tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post4099967857003068459..comments2023-09-17T03:54:37.685-06:00Comments on Analytical Mom: Easy Cloth Diapering on a DimeDaniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00550951618524958511noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-2759044086882711872012-03-09T22:33:33.681-07:002012-03-09T22:33:33.681-07:00Oh man, I love my cloth diapers. We're using a...Oh man, I love my cloth diapers. We're using a combination of prefolds, all cotton fitteds, and flats with wool covers (not hand knitted though). Recently we flew out of state to visit my inlaws so they could see their new (4 month old) grandson and I thought TSA must think we're so weird b/c one of our bags was nothing but diapers... which to them (unless they too cloth diaper) just looks like a stack of fabric. <br /><br />My kiddo was goes through a *huge* number of diapers. We would have been flat broke for the first three months (before he slowed down) if we were buying disposables. And although I've never diapered with disposables it doesn't seem like it could be more convenient. Cloth just isn't that big a deal... but then I already do a lot of stuff "the hard way" so maybe my frame of reference for "convenient" is different.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05590834468436576998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-10946633263032259962011-06-09T13:44:16.135-06:002011-06-09T13:44:16.135-06:00Jen, sorry for the very late response! I haven...Jen, sorry for the very late response! I haven't ever heard of Fuzzibunz before, but they sound like a great option. You are so right - I think a lot of moms just aren't aware of how easy cloth diapers are. They're convenient in so many ways! Thanks for stopping by.Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00550951618524958511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-90959064876128115802011-04-09T01:40:51.101-06:002011-04-09T01:40:51.101-06:00We are a cloth diapering family. We use Fuzzibunz...We are a cloth diapering family. We use Fuzzibunz one size cloth diapers and we LOVE it! It is super easy to use and clean. We also use cloth wipes, or shall I say just recently. But, when other moms see that I am using cloth, they are always amazed by it. If only people were more aware of the simplicity of using cloth and see the benefits of using cloth, such as how much less waste they will have in their trashcan and how much money they will save, I feel more people would jump on board and use cloth.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-2538549598173481202011-03-19T07:15:28.009-06:002011-03-19T07:15:28.009-06:00Jenna, it's amazing how un-stinky cloth diaper...Jenna, it's amazing how un-stinky cloth diapers are, isn't it? If we ever have another kiddo, it sounds like pockets and AIO's are a great idea for out-and-about, instead of disposables. Thanks for the idea!Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00550951618524958511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-52107660676217532022011-03-18T21:54:43.735-06:002011-03-18T21:54:43.735-06:00Hi again! We cloth diaper too, and it's basica...Hi again! We cloth diaper too, and it's basically the same method as you except that I do have some pockets and AIOs for when we're out and about and when we have a babysitter. I love my cloth diapers and yes, you are completely right about the smell. Sposies STINK!Jenna Hoskinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-69984352489029380632011-03-14T23:31:40.354-06:002011-03-14T23:31:40.354-06:00Becca, the smell factor is one of my biggest motiv...Becca, the smell factor is one of my biggest motivators to keep doing cloth! I really enjoyed your method - sounds like we have a lot in common. Thanks for stopping by!Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00550951618524958511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-73265046240534262012011-03-14T11:28:42.548-06:002011-03-14T11:28:42.548-06:00You are SO right about the smell!! When my son wa...You are SO right about the smell!! When my son was almost 2, a friend was over and saw me change a diaper and toss it in the pail, and he said, "I can't believe that's all you do with it! I'm just realizing, I've been here a million times and never been able to smell the diapers, but most people's houses you can tell there's a baby the second you walk in the door!" The few times my son wore disposables, they smelled so bad we couldn't stand to keep the trash in the house!<br /><br />We used cloth diapers almost exclusively, with both parents employed outside the home, so I want to reassure all future parents that it CAN be done. <a href="http://articles.earthlingshandbook.org/2008/04/22/cloth-diaper-details/" rel="nofollow">Here's my method.</a>'Beccahttp://articles.earthlingshandbook.orgnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-31625371750058190132011-03-09T14:15:00.334-07:002011-03-09T14:15:00.334-07:00Amanda and Valerie, sure, I will go look for my so...Amanda and Valerie, sure, I will go look for my soap recipe. :) <br /><br />Jackie, it takes a little getting used to, but once you've got it down, it's very simple. Good luck with your family planning!<br /><br />Kara, I hear you. We are pretty much just getting back into it now that we don't have a tiny infant and things have calmed down a little.Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00550951618524958511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-3441019343122943052011-03-09T12:34:21.008-07:002011-03-09T12:34:21.008-07:00I second the request for more info on your homemad...I second the request for more info on your homemade detergent... hmmm...Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16963195476257539588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-46444724123893897162011-03-09T12:04:10.803-07:002011-03-09T12:04:10.803-07:00Might have some cloth diaper stuff for you. Tried...Might have some cloth diaper stuff for you. Tried it, didn't mind it, but Jesse hated it. I think we're going to give it up and go with disposable for the dude.Karahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10276540690974787460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-83672231835184346822011-03-09T11:51:00.374-07:002011-03-09T11:51:00.374-07:00Thank you so much for posting this! My husband an...Thank you so much for posting this! My husband and I are starting to talk about having a baby, and we wanted to cloth diaper (or at least try!). You're right, most "real world" people think it's crazy!Jackie @ Crest Cottagehttp://crestcottagecreations.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3490881208838744102.post-61038923876870619202011-03-09T11:38:10.614-07:002011-03-09T11:38:10.614-07:00Friend I have several mommy friends that cloth dia...Friend I have several mommy friends that cloth diaper as well and I think they have had similar reactions from family and friends regarding cloth diapers. But they also love the savings!<br /><br />I do plan to be a cloth diaper mom when that time comes, but would you mind sharing your homemade soap skills? I would be interested in making my own detergent now!Amanda Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17232290835169154830noreply@blogger.com