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How do I stop leaks with prefolds?

Posted by Cloth Diaper Blog Guest on June 25, 2007

Cloth diapers are highly absorbent and well-suited for newborn baby blow-outs, heavy wetters, and night-time diapering, however some new diapering parents still get leaks with prefold diapers. Whether using cloth diapers or disposable diapers, there will be leaks if you do not first determine the right diaper size, if it is not secured properly, or in the case of cloth diapers, if the cover doesn't fit properly. Let's start with diaper size. Prefold diapers that are too small (or do not … [Read more...]

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Politics of poo

Posted by Cloth Diaper Blog Guest on June 22, 2007

In his article, Disposable diapers cause environmental stink, Chris Kridler of Delawareonline.com writes about what he calls The Politics of Poo. "Disposable diapers have been absorbing controversy for a long time, as environmental groups point out their nonrecyclable content and their tendency to accumulate in landfills. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, almost no diaper waste was generated in 1960. By 1970, there were 350,000 tons. In 2005, the number had risen to 3.6 … [Read more...]

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Swim Diapers – Cloth diapers at the pool.

Posted by Cloth Diaper Blog Guest on June 14, 2007

Swim Diapers - Cloth diapering through the summer.

Summer is here and with it comes water activities. Whether your baby or toddler is playing in a backyard wading pool, or going with you to the community pool or public waterpark, a swim diaper is a necessity. When looking for a swim diaper, unlike when selecting a cloth diaper to be used "out" of the pool, absorption is not a determing factor. Swim diapers, like the Imse Vimse Swim Diaper are not to be absorbent at all. A diaper that absorbs will become heavy with pool water or urine which … [Read more...]