So if you read Machine Washing Cloth Diapers Part 1, you'll know we touched on some factors to consider before beginning, including water hardness, detergent, and how to load your machine efficiently. Now let's get to the nitty gritty! If you remember the Handwashing Diapers post, you'll know that washing diapers can be broken down into... Continue Reading →
Machine Washing Cloth Diapers Part 1: Factors to Consider
Doing laundry in a washer seems pretty brainless, right? Throw some laundry in, add some detergent, push a button... *poof* clean laundry! Well, not necessarily. Cloth diapers present a much heavier degree of soil than standard laundry. While most laundry is forgiving to some extent, proper laundering is of utmost importance for cloth diapers. So... Continue Reading →
Cleaning the Hook & Loop on Cloth Diapers (aka Velcro®)
Hook & Loop is a wonderful invention, utilizing a combination of tiny plastic hooks and loops to create a strong bond that can easily be attached and removed repeatedly. People often call it by the popular brand that manufactures it, Velcro. In cloth diapering, hook and loop has proven very useful for it's ease-of-use, making cloth... Continue Reading →
*CLOSED* Free Giveaway! Smart Bottoms Jake’s Purpose Born Smart AiO Diaper!
CONGRATS TO THE WINNER!!!! Who doesn't like free diapers? Especially one you can use over and over again! This is the Born Smart diaper by Smart Bottoms, an organic cotton newborn all-in-one! And what about this exclusive print? Simply gorgeous, if you ask me, and I'm not even a fan of trolls (sorry, Trolls fans)!... Continue Reading →