reusable diapers ?!

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So I havnt seen them too be very popular but what's everyone's opinions on reusable cloth diapers? Pros? Cons?

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I really like them. They can be expensive to start (unless you buy them and a resale store like I did). They aren't as hard as a lot of people think and they do save money in the long run

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The best place to start for accurate information (there is a TON of bad information out there especially when it comes to detergents/wash routines) is joining the fb group Fluff Love & CD Science. They also have a website fluffloveuniversity.com. Both the site and the group have a ton of information, which I will post infographics to show you how to get to in the group.

Obbsandlala on youtube is also great too, if you look under her playlists you'll find her cloth diapering one.

Your wash routine is really important. Stay away from any detergent claiming to be cloth safe (rockin green, charlies, ect). They are made of up mostly softeners and the recommended amount is not nearly enough to clean human waste from diapers. Most mainstream detergents are fine (except All). Tide Original Powder is a popular favorite. If you want something more natural, the group and website I mentioned has a list of detergents. Speaking of which, an admin from the Fluff Love group can help set you up with a proper wash routine specific to your washer.

We've been using cloth diapers and cloth wipes exclusively for 17months now and we absolutely love it! No blowouts, rashes, stinks, nothing.

My one suggestion is to buy 1 or 2 of a few different brands and styles to figure out what you like, before splurging on one brand/style only to realize later they don't work for you. (We like FunkyFluff, Smartbottoms, Alvas, Sunbaby and Grovia ONE for nighttime)

The last picture I posted is just a basic guidline of what your wash routine should like it, but the 3rd picture, post that in the group with the questions answered and an admin will help you.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask (:

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LOVE THEM

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Pros - they are cheap, environment friendly,  more comfortable for baby, cuter

Cons - can be messy (poop), can be expensive to start if you buy them designer

You gotta do a lot of research and experimenting to find what you like best diaper wise and how to take care of them. For example, I didn't want to use bleach because that will degrade the fabric, and ruin the covers so I used vinegar. I learned that I like the results better if I soaked the dirty diapers in vinegar water before I washed them, and added vinegar to the wash. They should be washed separate from regular close. And I decided I liked G-pants better than the all-ones and I also liked just a cloth diaper with a plastic pant on the outside. Definitely do some reseach and buy them gently used if you can!

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