The in-demand, "it" fabric in the diaper world is Bamboo. Bamboo is naturally anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. This porous fiber absorbs moisture and wicks it away from the skin, leaving baby cooler and drier than cotton or synthetic materials. The bamboo plant … [Read more...]
How To Remove Stains
Most of the time I never have to worry about stains. When Paisley's diapers do have them a little Oxyclean does the job. But for those really bad poopies that leave major stains what do you do? I am not completely opposed to using bleach but obviously it is a last … [Read more...]
Your Baby’s Safe…Are You?
A funny story turned into quite an experiment. Weeks ago my son found a couple of menstrual pads and stuck them to his body. In an effort to recycle, I used them as a padding for our tree stake. No one but us could tell that it was a pad protecting our tree from the gashes the … [Read more...]
How To Pin A Cloth Diaper
As with anything in life a little practice makes perfect. Pins are no different. I personally have put in zero practice therefore I have a great fear of pins. Thoughts of stabbing my baby give me nightmares. But, having said that I know there are thousands of moms pinning … [Read more...]
I Found The Best Natural Laundry Detergent!
Finally! I have found the detergent for all our family's needs. I really did not think it would be this frustrating and expensive. Until recently I had no reason to find a new detergent. But after seeking allergy tests for my daughter's eczema on her thighs I discovered that … [Read more...]
Fabric Softener on Cloth Diapers *gasp*
Yes!!! You can do it! I was e.l.a.t.e.d. to discover this. When it comes to adding anything to my laundry routine, I am a chicken to try it on my own. I wait for permission from some other brave cloth diapering mama. Then when it works for her, I dive in. What is it that makes … [Read more...]
Cloth Diapers: No Baby Required
There are so many cute cloth diapering videos on YouTube but this one had me laughing pretty hard. As much as I love cloth diapers, when my children are grown you may find me cloth diapering my poor animals. This mama couldn't wait to use her cloth diapers and tried them out on … [Read more...]
Nighttime Diaper Absorbency Test
Everyone always wants to know what the most absorbent diaper is. We currently have a nighttime routine that works perfect for us but I am always interested in diapers that perform well. As my afternoon entertainment, I performed an absorbency test (with 1 child pooping on the … [Read more...]
Pocket Diaper Inserts
A pocket diaper doesn't work without an insert. Depending on the insert, you could have a very trim diaper or a big bubble butt. Inserts are extremely easy to make, but for those who are sewing-challenged (I'm raising my hand) there are dozens of choices. I have divided the … [Read more...]
My Top 4 Pocket Cloth Diapers
I have been excited to write about my favorite pocket cloth diapers but had to wait for the arrival of a particular brand I wanted to try. A pocket diaper does not require a cover (there are a few pocket fitted cloth diapers that do). Pocket cloth diapers are sewn on 3 sides with … [Read more...]