Over the past year, we've been working closely with Kate from Sea to Sky Babies to bring cloth diapering to our store. She puts on monthly workshops for free, and answers the bazillions of questions that new parents generally have when it comes to reusable diapers. Check out the latest Vitamin Daily article about the 5 myths of cloth diapering. Once a new parent has made the decision to cloth diaper, there seems to be an adjustment period, and more questions that arise. Here are our top 2 things to remember.
1) Be patient. Obviously every baby is different. Skinny legs, Buddha bellies etc. All these factors effect the fit of the cloth diaper. Chances are, you'll have to try a few different brands to determine which works best for your wee one. There are tons of options out there, so try a few brands before you commit to just one. You'll probably find that certain diapers work better for nighttime, while others are better for your baby-on-the-move. Bum Genius Free Time All in Ones, and Oh Katy Pocket Diapers are both great options. Check out Sea to Sky Babies inventory in person at Agnes Jean Boutique.
2) Research your creams and detergents. Zinc based bum creams and common detergents will effect the diaper's absorbency. They will leave a residue on the diaper which will repel as opposed to absorb. If you're experiencing leaks, run your diaper under a small amount of water as a test. If the water beads off, you have a residue issue and stripping the diapers is necessary. Check out Rockin Green Detergents and All Things Jill Bum Balm for cloth diaper friendly options!
Happy Diapering!
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