You only want to just throw them in the wash without rinsing if you breastfeed, cause breast milk is water soluble, formula is not, just a piece of advice so that your 2nd time is not terrible too. Good luck, hope it works out, congrats on baby #2
I am gonna say that I definitely love your point of view, cloth diapering is not for everyone. We use them and LOVE them. But like you said they are a lifestyle choice/change. You were completely respectful. I hope that cloth diapering works better for you with your next child. They are a huge commitment and you can't jump into using them, you have to research. Best of luck on your next baby. :)
Good luck on attempt #2 to CD! For what it's worth, my DD wore disposables at night until she was 2 but cloth most other times. And she didn't start cloth until she was 2 months old and we were out of that "newborn fog" stage so we could handle the laundry better. It's not "all or nothing." Just find the times at first where it's easiest for you to CD and work from there. That's what we did. :)
Have you looked at flushable liners? That may help you if you want to do it for baby #2. Breastfed poop doesn't need sprayed at all-it is water soluble so you can just toss it in the washer. And with formula or solid poops the liners are AMAZING! You just throw them in the toilet and then poop is gone without rinsing. I hope that helps! I did them since birth and with sleep deprived nights and working full time it really didn't take much more time personally but to each their own.
CD'ing definitely isn't for everyone. I was nervous when I started w/baby #2. I EBF, so I knew I could throw the dipes straight into the washer. Once he started solids, it was a bit more involved. I can understand where people are put off w/CD'ing, especially if they don't have a strong stomach. I think it's great that you are giving it another try! Maybe invest in a few AIO's (they will take longer to dry, FYI), hybrids, &/or liners! Pockets are way more involved (I do love mine, though). :)
I love my cloth Diapers and I have read almost everything their is to know about them along with care and brands all 9 months while prego. From Diaper Creams, to presoaking new inserts, Liners, to strippin Diapers. If anyone is looking to throw in the towl email me and I will do my best to help you stay on track to help the world and keep you baby Chemical free.
Thanks for your honesty! Good points made. I am expecting twins and want to TRY cding. It is more for cost effectiveness at this point. You made me think though especially about night changes and how that will effect us. My husband has little knowledge of cding so he is a little skeptical but supportive. You gave some things to think about though I do still play to at least try.
Instead of bashing if you are successful with CD why not give some tips. Being a new mom is hard. I did try CD but they were the old fashion ones. Never could get that right. The new ones seem a lot better but that is still a big commitment. I am curious how does this work if the child is in daycare? Do they allow these?
I don't see why being honest caused such b*tchyness, you even said cloth is great but it wasn't for you, I could understand if you were on here saying oh cloth is SH*T. Wow big deal you went to disposables, the people commenting were in sposies when they were babies! Good for you giving it another shot, my tips would be no rinsing the poo, when it's hard enough you can fling it into the toilet, (around 6months old), every 6 months 'strip' them, (basically a loooong soak and rinse til all the so
@XxMichellexX19 we're expecting #2 any day now and have decided to give CD another go. We're going to try not rinsing poopiness and instead just throwing them in the wash. Believe me, I'd love for this to work out! Wish us luck!
@sedelman2 If you're breastfeeding exclusively, there's no need to rinse the poo out before washing . (breastmilk poo is water soluble.) :) But once you start introducing solids or if you formula feed, you need to rinse the diapers into the toilet. (Or try getting disposable liners, baby poos on those and you can just toss them!) I hope the cloth works out this time around. :)
@sedelman2 Just an idea. I use and love my bumGenius and Flip diapers. (My husband prefers the Flip because they don't need stuffed--easier for his big hands.) BUT, I use disposable at night (on my almost 2 year old). I also don't stuff the diapers until I use them because I don't know how I want them stuffed (double/triple absorption) ahead of time. And congrats on the new baby! I'm expecting #3 any day.
I'm sorry cloth didn't work out for you! But definitely respect your opinion. You're right, it definitely is a commitment and a lifestyle choice. At least you tried!
Sorry this didn't work out for you. Didn't read all the comments, someone might have touched on this already. It sounds like poopy diapers where what did it for you, and unfortunately, you may have been misinformed on how to deal with them. It is NOT necessary to remove poo from a diaper until the baby is on formula/solids. When we started solids, there was a short period (~2mos) of yuck factor, but her poos quickly became solid enough they just plopped off into the toilet. No big deal!
I think it's cool that you spoke your mind. I have 2 girls and use disposable. And I have family members and friends that are ALL ABOUT CLOTH. And it sort of made me feel less than for not doing the organic, more natural thing.. lol. And well everyone has different life styles. I for one, if I find something to add more stress to my life (and kids and a husband can do that all on it's own at times lol) then it just isn't worth it. Being a mom is hard work. Especially with little ones.
I've done the throw away diaper thing for 19 months and I just changed over to cloth. first I bought 1 and it worked great then 2 more, still working great. Today I have 4 more cloth diapers coming in from amazon. I love saving money and avoiding the chemical diapers. Also I like having less trash to throw away. I respect that you think it's not for you but you may change your mind some day or maybe you can resell them on e bay to some one who wants them. :-)
@bluediamond2077 We still use throw aways as of now . We kind of have a idea when there will be poo so we time it and put her in a throw away thouse times. We went from using 9 throw away diapers a day to using 3 a day that way. We have been doing this for 2 weeks now. it's going to be much easier not doing so much wash with the 4 more we are getting today.
@bluediamond2077 What a great idea. Why not put your babe on the potty though? Look up elimination communication. Sounds like you're already fairly in tune with your baby. :)
I'm sorry but you just sound like a lazy #$@! that doesn't care about your own kid's health that alone the waste in our planet. I think that instead of watching dumb tv programs or reading dumb magazines you read more documentaries on how your laziness is affecting other people. JUST PUTTING IT OUT THERE. ;)
@amuchi51 I'd invite you to look at your own decisions (parenting or otherwise) and how they might be imperfect, rather than attacking others. But it seems you enjoy the latter. Not sure how good that is for humanity as a whole. JUST PUTTING IT OUT THERE ;)
@sedelman2, thanks for your honesty. I'm sorry that some people are just incredibly mean about issues like... diapers. Is it really necessary to call someone a lazy "#$@?" Wow, it makes me wonder, is attacking someone on the internet, calling someone dumb & lazy "helping our planet?" I think raising our kids in an environment with compassion, humility and love is MUCH better than being "environmental friendly."
@Joannedashulamite isn't it weird how we can take something that's supposed to benefit the world and turn it into a reason to bash each other? Something is definitely wrong with this picture.
I totally understand your decision not to. It isn't for everyone. I myself love it. When I wash the poop off, I do it totally different. It takes me next to no time at all. I maybe wash my diapers once or twice a week. There is a lot you have to remember for them though and it is good for you to get some of it out there. You should have mentioned things like you can't use powder, or most butt creams with them. And most of all, it does take getting used to..but does save a lot of money.
When I was pregnant with my first baby I wanted to do cloth diapering. I got told all the time that after a few weeks I'd HAE it....WRONG!!! 2 years and 2 children later I still cloth diaper! I love it and have even had friends who decided to cloth diaper as well.
It's not for everyone, but I personally LOVE it!!!!
@udder777 I wouldn't say I'm afraid. I'd say I've just decided not to. We all make decisions about how to allocate our time and CD for me didn't make the cut. Take a look at you own life and personal decisions you've made. Do you have NO carbon footprint? Are all your clothes ethically manufactured?
@sedelman2 Don't pay that slag any further attention. You made the decision that is best for you and your family. Trust me, when it's time to apply for college or get a job, NEVER have I seen "We only hire those babies who were exclusively cloth diapered." anywhere on an application. You do what YOU want. By the time the baby is potty trained it will be a distant memory anyway. Good for you for being honest.
@sedelman2 The pockets are a pain. Big time. We're in process of selling a lot of our pockets for fitteds (basically snap on underpants that you put a cover on).
bumgenius were awful for us.
You throw everything in a pail and just dump in the laundry. You don't stuff, you don't unstuff for laundry.
If you breastfeed, the poo doesn't need to be sprayed either.
Sorry you had a bad experience. If you want some help listing them on the swap to recoup some of your expense, I'll show you how.
@udder777 LAY OFF OF HER. Not everything is for EVERYONE. I commend her for being honest. NOT to mention, having a newborn at home is enough work. AND if disposable diapers were so bad, it wouldn't be a billion dollar business. TO EACH THEIR OWN and shame on you for criticizing her for doing what SHE feels is best for her child.
I applaud and really like your video. What works for you and your family is what works for you and your family!! For me and my family, cloth diapering is key; and we really wouldn't switch to buying disposables regularly. But that's us.
In the long run, it's just a matter of what is more important and beneficial to your family. Saving your sanity and time spent doing other Mommy things (a long to do list anyway), is just as wonderful. :)
Oh I DEFINITELY hear you. I actually made a quick video that Cloth diapers ARE a shitload more work then disposables. People on Youtube like to make it sound like they aren't as much work as they truly are. When I am spending my time rinsing crap...I definitely would rather be doing 100 other things and when my son is in the odd disposable and happens to crap in it, I almost want to throw a party that I don't have to rinse it. It's a TON of work, and it's hard, and it'snot for everyone!
I'm sorry but I find your comment about cloth being SO much extra work ridiculous. I had my son when my husband was in Afghanistan. I've been using cloth on him since he was 2 months old. I would have started sooner but he was born really sick and in the NICU. I was a new mom to a newborn with a husband in a war zone and yet I maganaged to use cloth just fine. It's just extra laundry.
And yes they don't hold as much as paper diapers because they aren't made with nasty chemicals.
just a consideration but you could have tried the Bummis shells with a prefold diaper & a disposible liner. You would simply fold the diaper in thirds, place it on the shell, tear off a disposible biodigradable Flushable liner for the last layer and put it on the baby like a disposible. when it's time to change you flush the yucky liner, put the prefold in a wet bag & reuse the wrap. Every 3 days you upend the wet bag in the wash, rinse once on cold add detergent and wash & rinse again and dry!
I'm sorry that cloth diapers weren't for you. We use them and LOVE them, but I know they certainly aren't for everybody. You're still a great mom even if you don't CD your baby!
OH! And if you read the directions on disposable diapers, you are not supposed to put human waste in the trash can, it is supposed to be shaken into the toilet... so that not any different. It contaminates the ground water supply.
You were washing each individual diaper?!?! No offense, but I think you were doing something incorrectly. If you have a diaper pail and an AIO (no stuffing required) cloth diaper the ONLY difference between cloth and disposable is 1 load of laundry every other day. I'm sorry you had a bad experience. If anyone watching this is still considering cloth diapering please continue to do research, there are TONS of resources just on youtube alone that show you how ease it is.
@MamaLaLaX2 that would be hilarious if I was washing each individual diaper. And by hilarious I mean horrific. No, these diapers require un-stuffing and re-stuffing after each laundry load. I think that it's totally okay for people to decide cloth diapers aren't for them. We all chose ways to make our lives easier even if they aren't the most eco-conscious.
@sedelman2 LOL, sorry it just sounded like you were washing after every diaper change. I myself don't like pockets, except for at night so I have a wopping total of 3 in my stash. I'm prefer and AI2 where you can reuse the cover or even put in a biodegradable insert and just throw that out. GroVia is amazing! Surprising enough or not my husband prefers prefolds and covers, he thinks they are the easiest, not to mention the cheapest, so maybe you could look into that for the new baby. Good luck.
don't feel bad...most new parents buy a lot of stuff they don't need or will ever use when they have their first baby....i for one love disposable diapers.... they make life a lot easier, especially in the middle of the night....
thanks for your review! I part-time cloth diaper our son. At home it is very easy however I did not feel that way when he was a newborn. It's quite a burden when we were changing him 10-12 times a day. Now at 6 months he fits the cloth diapers much better and I actually have more blow out accidents in disposables than in the cloth. I also agree that I don't like the pocket diapers-having to stuff and unstuff-not fun but I love my AIOs. Lastly, when out and about disposables are just easier.
I love cloth nappies. They have really helped with my son's rash. But each to their own. At least you gave them a go. Hopefully you will be able to sell them and get back some of your money.
ps please try a diff kind of cloth diaper, you would be amazed the difference it makes when you find the system that's right for you. there are tons of choices! give it a chance.
I line all my diapers with flush-able liners because of poo. That way I just pull the liner out flush it and wash the diaper. easy. But it is up to you.
Since you are trying them again with number two will you be trying other things to make the experience better for your family? It seems like messing with the inserts both while dirty and stuffing them after where your main issues.. Have you looked into a tongue style brand? We have some totsbots in our stash and you don't ever have to touch the dirty insert, and since it is attached to the diaper stuffing them is fast.. the Velcro is also much better then on the BG. You could also try liners (o
I'm going to try cloth on my 3rd child. I want to see how it is. Thank you for the honesty though. At least I know I better get ready to put in some work! ...lol...Thanks!
Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
WOW!! This proves most Americans would rather save time and spend more money just to have the lazy way out. Just imagine NO washing machine and NO dryer, HAND WASH ONLY. I can hear them know,,, OOOOOO IKKKYYY. DO MORE RESEARCH YOU WILL SEE THAT DISPOSABLES ARE NOT SAFE FOR YOU, YOUR BABY.OR THE ENVIRONMENT. OH yeah Peace is not cool. It is better just to say God Bless. Amen
Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
@MrGeraldburt do you grow all your own food or only buy organic local?? Do you always take public transportation or ride your bike? Have you never used a plastic bag? Are you completely sustainable in every way? I invite you not to throw stones my friend lest you see you too live in a glass house.
@monjiaitaly btw, I plan on having 10 more and will use disposables on all of them! And I'll buy all their clothes at WalMart and we'll eat McDonalds everyday! All just to spite you.
@medibosanac I never meant to imply they don't work, in fact I certainly say otherwise. My point was just that there is, as with everything, no "one size fits all solution" and the same goes for this. It's just not for me.
@Peacho19 I am a working dad. I cannot be washing 40 diapers a day. Also, after having my son in cloth diapers for about a week he developed such a rash that went away with paper diapers. Also, it seems that paper diapers not only hold moisture (like cloth diapers) but the gel within them deactivate liquid thus keeping it away from baby's butt. Now if I didn't work full time I might feel differently. Good luck to you.
@medibosanac there are many kinds of cloth diapers that work similar to wick away moisture as a disposable might, for example fleece lined wicks moisture away you just have to do a little research. you could also look into a diaper service that picks up your dirty diapers and brings you clean ones. also there are many ways to deal with and avoid rashes with cloth diapers. honestly i only have to do two to three more loads of laundry a week with our cloth diapering.. that simple.
@Peacho19 I am aware of all those services. However, I don't see any benefit to cloth diapers. Actually, I think they are detriment to skin health of babies. I know I will incur some strong comments from cloth diaper supporters, but there I said it :).
@medibosanac the smile at the end is highly indicative of trolling. :) a troll can always spot another!
however if you are any bit serious and for others who might read this, i say rethink your previous comments about working full time/being too busy for cloth diapers when you obviously have time to spend on youtube. :) there are countless benefits to cloth but unfortunately it takes some research and a lack of ignorance to see that.
@Peacho19 Let's analyze your comments. You state that if I am serious I would need to rethink my comments. You also state that it takes research and lack of ignorance to see that. Why would you say that? What makes you think that I did not research the subject myself? So, if I have a differing opinion from yours, do you think that I am ignorant, did not research the subject, and not serious about it? Please reread your previous post and then research narcissism (may help you). Happy holidays.
@medibosanac i say that because after stating you do not see the benefits, the reasons for that would only be ignorance, no effort in researching, just accepting your own reality, or you must be kidding. the benefits are obvious, not just a matter of opinion but fact.
@medibosanac narcissism has nothing to do with being a cloth diaper and natural parenting advocate. the goal is to eduate parents on how easy and great it actually can be.
@medibosanac may i suggest researching what a "system" is? it is much more simple to refer to it as that rather than..."A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole, in particular. 2. A set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network"
there are many kinds of cloth diapers, so there are many different ways to go about it, is that not the definition of a "system"?
also, i am neither 19 nor do i work at mcdonalds. are you demented?
@medibosanac finally, after visiting your channel it all makes sense. just because you watch a few videos on "narcissists" doesn't mean that every person you come across that views you as ignorant is a narcissist. you have some sort of complex? LOL
@medibosanac ps diapers should be changed often and quickly, regardless of cloth vs disposable so the moisture effect on the skin is not the issue if that's what is done. the care of the diapers themselves makes the biggest difference on how the baby's skin will react aside from individual skin sensitivity. a disposable has health benefits over the chemical free and natural fibers of cloth diapers? i bet babies just love having plastic and chemicals strapped to their bums!
@medibosanac The rash was most likely from ammonia which often results from the diapers not being thoroughly cleaned in the wash. It can sometimes be a chore to find a detergent that is suited to your water type (hard water especially)
And, FYI, the gel in the sposies was taken out of feminine care products in the 80's after it was found to cause asthma, cancer, & infertility (particularly in males)
Cloth isn't for everyone but I don't think it's fair to say they "don't work."
@BoutiqueMomma They might've taken out the gel from feminine products, but there are still dioxins them, which are linked to causing endometriosis. I don't use them anymore (as I've switched myself to cloth), and I haven't had cramps (which sent me to the hospital for a ton of hydrocodone) since :)
And to not be completely off topic, you're right. Cloth isn't for everyone (like my brother), but it doesn't mean that they don't work. Some people love it (like me!), and others hate it.
Thanks for your honesty! I have been cloth diapering for two babies and occasionally used disposables, but each time I did my boys bum would get chemical burns. I guess I think the trade off of the time and energy of cleaning them versus the time of healing for the burn! Yuck chemicals!
I am glad with your honest opinion. Thank you for not completely bashing clothing and stating just what you feel it is not right. It is a lifestyle and I am very glad for you honesty.
I think it's pretty much to each their own!!! Your right it is a lifestyle, and people should do what works best for their families!! Personally I switched to cloth late and love it.. I love the savings, and the environment aspect of it,but their are other ways to help the environment as well!!!!
At least you were honest. I love my cloth! I actually like doing laundry though and I breast feed so I can just chuck the diaper straight into the wash though, if it's a particularly poopy diaper, I will stray it off with the diaper sprayer.
it really is a life style and depends on the person. i know for me i LOVE my cloth diapers and i LOVE washing and folding and stuffing. it is def. for me! but i know for a lot of people it isn't.
@jennayoung99 that's so awesome! I thought I would be like you and felt sad that I wasn't. But it's so great to hear cloth works so well for you! Congrats!
If you breastfeed you don't have to rinse your diapers....I bet most do but you don't have to if they are breastfed...just do a prerinse. Also there are insert things that you can put it that gets the poop, idk what they are called though
@sedelman2 You do realise that it is illegal to put poopy diapers in a landfill? so you still need to kinda deal with it, its written in TINY writing on the sides
Thanks for not bashing cloth but stating your opinion in a nice way :) You're right, cloth isn't for everyone and every family and that's fine, don't feel bad about making the best decision for you and your family.
It took us a while to get into the swing of things while using cloth (we started when our son was 10 days old), and I'm very happy and content with it and it's second nature to us now. In the beginning, it was daunting and difficult to manage at times! You're not alone! :)
I think, like most new things, it's going to take a while until it works out right. Getting advice and trying different things out, you may have found a method that works for you instead of giving up and doing a complete switch. But, all in all, I know lots of women who whould not attempt cloth diapers because of all the extra work etc. It's the same for lots of things that require work.. it's not for everyone lol.
@Milknhoney83 this is the only thing I wish I had heard more of, that it really is an investment of time. I felt most people were so eager to espouse the benefits of cloth they glossed over the time and work (and let's be frank here, grossness) of cloth diapers. I think if I had gone into it with more information it wouldn't have been such a shock.
Great news is that your investment in cloth diapers won't be hard to resell and get a good portion of that money back (probably half of the cost you paid for them.) I bet most of the people who watched this video would be happy to purchase them off you if you decided to post an email link etc.
Sure, it does take a lot of commitment with cloth diapers, but I'd rather save thousands of dollars by buying cloth :) I'd also rather not put those chemicals against my baby's skin. But, cloth diapers aren't for everyone, like you said :)
@QueenLucyThe2nd We live in a big city, so our son is exposed to pollution. He also drinks out of cups and eats off plastic plates we bought at IKEA that most likely contain carcinogens (not to mention were manufactured by people who weren't paid a living wage.) I have even let him WATCH TV which is teaching him a passive, sedentary lifestyle and shortening his attention span. But you're right, i guess we all choose what we're willing to tolerate and I'm sure you'd tolerate none of that.
@sedelman2 Actually, I see nothing wrong with TV :) Doesn't mean one should sit a child in front of it for most of the day, but watching TV just in general isn't wrong at all lol I can't even remember my original comment was on here, but as time passes on, I just learn more and more about what works for people and what doesn't, and that it won't always be what /I/ like or what /I/ do :) It's their choice. Obviously, cloth diapers don't work for you; not everyone likes them, and that's just fine.
I didn't switch to cloth diapers until my son was over a year. We switched because of diaper rashes and sensitivity to the disposables. Like you said, It's a total commitment! But we are happy we switched. I think it's good you gave it a try and thank you for posting your experience.
I actually just started using cloth diapers on my 7 mth old & am having another baby in about 5 mnths. LOL. I think its gonna save us a ton of money and im actually enjoying it. I think they look adorable on my baby girl. Also, I think I make it harder on myself because I hand wash them rather than taking the cloths to the laundry mat. But I do it cuz I hate dragging cloths and a baby & being pregnant to the laundry mat. It just seems easier washing them inside my apartment by hand. :)
I appreciate your point view. I am glad that you are making this video for some people who feel as you do. I just wanted to point out that NOT all cloth diapers have to be stuffed and unstuffed. There are cloth diapers that are all one piece. I personally hate pocket diapers myself, for the reason you mentioned. If people are worried about the stuffing, just know there are other options out there.
@HeartMyKPop this is a really good point. I did research and made a purchase based on what seemed best made and most effective (against leaks, etc.) but there are other things to consider, fer sure.
The first thing I thought about when wanting to start cloth diapering was "There's going to be a lot of laundry to do, and I am horrible at keeping up with it!" But I am determined to do it! Actually really excited. Not sure If I'd do it with a newborn, but my son is a toddler and he doesn't go threw diapers too much, so this shouldn't be too difficult.
I never spray or scrape poo off...there's no real need when you have a newborn. When baby is on solids, if you change your rinse cycle to a cold wash cycle (no detergent), the agitation will take care of the "peanut butter" stuff. Anything that will fall out, just plop into the toilet. And you don't need to remove the insert when washing if you do not have a high efficiency washer.
@Cathie111 WISH I WOULD HAVE KNOWN THIS. Might give it a try to see how it goes. Minus pre-washing and stuffing/unstuffing this process might be bearable.
Good for you for giving it an honest effort! I personally love my cloth and don't mind spraying and washing but I really do think that for some people they really are just not going to work. Thank you, however, for not totally bashing cloth diapers and for being so kind to them in general! Your son is adorable BTW.
@sedelman2 I see your planning to try cloth again. Have you thought about trying a different style? I know when I started CDing, I thought I was going to love OS pockets. Now I HATE stuffing them and they are my least favorite. For us, All-in-2s where a better choice. Also, have you thought about flushable diaper liners? I haven't tried them yet., but have heard they make things easier. We're planning to use them at night and on the go with baby #3.
I love my cloth diapers! They take a little work but if you think of it as benefiting your child the little extras are certainly worth it. I have 3 children and hope that someday they choose to cloth diaper their children as we did for them.
P.S. If you want to relieve yourself of your cloth diapers, we are more then welcoming to take them in, lol!
Thanks for being so honest, its good to have differant opinions and cloth diapers probably are not for everyone. I am gonna try them but I will probably not invest that much into them until I know I want to do it.Thumbs up for trying!
Sorry, but I just can't help but getting distracted by that cameo baby! He's just so darn cute. Where do you guys get these neat clothes for him anyways?
Personally I would consider an Abu Dhabi way - hire a help to wash the diaper cloths!
You only want to just throw them in the wash without rinsing if you breastfeed, cause breast milk is water soluble, formula is not, just a piece of advice so that your 2nd time is not terrible too. Good luck, hope it works out, congrats on baby #2
KristaMattand1OTW 2 days ago
I am gonna say that I definitely love your point of view, cloth diapering is not for everyone. We use them and LOVE them. But like you said they are a lifestyle choice/change. You were completely respectful. I hope that cloth diapering works better for you with your next child. They are a huge commitment and you can't jump into using them, you have to research. Best of luck on your next baby. :)
TheTacosAreHere 2 days ago
Good luck on attempt #2 to CD! For what it's worth, my DD wore disposables at night until she was 2 but cloth most other times. And she didn't start cloth until she was 2 months old and we were out of that "newborn fog" stage so we could handle the laundry better. It's not "all or nothing." Just find the times at first where it's easiest for you to CD and work from there. That's what we did. :)
kamblue 2 days ago
Have you looked at flushable liners? That may help you if you want to do it for baby #2. Breastfed poop doesn't need sprayed at all-it is water soluble so you can just toss it in the washer. And with formula or solid poops the liners are AMAZING! You just throw them in the toilet and then poop is gone without rinsing. I hope that helps! I did them since birth and with sleep deprived nights and working full time it really didn't take much more time personally but to each their own.
shellejoseph 4 days ago
CD'ing definitely isn't for everyone. I was nervous when I started w/baby #2. I EBF, so I knew I could throw the dipes straight into the washer. Once he started solids, it was a bit more involved. I can understand where people are put off w/CD'ing, especially if they don't have a strong stomach. I think it's great that you are giving it another try! Maybe invest in a few AIO's (they will take longer to dry, FYI), hybrids, &/or liners! Pockets are way more involved (I do love mine, though). :)
mzkitkat80 6 days ago
I love my cloth Diapers and I have read almost everything their is to know about them along with care and brands all 9 months while prego. From Diaper Creams, to presoaking new inserts, Liners, to strippin Diapers. If anyone is looking to throw in the towl email me and I will do my best to help you stay on track to help the world and keep you baby Chemical free.
TheBabysleep 1 week ago
Thanks for your honesty! Good points made. I am expecting twins and want to TRY cding. It is more for cost effectiveness at this point. You made me think though especially about night changes and how that will effect us. My husband has little knowledge of cding so he is a little skeptical but supportive. You gave some things to think about though I do still play to at least try.
sommersaving 1 week ago
Instead of bashing if you are successful with CD why not give some tips. Being a new mom is hard. I did try CD but they were the old fashion ones. Never could get that right. The new ones seem a lot better but that is still a big commitment. I am curious how does this work if the child is in daycare? Do they allow these?
bobe1997 1 week ago
Disposable or cloth, you really should be emptying solids into the toilet anyway. Fecal matter is not supposed to be going into landfills.
Cheknnudol 2 weeks ago
@Cheknnudol really i didn't know that but thanks !
sweetangelnpali 1 week ago
I don't see why being honest caused such b*tchyness, you even said cloth is great but it wasn't for you, I could understand if you were on here saying oh cloth is SH*T. Wow big deal you went to disposables, the people commenting were in sposies when they were babies! Good for you giving it another shot, my tips would be no rinsing the poo, when it's hard enough you can fling it into the toilet, (around 6months old), every 6 months 'strip' them, (basically a loooong soak and rinse til all the so
TheJessybear87 2 weeks ago
are they for sale?
XxMichellexX19 2 weeks ago
@XxMichellexX19 we're expecting #2 any day now and have decided to give CD another go. We're going to try not rinsing poopiness and instead just throwing them in the wash. Believe me, I'd love for this to work out! Wish us luck!
sedelman2 2 weeks ago
@sedelman2 If you're breastfeeding exclusively, there's no need to rinse the poo out before washing . (breastmilk poo is water soluble.) :) But once you start introducing solids or if you formula feed, you need to rinse the diapers into the toilet. (Or try getting disposable liners, baby poos on those and you can just toss them!) I hope the cloth works out this time around. :)
catielove00 1 week ago
@sedelman2 Just an idea. I use and love my bumGenius and Flip diapers. (My husband prefers the Flip because they don't need stuffed--easier for his big hands.) BUT, I use disposable at night (on my almost 2 year old). I also don't stuff the diapers until I use them because I don't know how I want them stuffed (double/triple absorption) ahead of time. And congrats on the new baby! I'm expecting #3 any day.
seansvid 5 days ago
I'm sorry cloth didn't work out for you! But definitely respect your opinion. You're right, it definitely is a commitment and a lifestyle choice. At least you tried!
tysonfarmer 2 weeks ago
Sorry this didn't work out for you. Didn't read all the comments, someone might have touched on this already. It sounds like poopy diapers where what did it for you, and unfortunately, you may have been misinformed on how to deal with them. It is NOT necessary to remove poo from a diaper until the baby is on formula/solids. When we started solids, there was a short period (~2mos) of yuck factor, but her poos quickly became solid enough they just plopped off into the toilet. No big deal!
zapzpzee 3 weeks ago
I think it's cool that you spoke your mind. I have 2 girls and use disposable. And I have family members and friends that are ALL ABOUT CLOTH. And it sort of made me feel less than for not doing the organic, more natural thing.. lol. And well everyone has different life styles. I for one, if I find something to add more stress to my life (and kids and a husband can do that all on it's own at times lol) then it just isn't worth it. Being a mom is hard work. Especially with little ones.
myleadcompanysus 3 weeks ago
I've done the throw away diaper thing for 19 months and I just changed over to cloth. first I bought 1 and it worked great then 2 more, still working great. Today I have 4 more cloth diapers coming in from amazon. I love saving money and avoiding the chemical diapers. Also I like having less trash to throw away. I respect that you think it's not for you but you may change your mind some day or maybe you can resell them on e bay to some one who wants them. :-)
bluediamond2077 3 weeks ago
@bluediamond2077 We still use throw aways as of now . We kind of have a idea when there will be poo so we time it and put her in a throw away thouse times. We went from using 9 throw away diapers a day to using 3 a day that way. We have been doing this for 2 weeks now. it's going to be much easier not doing so much wash with the 4 more we are getting today.
bluediamond2077 3 weeks ago
@bluediamond2077 What a great idea. Why not put your babe on the potty though? Look up elimination communication. Sounds like you're already fairly in tune with your baby. :)
thisismyutoob 3 weeks ago
I'm sorry but you just sound like a lazy #$@! that doesn't care about your own kid's health that alone the waste in our planet. I think that instead of watching dumb tv programs or reading dumb magazines you read more documentaries on how your laziness is affecting other people. JUST PUTTING IT OUT THERE. ;)
amuchi51 3 weeks ago
@amuchi51 I'd invite you to look at your own decisions (parenting or otherwise) and how they might be imperfect, rather than attacking others. But it seems you enjoy the latter. Not sure how good that is for humanity as a whole. JUST PUTTING IT OUT THERE ;)
sedelman2 3 weeks ago 5
@sedelman2, thanks for your honesty. I'm sorry that some people are just incredibly mean about issues like... diapers. Is it really necessary to call someone a lazy "#$@?" Wow, it makes me wonder, is attacking someone on the internet, calling someone dumb & lazy "helping our planet?" I think raising our kids in an environment with compassion, humility and love is MUCH better than being "environmental friendly."
Joannedashulamite 2 weeks ago
@Joannedashulamite isn't it weird how we can take something that's supposed to benefit the world and turn it into a reason to bash each other? Something is definitely wrong with this picture.
sedelman2 2 weeks ago
I totally understand your decision not to. It isn't for everyone. I myself love it. When I wash the poop off, I do it totally different. It takes me next to no time at all. I maybe wash my diapers once or twice a week. There is a lot you have to remember for them though and it is good for you to get some of it out there. You should have mentioned things like you can't use powder, or most butt creams with them. And most of all, it does take getting used to..but does save a lot of money.
bellemom06 3 weeks ago
When I was pregnant with my first baby I wanted to do cloth diapering. I got told all the time that after a few weeks I'd HAE it....WRONG!!! 2 years and 2 children later I still cloth diaper! I love it and have even had friends who decided to cloth diaper as well.
It's not for everyone, but I personally LOVE it!!!!
crystalstar83 4 weeks ago
Mydaughtermyworld
Bruisinblade 1 month ago
Your afraid of a little extra work is all it boils down to.
udder777 1 month ago
@udder777 I wouldn't say I'm afraid. I'd say I've just decided not to. We all make decisions about how to allocate our time and CD for me didn't make the cut. Take a look at you own life and personal decisions you've made. Do you have NO carbon footprint? Are all your clothes ethically manufactured?
sedelman2 4 weeks ago
@sedelman2 Don't pay that slag any further attention. You made the decision that is best for you and your family. Trust me, when it's time to apply for college or get a job, NEVER have I seen "We only hire those babies who were exclusively cloth diapered." anywhere on an application. You do what YOU want. By the time the baby is potty trained it will be a distant memory anyway. Good for you for being honest.
BandNewHolly 4 weeks ago
@sedelman2 The pockets are a pain. Big time. We're in process of selling a lot of our pockets for fitteds (basically snap on underpants that you put a cover on).
bumgenius were awful for us.
You throw everything in a pail and just dump in the laundry. You don't stuff, you don't unstuff for laundry.
If you breastfeed, the poo doesn't need to be sprayed either.
Sorry you had a bad experience. If you want some help listing them on the swap to recoup some of your expense, I'll show you how.
susanschool 3 weeks ago
@sedelman2 And don't feel bad. There's too much mommy guilt as is.
susanschool 3 weeks ago
@udder777 LAY OFF OF HER. Not everything is for EVERYONE. I commend her for being honest. NOT to mention, having a newborn at home is enough work. AND if disposable diapers were so bad, it wouldn't be a billion dollar business. TO EACH THEIR OWN and shame on you for criticizing her for doing what SHE feels is best for her child.
BandNewHolly 4 weeks ago
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I applaud and really like your video. What works for you and your family is what works for you and your family!! For me and my family, cloth diapering is key; and we really wouldn't switch to buying disposables regularly. But that's us.
In the long run, it's just a matter of what is more important and beneficial to your family. Saving your sanity and time spent doing other Mommy things (a long to do list anyway), is just as wonderful. :)
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mellyann84 1 month ago
Oh I DEFINITELY hear you. I actually made a quick video that Cloth diapers ARE a shitload more work then disposables. People on Youtube like to make it sound like they aren't as much work as they truly are. When I am spending my time rinsing crap...I definitely would rather be doing 100 other things and when my son is in the odd disposable and happens to crap in it, I almost want to throw a party that I don't have to rinse it. It's a TON of work, and it's hard, and it'snot for everyone!
mydaughtermyworld 1 month ago
Im worried about sloppy poop.
kekedj214 1 month ago
I'm sorry but I find your comment about cloth being SO much extra work ridiculous. I had my son when my husband was in Afghanistan. I've been using cloth on him since he was 2 months old. I would have started sooner but he was born really sick and in the NICU. I was a new mom to a newborn with a husband in a war zone and yet I maganaged to use cloth just fine. It's just extra laundry.
And yes they don't hold as much as paper diapers because they aren't made with nasty chemicals.
WifeOfMarine11 1 month ago
just a consideration but you could have tried the Bummis shells with a prefold diaper & a disposible liner. You would simply fold the diaper in thirds, place it on the shell, tear off a disposible biodigradable Flushable liner for the last layer and put it on the baby like a disposible. when it's time to change you flush the yucky liner, put the prefold in a wet bag & reuse the wrap. Every 3 days you upend the wet bag in the wash, rinse once on cold add detergent and wash & rinse again and dry!
kahlanmanske 1 month ago
I'm sorry that cloth diapers weren't for you. We use them and LOVE them, but I know they certainly aren't for everybody. You're still a great mom even if you don't CD your baby!
last100days 1 month ago 11
OH! And if you read the directions on disposable diapers, you are not supposed to put human waste in the trash can, it is supposed to be shaken into the toilet... so that not any different. It contaminates the ground water supply.
MamaLaLaX2 1 month ago 2
@MamaLaLaX2 right, except that I'd say most people don't do that.
sedelman2 1 month ago
@sedelman2 Sadly no they don't. I can't tell you how many times I've had to get on my own mother for this.
MamaLaLaX2 1 month ago
@sedelman2 most people are breaking the law and being environmentally irresponsible. thanks for that.
queerly 1 month ago
You were washing each individual diaper?!?! No offense, but I think you were doing something incorrectly. If you have a diaper pail and an AIO (no stuffing required) cloth diaper the ONLY difference between cloth and disposable is 1 load of laundry every other day. I'm sorry you had a bad experience. If anyone watching this is still considering cloth diapering please continue to do research, there are TONS of resources just on youtube alone that show you how ease it is.
MamaLaLaX2 1 month ago
@MamaLaLaX2 that would be hilarious if I was washing each individual diaper. And by hilarious I mean horrific. No, these diapers require un-stuffing and re-stuffing after each laundry load. I think that it's totally okay for people to decide cloth diapers aren't for them. We all chose ways to make our lives easier even if they aren't the most eco-conscious.
sedelman2 1 month ago
@sedelman2 LOL, sorry it just sounded like you were washing after every diaper change. I myself don't like pockets, except for at night so I have a wopping total of 3 in my stash. I'm prefer and AI2 where you can reuse the cover or even put in a biodegradable insert and just throw that out. GroVia is amazing! Surprising enough or not my husband prefers prefolds and covers, he thinks they are the easiest, not to mention the cheapest, so maybe you could look into that for the new baby. Good luck.
MamaLaLaX2 1 month ago
just put them in a bag and send the to north carolina :) i'm trying to use them but i only have 8 and OBVIOUSLY thats not enough! :)
adc84sac03 1 month ago
don't feel bad...most new parents buy a lot of stuff they don't need or will ever use when they have their first baby....i for one love disposable diapers.... they make life a lot easier, especially in the middle of the night....
cezardoborn 1 month ago
thanks for your review! I part-time cloth diaper our son. At home it is very easy however I did not feel that way when he was a newborn. It's quite a burden when we were changing him 10-12 times a day. Now at 6 months he fits the cloth diapers much better and I actually have more blow out accidents in disposables than in the cloth. I also agree that I don't like the pocket diapers-having to stuff and unstuff-not fun but I love my AIOs. Lastly, when out and about disposables are just easier.
marthadiaz 1 month ago
I love cloth nappies. They have really helped with my son's rash. But each to their own. At least you gave them a go. Hopefully you will be able to sell them and get back some of your money.
coraliechen 1 month ago
LOL when your son is eating the insert haha priceless!!! :)
girlygirlmommy1 2 months ago
ps please try a diff kind of cloth diaper, you would be amazed the difference it makes when you find the system that's right for you. there are tons of choices! give it a chance.
Peacho19 2 months ago
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medibosanac 2 months ago
did you breastfeed? breastfed poop can go in the washer it comes out like yogurt.
Peacho19 2 months ago
I line all my diapers with flush-able liners because of poo. That way I just pull the liner out flush it and wash the diaper. easy. But it is up to you.
heartcutter 2 months ago
Since you are trying them again with number two will you be trying other things to make the experience better for your family? It seems like messing with the inserts both while dirty and stuffing them after where your main issues.. Have you looked into a tongue style brand? We have some totsbots in our stash and you don't ever have to touch the dirty insert, and since it is attached to the diaper stuffing them is fast.. the Velcro is also much better then on the BG. You could also try liners (o
ZandersMommy2011 2 months ago
I'm a single dad that works 55 hours a week. I do laundry 1 day a week. I'm afraid piling up all those diapers for 6 days wouldn't benefit anybody.
tanky5theo 2 months ago
I'm going to try cloth on my 3rd child. I want to see how it is. Thank you for the honesty though. At least I know I better get ready to put in some work! ...lol...Thanks!
alp2004life 2 months ago
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Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
MrGeraldburt 2 months ago
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Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
MrGeraldburt 2 months ago
WOW!! This proves most Americans would rather save time and spend more money just to have the lazy way out. Just imagine NO washing machine and NO dryer, HAND WASH ONLY. I can hear them know,,, OOOOOO IKKKYYY. DO MORE RESEARCH YOU WILL SEE THAT DISPOSABLES ARE NOT SAFE FOR YOU, YOUR BABY.OR THE ENVIRONMENT. OH yeah Peace is not cool. It is better just to say God Bless. Amen
MrGeraldburt 2 months ago
Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
MrGeraldburt 2 months ago
@MrGeraldburt not trying to be critical? You might want to take another look at your post.
sedelman2 2 months ago
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Not trying to be critical only informative. Changing and washing diapers is nothing considering the health and future of the child. In lots of countries they use flour sacks for diapers. NOW your talking about a mess and no washing machine or dryer either. Praise God for being in America and having better cloth diapers.
MrGeraldburt 2 months ago
@MrGeraldburt do you grow all your own food or only buy organic local?? Do you always take public transportation or ride your bike? Have you never used a plastic bag? Are you completely sustainable in every way? I invite you not to throw stones my friend lest you see you too live in a glass house.
sedelman2 2 months ago
booo hoooo hooooo dont have any more kids please, ya wus
monjiaitaly 2 months ago
@monjiaitaly it must be nice to never struggle with anything. I applaud your strength.
sedelman2 2 months ago
@monjiaitaly btw, I plan on having 10 more and will use disposables on all of them! And I'll buy all their clothes at WalMart and we'll eat McDonalds everyday! All just to spite you.
sedelman2 2 months ago
@sedelman2 Wow that's... mature. Really?
tayboox33 2 months ago
@tayboox33 of course not you silly. It's called a "joke."
sedelman2 1 month ago
@monjiaitaly agreed
Peacho19 2 months ago
Cloth diapers don't work. Buy disposable and save yourself a headache.
medibosanac 2 months ago
@medibosanac I never meant to imply they don't work, in fact I certainly say otherwise. My point was just that there is, as with everything, no "one size fits all solution" and the same goes for this. It's just not for me.
sedelman2 2 months ago
@medibosanac they dn't work? how so?
Peacho19 2 months ago
@Peacho19 I am a working dad. I cannot be washing 40 diapers a day. Also, after having my son in cloth diapers for about a week he developed such a rash that went away with paper diapers. Also, it seems that paper diapers not only hold moisture (like cloth diapers) but the gel within them deactivate liquid thus keeping it away from baby's butt. Now if I didn't work full time I might feel differently. Good luck to you.
medibosanac 2 months ago
@medibosanac there are many kinds of cloth diapers that work similar to wick away moisture as a disposable might, for example fleece lined wicks moisture away you just have to do a little research. you could also look into a diaper service that picks up your dirty diapers and brings you clean ones. also there are many ways to deal with and avoid rashes with cloth diapers. honestly i only have to do two to three more loads of laundry a week with our cloth diapering.. that simple.
Peacho19 2 months ago
@Peacho19 I am aware of all those services. However, I don't see any benefit to cloth diapers. Actually, I think they are detriment to skin health of babies. I know I will incur some strong comments from cloth diaper supporters, but there I said it :).
medibosanac 2 months ago
@medibosanac the smile at the end is highly indicative of trolling. :) a troll can always spot another!
however if you are any bit serious and for others who might read this, i say rethink your previous comments about working full time/being too busy for cloth diapers when you obviously have time to spend on youtube. :) there are countless benefits to cloth but unfortunately it takes some research and a lack of ignorance to see that.
Peacho19 2 months ago
@Peacho19 Let's analyze your comments. You state that if I am serious I would need to rethink my comments. You also state that it takes research and lack of ignorance to see that. Why would you say that? What makes you think that I did not research the subject myself? So, if I have a differing opinion from yours, do you think that I am ignorant, did not research the subject, and not serious about it? Please reread your previous post and then research narcissism (may help you). Happy holidays.
medibosanac 2 months ago
@medibosanac i say that because after stating you do not see the benefits, the reasons for that would only be ignorance, no effort in researching, just accepting your own reality, or you must be kidding. the benefits are obvious, not just a matter of opinion but fact.
Peacho19 2 months ago
@Peacho19 I am taking higher road and will not further respond to your comments. This is a proven way to deal with narcissistic patients. Good day.
medibosanac 2 months ago
@medibosanac narcissism has nothing to do with being a cloth diaper and natural parenting advocate. the goal is to eduate parents on how easy and great it actually can be.
Peacho19 2 months ago
@medibosanac may i suggest researching what a "system" is? it is much more simple to refer to it as that rather than..."A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole, in particular. 2. A set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network"
there are many kinds of cloth diapers, so there are many different ways to go about it, is that not the definition of a "system"?
also, i am neither 19 nor do i work at mcdonalds. are you demented?
Peacho19 2 months ago
@medibosanac finally, after visiting your channel it all makes sense. just because you watch a few videos on "narcissists" doesn't mean that every person you come across that views you as ignorant is a narcissist. you have some sort of complex? LOL
Peacho19 2 months ago
@medibosanac ps diapers should be changed often and quickly, regardless of cloth vs disposable so the moisture effect on the skin is not the issue if that's what is done. the care of the diapers themselves makes the biggest difference on how the baby's skin will react aside from individual skin sensitivity. a disposable has health benefits over the chemical free and natural fibers of cloth diapers? i bet babies just love having plastic and chemicals strapped to their bums!
Peacho19 2 months ago
@medibosanac The rash was most likely from ammonia which often results from the diapers not being thoroughly cleaned in the wash. It can sometimes be a chore to find a detergent that is suited to your water type (hard water especially)
And, FYI, the gel in the sposies was taken out of feminine care products in the 80's after it was found to cause asthma, cancer, & infertility (particularly in males)
Cloth isn't for everyone but I don't think it's fair to say they "don't work."
BoutiqueMomma 1 month ago
@BoutiqueMomma They might've taken out the gel from feminine products, but there are still dioxins them, which are linked to causing endometriosis. I don't use them anymore (as I've switched myself to cloth), and I haven't had cramps (which sent me to the hospital for a ton of hydrocodone) since :)
And to not be completely off topic, you're right. Cloth isn't for everyone (like my brother), but it doesn't mean that they don't work. Some people love it (like me!), and others hate it.
QueenLucyThe2nd 1 month ago
Thanks for your honesty! I have been cloth diapering for two babies and occasionally used disposables, but each time I did my boys bum would get chemical burns. I guess I think the trade off of the time and energy of cleaning them versus the time of healing for the burn! Yuck chemicals!
luvmylab80 2 months ago
I am glad with your honest opinion. Thank you for not completely bashing clothing and stating just what you feel it is not right. It is a lifestyle and I am very glad for you honesty.
loveramongstars 2 months ago
I think it's pretty much to each their own!!! Your right it is a lifestyle, and people should do what works best for their families!! Personally I switched to cloth late and love it.. I love the savings, and the environment aspect of it,but their are other ways to help the environment as well!!!!
aphroditesstar79 3 months ago
Some folks just have the money to continuely buy diapers. Not a good economy for disposable anymore.
ummabdurrahman1 3 months ago
@ummabdurrahman1 we all chose to spend money in different ways. Doesn't mean we have a lot of it.
sedelman2 2 months ago
At least you were honest. I love my cloth! I actually like doing laundry though and I breast feed so I can just chuck the diaper straight into the wash though, if it's a particularly poopy diaper, I will stray it off with the diaper sprayer.
clickertrainer22 4 months ago
it really is a life style and depends on the person. i know for me i LOVE my cloth diapers and i LOVE washing and folding and stuffing. it is def. for me! but i know for a lot of people it isn't.
jennayoung99 4 months ago
@jennayoung99 that's so awesome! I thought I would be like you and felt sad that I wasn't. But it's so great to hear cloth works so well for you! Congrats!
sedelman2 2 months ago
thank you so much for your honest opinon! that is the whole point right! it's really appreciated! and i think i may feel the same way...
lostinwondering 4 months ago
If you breastfeed you don't have to rinse your diapers....I bet most do but you don't have to if they are breastfed...just do a prerinse. Also there are insert things that you can put it that gets the poop, idk what they are called though
fattiecane 5 months ago
@sedelman2 You do realise that it is illegal to put poopy diapers in a landfill? so you still need to kinda deal with it, its written in TINY writing on the sides
USMCBaby2011 5 months ago 2
@USMCBaby2011 I don't think I know one person who puts the poop from their baby's disposable diaper in the toilet.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Thanks for not bashing cloth but stating your opinion in a nice way :) You're right, cloth isn't for everyone and every family and that's fine, don't feel bad about making the best decision for you and your family.
It took us a while to get into the swing of things while using cloth (we started when our son was 10 days old), and I'm very happy and content with it and it's second nature to us now. In the beginning, it was daunting and difficult to manage at times! You're not alone! :)
holleew 6 months ago
I think, like most new things, it's going to take a while until it works out right. Getting advice and trying different things out, you may have found a method that works for you instead of giving up and doing a complete switch. But, all in all, I know lots of women who whould not attempt cloth diapers because of all the extra work etc. It's the same for lots of things that require work.. it's not for everyone lol.
Milknhoney83 7 months ago
@Milknhoney83 this is the only thing I wish I had heard more of, that it really is an investment of time. I felt most people were so eager to espouse the benefits of cloth they glossed over the time and work (and let's be frank here, grossness) of cloth diapers. I think if I had gone into it with more information it wouldn't have been such a shock.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Great news is that your investment in cloth diapers won't be hard to resell and get a good portion of that money back (probably half of the cost you paid for them.) I bet most of the people who watched this video would be happy to purchase them off you if you decided to post an email link etc.
Milknhoney83 7 months ago
Sure, it does take a lot of commitment with cloth diapers, but I'd rather save thousands of dollars by buying cloth :) I'd also rather not put those chemicals against my baby's skin. But, cloth diapers aren't for everyone, like you said :)
QueenLucyThe2nd 7 months ago
@QueenLucyThe2nd We live in a big city, so our son is exposed to pollution. He also drinks out of cups and eats off plastic plates we bought at IKEA that most likely contain carcinogens (not to mention were manufactured by people who weren't paid a living wage.) I have even let him WATCH TV which is teaching him a passive, sedentary lifestyle and shortening his attention span. But you're right, i guess we all choose what we're willing to tolerate and I'm sure you'd tolerate none of that.
sedelman2 2 months ago
@sedelman2 Actually, I see nothing wrong with TV :) Doesn't mean one should sit a child in front of it for most of the day, but watching TV just in general isn't wrong at all lol I can't even remember my original comment was on here, but as time passes on, I just learn more and more about what works for people and what doesn't, and that it won't always be what /I/ like or what /I/ do :) It's their choice. Obviously, cloth diapers don't work for you; not everyone likes them, and that's just fine.
QueenLucyThe2nd 1 month ago
It was thoughtful of you to share this video <3 thanks for putting it out there!
Angelalalynn 7 months ago
I didn't switch to cloth diapers until my son was over a year. We switched because of diaper rashes and sensitivity to the disposables. Like you said, It's a total commitment! But we are happy we switched. I think it's good you gave it a try and thank you for posting your experience.
Peace!
Gracelovefaith1 7 months ago
I actually just started using cloth diapers on my 7 mth old & am having another baby in about 5 mnths. LOL. I think its gonna save us a ton of money and im actually enjoying it. I think they look adorable on my baby girl. Also, I think I make it harder on myself because I hand wash them rather than taking the cloths to the laundry mat. But I do it cuz I hate dragging cloths and a baby & being pregnant to the laundry mat. It just seems easier washing them inside my apartment by hand. :)
mbb14z 8 months ago
I appreciate your point view. I am glad that you are making this video for some people who feel as you do. I just wanted to point out that NOT all cloth diapers have to be stuffed and unstuffed. There are cloth diapers that are all one piece. I personally hate pocket diapers myself, for the reason you mentioned. If people are worried about the stuffing, just know there are other options out there.
HeartMyKPop 8 months ago
@HeartMyKPop this is a really good point. I did research and made a purchase based on what seemed best made and most effective (against leaks, etc.) but there are other things to consider, fer sure.
sedelman2 2 months ago
The first thing I thought about when wanting to start cloth diapering was "There's going to be a lot of laundry to do, and I am horrible at keeping up with it!" But I am determined to do it! Actually really excited. Not sure If I'd do it with a newborn, but my son is a toddler and he doesn't go threw diapers too much, so this shouldn't be too difficult.
TheBrittbrat2341 9 months ago
@TheBrittbrat2341 best of luck!
sedelman2 2 months ago
Your still suposed to flush the poo from sposies hun
DeanaArends 9 months ago
@DeanaArends I don't know anyone that flushes the poo from disposables... Just wrap 'em up and throw them away.
QueenLucyThe2nd 7 months ago
@DeanaArends you're right, hun, but i don't know anyone who does.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Also middle of the night you don't need to change if you use a very good quality fitted with a good cover, unless there is poop.
Cathie111 10 months ago
@Cathie111 otherwise there was leakage. Even with double stuffed. Another reason disposable would have been nice.
sedelman2 2 months ago
I never spray or scrape poo off...there's no real need when you have a newborn. When baby is on solids, if you change your rinse cycle to a cold wash cycle (no detergent), the agitation will take care of the "peanut butter" stuff. Anything that will fall out, just plop into the toilet. And you don't need to remove the insert when washing if you do not have a high efficiency washer.
Cathie111 10 months ago
@Cathie111 WISH I WOULD HAVE KNOWN THIS. Might give it a try to see how it goes. Minus pre-washing and stuffing/unstuffing this process might be bearable.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Good for you for giving it an honest effort! I personally love my cloth and don't mind spraying and washing but I really do think that for some people they really are just not going to work. Thank you, however, for not totally bashing cloth diapers and for being so kind to them in general! Your son is adorable BTW.
lefthandedclogger 10 months ago
@lefthandedclogger what a really sweet response. Thanks. I appreciate not being bashed for having a difference of opinion.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Where you cloth nappy using in the UAE?
cassieconnell 11 months ago
@cassieconnell why not? My intention was to save resources. Doesn't matter what country you're in. We're all part of a larger global community.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Want to sell me your diapers? Message me if you still have them!
sendmejuice 11 months ago
@sendmejuice we do still have them and are ironically going to try them again on #2 which is expected in Feb! Irony of ironies!
sedelman2 2 months ago 3
@sedelman2 I see your planning to try cloth again. Have you thought about trying a different style? I know when I started CDing, I thought I was going to love OS pockets. Now I HATE stuffing them and they are my least favorite. For us, All-in-2s where a better choice. Also, have you thought about flushable diaper liners? I haven't tried them yet., but have heard they make things easier. We're planning to use them at night and on the go with baby #3.
luvaunie 2 months ago
I love my cloth diapers! They take a little work but if you think of it as benefiting your child the little extras are certainly worth it. I have 3 children and hope that someday they choose to cloth diaper their children as we did for them.
P.S. If you want to relieve yourself of your cloth diapers, we are more then welcoming to take them in, lol!
mumarabbit 11 months ago
Thanks for being so honest, its good to have differant opinions and cloth diapers probably are not for everyone. I am gonna try them but I will probably not invest that much into them until I know I want to do it.Thumbs up for trying!
SimpleHappyification 11 months ago
Sorry, but I just can't help but getting distracted by that cameo baby! He's just so darn cute. Where do you guys get these neat clothes for him anyways?
Personally I would consider an Abu Dhabi way - hire a help to wash the diaper cloths!
sgnail 11 months ago
@sgnail brilliant idea. Seriously.
sedelman2 2 months ago
Well it is your choice. But by law you still have to put poo in the toilet.
kidstwomany 11 months ago
@kidstwomany thanks for reluctantly agreeing that yes, I do in fact have a choice. That's kind of you.
sedelman2 2 months ago