!
First, be sure you clear up the underlying problem; otherwise the rash may keep recurring. Is the rash from ammonia build-up? Or simply from the diapers not getting clean in the wash. Does your little one’s tushie look red, like bad sunburn wherever the insert touches? After … [Read more...]
7…Make That 5 Things I Wish I Knew About Cloth Diapers
After cloth diapering straight for 9 years 5 months {Seriously??? Wow time flies!} I've tried hundreds of cloth diaper brands, styles and accessories. I'm forcing myself to pick the bare naked necessities. This will be hard. In June 2012, I published what would come to be one of … [Read more...]
Curious about Microfiber, Hemp, and Bamboo inserts? Is there a RIGHT way to use them in a cloth diaper?
People often ask what the difference is between microfiber, hemp, bamboo, and charcoal bamboo cloth diaper inserts? Is there a certain way that they have to be used? Let me explain! Microfiber: Microfiber inserts are made from synthetic materials (i.e. man made). Super fast at … [Read more...]
Say What??? Answers to all of my cloth diapering questions!?!
I am lovin’ everyone’s feedback about suggestions for blog posts! But looking at all the comments got me thinking. There was a lot of…. “I’m new, I don’t know where to start! Please help!” or “How/when do I strip my cloth diapers!” and “More Reviews!” Well, have I got … [Read more...]
4 Things Needed to Cloth Diaper Successfully
Due to length, I have divided this into 2 parts. Today I have included the first 2 things needed to cloth diaper successfully. If you are already successfully cloth diapering, this is a great post to share with others! You've just gotten the cloth diapering bug and you are … [Read more...]
Babyville Boutique Celebrates 1 Year With a Giveaway!
Article written by guest author Ellie Joos. Babyville Boutique is 1 Year Old and to celebrate, we want to give one lucky reader of All About Cloth Diapers a special gift of products for sewing diapers and other baby items from these adorable fabrics and matching … [Read more...]