Well it is time todescribe and I my experiences, since I entered the field of cloth diapers!
I have chosen the Bumgenius Organic One size All in One after much reading on several forums! I wanted something easy, practical, durable, made from natural materials. Why these and not another model?
Because it is very simple to use as actually the only difference with a disposable on is that you don't have to open the garbage bin after use, but the pail to put diapers until you get them in the laundry machine.Because it is made from organic cotton, natural material as opposed to others, especially the pocket diapers, in which usually the inside fabric is made from polyester, fleece or suede cloth. Another advantage is the fact that when you wash organic cotton, it does not hold detergent, so it is easier to avoid the procedure known as stripping. This procedure is used when diapers acquire ammonia smell that remains even after washing and usually it is caused by detergent residue on the fabric and the liners of the diapers. Also, I think that organic cotton will be cooler during the summer, compared with a synthetic fabric.
Also because it is a one size diaper, that fits the size of the child as it grows. This is important since the cost of purchasing is fairly limited, since you only need to buy a set of 18-24 nappies initially.Considered very durable but I still can not support it!
In the photos above the diaper internal and external, and ready for use with the biodegradable liner.
Actually the only drawback I can find so far is that long drying time, but this is until you find your washing schedule. Having 22 diapers, I put laundry 2 times a week and I get to use eco-diapers only for night time or when we are away from home!
Along with the diapers, I use biodegradable disposable liners, which help in the case of poo since the only thing you have to do is flash the liner in the toilet, without further special care for the diaper, and the liner also keeps moisture away from the skin.
I have chosen the Bumgenius Organic One size All in One after much reading on several forums! I wanted something easy, practical, durable, made from natural materials. Why these and not another model?
Because it is very simple to use as actually the only difference with a disposable on is that you don't have to open the garbage bin after use, but the pail to put diapers until you get them in the laundry machine.Because it is made from organic cotton, natural material as opposed to others, especially the pocket diapers, in which usually the inside fabric is made from polyester, fleece or suede cloth. Another advantage is the fact that when you wash organic cotton, it does not hold detergent, so it is easier to avoid the procedure known as stripping. This procedure is used when diapers acquire ammonia smell that remains even after washing and usually it is caused by detergent residue on the fabric and the liners of the diapers. Also, I think that organic cotton will be cooler during the summer, compared with a synthetic fabric.
Also because it is a one size diaper, that fits the size of the child as it grows. This is important since the cost of purchasing is fairly limited, since you only need to buy a set of 18-24 nappies initially.Considered very durable but I still can not support it!
In the photos above the diaper internal and external, and ready for use with the biodegradable liner.
Actually the only drawback I can find so far is that long drying time, but this is until you find your washing schedule. Having 22 diapers, I put laundry 2 times a week and I get to use eco-diapers only for night time or when we are away from home!
Along with the diapers, I use biodegradable disposable liners, which help in the case of poo since the only thing you have to do is flash the liner in the toilet, without further special care for the diaper, and the liner also keeps moisture away from the skin.
