tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post5111613252944165713..comments2024-03-28T09:28:36.979-05:00Comments on My Life in Transition: CD debate part 1Julia Gooliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13784248013181090775noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-48224748141122044982009-12-09T18:21:56.118-06:002009-12-09T18:21:56.118-06:00Not a Mom yet, but want to thank you in advance fo...Not a Mom yet, but want to thank you in advance for helping our environment. <br />A couple other "things" I've heard about disposables. It takes longer to potty train because disposables pull moisture away and kids sit in their own stuff longer. And they don't breath which could 'possibly' be a factor in slow or low swimmers later in life. <br /><br />Cloth diapering sounds worth it to me!Nikkihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04088103005025176008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-6398871955556526342009-12-08T19:18:59.214-06:002009-12-08T19:18:59.214-06:00If I EVER get knocked up, I plan on cloth diaperin...If I EVER get knocked up, I plan on cloth diapering. I did a bit of research, and am a fan of g diapers. Good for you, my fellow tree hugger!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-28477823933119859632009-12-06T19:22:35.585-06:002009-12-06T19:22:35.585-06:00Also, I highly recommend the St. Louis based websi...Also, I highly recommend the St. Louis based website cottonbabies.comMollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12699466064287061628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-26521754281810794452009-12-06T19:21:55.597-06:002009-12-06T19:21:55.597-06:00Great post. We use bum genius one size and have 19...Great post. We use bum genius one size and have 19 diapers- we wash them about every 24-36 hours. We couldn't be happier, but this is our first so we haven't really known differently. I think it would be another story if we started with disposables and moved to cloth. My one recommendation though is that both people have to be on board with cd- it is obviously more work than disposable and it helps to take turns washing/stuffing.Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12699466064287061628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-74863708772584882122009-12-03T15:05:07.966-06:002009-12-03T15:05:07.966-06:00I LOVE cloth diapering. I got a lot of smack from...I LOVE cloth diapering. I got a lot of smack from others who thought I was crazy for using them on our son but I am so glad I took the risk. It's easy teasy as they say. I wish more people would use them. They save you tons of money plus help the planet a little bit too.<br /><br />I opted for the bumgenius AIO (snappys & velcro) just because I wanted to make diapering as easy as possible. I plan to use them on our future bambinos so the cost for them will go down with each new child.<br /><br />I have 32 diapers in use & have to do diaper laundry approx every 2.5 days. When they start to look a little stained, I throw in a scoop of (generic) oxyclean to help them out. <br /><br />My hubby worried at 1st about poop getting on his clothes but honestly, when you do a pre-wash plus extra rinse on the diapers, there's not going to be anything left over in the washer that could get on the next load of clothes.KMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06099757219995812431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-61596414875580253632009-12-01T22:14:05.533-06:002009-12-01T22:14:05.533-06:00Having had no children, I have no strong opinion o...Having had no children, I have no strong opinion on this matter yet. However, another blogger I read strongly advocates Fuzzi Bunz cloth diapers, and his post might be helpful for you.<br /><br />http://pacingthepanicroom.blogspot.com/search?q=fuzzi+bunzAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-35060520420725767912009-12-01T20:13:00.702-06:002009-12-01T20:13:00.702-06:00I don't have children, so I can't help alo...I don't have children, so I can't help along those lines. But I will say that using cloth diapers definitely sounds more difficult, which is probably why a lot of people don't do it. However, if you think that you can do it and feel strongly about it more power to you! I think its a great idea! Who cares what anybody else thinks, its all about your family and your lifestyle.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17380756714338056519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-72465464320177705762009-12-01T19:30:09.748-06:002009-12-01T19:30:09.748-06:00Keenan loves his cloth diapers. Save a ton of $$ ...Keenan loves his cloth diapers. Save a ton of $$ and babies look so cute in them. We have a potty pail to spray the diapers b/c it grossed me out leaving poop in the diapers - even if it was breastmilk poop - the best investment!! Now that he is eating solids it is even easier - just plop it in the toilet! Next time in STL check out cottonbabies - they have a website. They sell bumgenious in bundles. I hear it is a mecca for cloth diapering fools like myself.lovegetssweetereverydayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06010411677879612295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-19475009464788224262009-12-01T19:12:25.658-06:002009-12-01T19:12:25.658-06:00excellent points, ladies. Thanks for more links to...excellent points, ladies. Thanks for more links to more research, too! It's pretty exciting to think about.<br /><br />And today at work I had a moment where poo was literally dripping down my patient's legs onto the floor and I was almost knee deep in it. As I cleaned that up I thought to myself, yep...I can handle teeny little baby poop if I can do this and still smile:)Julia Gooliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13784248013181090775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-28349832756608504262009-12-01T19:04:14.570-06:002009-12-01T19:04:14.570-06:00Do it! I'm all for cloth diapering. My mom use...Do it! I'm all for cloth diapering. My mom used cloths for us and it seems like they've REALLY come a long way since then. Plus, we have a pretty kickass high efficiency washer, so I think it will be no problem.<br /><br />The first question that came to mind was whether your daycare would deal with it and since they will, I say you should do it! You can always end up using disposables if you decide it's too much work. And, as far as scraping poo--is it really going to be that different than wiping the baby in the first place? Or picking up Henry's poop from the yard?sierrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01195880535901751144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-57599039235836081652009-12-01T18:33:07.273-06:002009-12-01T18:33:07.273-06:00I'm totally for cloth diapering!
'spoies...I'm totally for cloth diapering! <br /><br />'spoies are yucky -- we had to use them for the first couple of weeks, because Little Boy was too small for the cloth. <br /><br />We use only the Bum Genius One Size -- they are awesome. and our quarterly water bills have not gone up that much -- maybe $10 a quarter. No biggie. <br /><br />The trouble is that some of the fluff is so cute that you buy a lot anyway! :) But, definitely not as much as with 'spoies. <br /><br />We use a diaper sprayer -- a sprayer attached to the toilet. Spray everything into the toilet and flush! It works really well and I think that Jake made our sprayer for $20. <br /><br />Go for it! You won't regret it! <br /><br />Some links for you: <br /><br />http://www.clothdiaperwhisperer.com<br />http://www.diaperpin.com<br />http://www.clothdiaperclearance.com<br /><br />:)Ryan and Max's Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12763260513037637985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-52071458648240025222009-12-01T17:51:10.157-06:002009-12-01T17:51:10.157-06:00No flak from me. We will likely cloth diaper as w...No flak from me. We will likely cloth diaper as well. I am not sure how it will work out since I am super busy without a child as is, but if we don't go the cloth route we will do organic sposies.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-53334608284799717782009-12-01T16:28:05.175-06:002009-12-01T16:28:05.175-06:00We will be cloth diapering. I can't really say...We will be cloth diapering. I can't really say I ever considered using disposables. My mom cloth diapered us and I grew up helping her cloth diaper my siblings. My reasons are all of those that you mentioned as well as those that others mentioned. I can see the benefit of using disposables when traveling or out for the afternoon. However, my plan is to use flushable liners when necessary. One website that was extremely helpful for me in deciding what type of diapers to go with was http://www.greenmountaindiapers.com/. Like you I am a huge researcher and wanted to have as much info as possible before deciding which to go with.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17578404249154854687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-63982001245277405862009-12-01T13:53:30.218-06:002009-12-01T13:53:30.218-06:00Oh, and one more thing...if you are into couponing...Oh, and one more thing...if you are into couponing and rewards (like Extra Care Bucks @ CVS) you can get (name brand) diapers for a couple dollars a pack if not for free! I RARELY (and hate doing it) pay full price for diapers!!! Walgreens is great too for cheap (or free) baby stuff!Ole Miss Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01639694091682466684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-79626924937073592032009-12-01T13:40:45.652-06:002009-12-01T13:40:45.652-06:00I love our cloth diapers. I don't mind the ext...I love our cloth diapers. I don't mind the extra laundry. With 6 people in our house I'm always washing anyway, so a couple extra loads a week doesn't phase me. The only thing I'd be careful of is not buying a whole stash of one kind of diapers right off the bat. Some people get lucky and buy a bunch of one thing and it works out fine, but for some people certain diapers don't work for one reason or another. If you are using prefolds with covers it's not as much of an issue since the prefolds can be folded and pinned to properly fit your baby and you aren't limited to the way the diaper is cut. Of course certain covers may fit your baby better than others, but buying a couple kinds of covers to try is easy and cheaper than a whole diapering system.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14482964720148264477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-6212452485432588542009-12-01T13:32:30.079-06:002009-12-01T13:32:30.079-06:00I would be willing to be there is a "learning...I would be willing to be there is a "learning curve" with CD. Getting a system down to really figure out if you like it. My cousin tried it and it just didn't work for her! Her kids were with parents/inlaws too much and then I know she had some problems with leaking. <br /><br />I'm pretty sure she would say just get a few at first until you knew FOR SURE you wanted to go completely cloth! <br /><br />I've never tried them but as a mom of 4 under 6 years old, the convenience factor of disposables is a no brainer for me. :-)Ole Miss Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01639694091682466684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-39678115970005727072009-12-01T13:31:42.372-06:002009-12-01T13:31:42.372-06:00I should start with saying I don't have babies...I should start with saying I don't have babies, BUT i have done lots of research on the topic and will, without question, be using cloth. i think it is an awesome choice and really a cloth diaper butt is just too cute to pass up! <br /><br />this is random and really none of my business, so take it or leave it... have you done as much research on how your labor will be dealt with and handled? i am mildly biased and liberal when it comes to these things, but i urge you to check into both the hospital and your doctor's policy on and rate of c-section. also their policies on induction, rupturing membranes,etc. i am all for women using epidurals, getting c-sections, etc, but you should be educated and sure that they are what you want or, in the case of c-section, actually need. <br /><br />the movie The Business of Being Born is a good one to get a little idea of why i sound like a crazy doctor hater. i assure you i am not, but sometimes old habits die hard. <br /><br />ok. down off my soap box. happy baby... keep putting on the pounds...your baby likes it!nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14686853464317087883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-70548873542883891412009-12-01T13:07:27.426-06:002009-12-01T13:07:27.426-06:00We are cloth diapering. For me, there wasn't ...We are cloth diapering. For me, there wasn't even anything to consider. The cost savings alone is enough for me to do it. But on top of that, I cringe at the thought of all the chemicals in disposables. I'm weird about chemicals in things (it's one huge reason I use eco-friendly/homemade cleaners) and to have them against my baby's skin all the time really freaks me out. So between those two things (not to mention better for the environment, easier to potty train, less diaper rash, etc.), I really never even saw disposables as an option.<br /><br />That said, I will be working part time, not full time, which definitely makes a difference. Also, I really feel like the fact that I get 12 weeks off (and you do too, right?) gives me a big advantage. At that point, I will be fully in the swing of things. I'll have a system down pat and I think that will make it much easier to continue doing once I'm back at work considering that I'll have 3 full months of CD'ing under my belt.<br /><br />And seriously, is there anything cuter than a little cloth diapered baby butt? I don't think so. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-39577130550411658672009-12-01T12:13:14.534-06:002009-12-01T12:13:14.534-06:00I most definitely could have written this post, as...I most definitely could have written this post, as I've seen the same charts, and have the same reasons for wanting to cd (it's about money, the environment will just be a nice benefit because of it). My husband is still wavering, but I've been collecting supplies and stuff. Through this site: http://babysteals.com/, I've been able to grab 6 packs of gdiapers in sm/med/lg for $50 each. I would have spent $270 more if I had bought all of them from wal-mart. <br /><br />We'll be switching off between the disposable liners and the cloth, which will cost a little bit more, but should help my husband ease into the transition. :)Jennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15820415812018249417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-38317558454781516582009-12-01T12:10:39.023-06:002009-12-01T12:10:39.023-06:00OH and I know you're not having a girl, but th...OH and I know you're not having a girl, but the little girl diapers have ruffles on the bum...LOVE it. So precious!Lynsey Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01059397765982305159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-36681745509935277762009-12-01T12:09:49.505-06:002009-12-01T12:09:49.505-06:00My sister starting using G diapers from Whole Food...My sister starting using G diapers from Whole Foods with her 2nd baby because of all the cute designs but quickly realized how much she's saved. G Diapers have a flushable insert so the only part you have to launder is the outer shell and protective plastic liner. Very easy and green! I will most definitely be using these someday.Lynsey Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01059397765982305159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-42410226783861747102009-12-01T12:04:24.498-06:002009-12-01T12:04:24.498-06:00Hey, you wanna see cute, check out the new mothere...Hey, you wanna see cute, check out the new motherease rainbow one size diapers (fits like 8-25lbs). i just bought some new aristocrats diaper covers (wool) for 1/2 price too, so there are some good deals out there to be had - but truth be told, i stick with my prefolds almost exclusively because of cost. i did buy some decent covers (Thirsties have cute colours that are a decent price & the motherease airflow snap covers are probably my favourite - though now with my wool, i'm not too sure anymore...)<br />As far as poop goes, when my son started getting the grosser poops, i opted for disposable liners. They make clean up a breeze (just dump the liner in the toilet & flush). Then you're also avoiding all those extra rinces too. i don't think i would still be cloth diapering without them.paigehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11879573441359515525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-10002514992105258722009-12-01T11:09:12.645-06:002009-12-01T11:09:12.645-06:00We are planning to cloth diaper as well. I've ...We are planning to cloth diaper as well. I've heard such great things about it, and the products they have out now are amazing!!Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14241204195441624655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-61548506238053390232009-12-01T10:46:17.091-06:002009-12-01T10:46:17.091-06:00I am a person of convenience so I admire all you c...I am a person of convenience so I admire all you cloth diaper people but also call you crazy...lol. Crazy good, not bad. The Earth needs more people like you, not us selfish people who love convenience. :)Sarah B.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08275564927380166304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-82567948144161621772009-12-01T10:33:38.833-06:002009-12-01T10:33:38.833-06:00I just had this converstaion with my Mom over the ...I just had this converstaion with my Mom over the Holiday Weekend. The Hubs and I are about 2 years away from having kids, but I am a planner and always have to do tons of research on whatever we are going to be doing. <br /><br />So, I am pretty set on CD. I think it is great, mostly because of the money saved. <br /><br />The Hubs and I were both CD babies. I am pretty sure that alot of our generation was. Not sure when eveyone started using disposables...but if they have used CD for most of time, I don't see why we can't stil do it. And not to mention, they are so much better now. No folding and using pins (which my mom still has for some odd reason). <br /><br />I can't wait to read all about your adventures in child-rearing!Haileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17971164849182623878noreply@blogger.com