I have heard a lot of parents connect their cloth diaper use to the environment AS a gift to their babies. They choose to use resources wisely and prevent massive waste buildup because they don’t want to pass the problem on to their children and grandchildren. In testimonials at the Real Diaper Association, hundreds of parents have … Read more
A lot of people use cloth diapers to save money. When you are saving money, you squeeze everything you can whenever you can. Last week I wrote about saving money on your initial cloth diaper purchase. Keep squeezing and see what you can do to save money washing and drying your cloth diapers. Lessons from Our Grandmothers … Read more
Day #4 of Save Green. Today’s savings: DIAPERS. Cloth diapers are such an easy way to save both money and resources. Save both as you buy and as you care for your diapers. Save Money Buying Diapers Buy your diapers in bulk. Cloth diaper packages can save you money by giving you a discount on the … Read more
What kind of diapers did your grandmother use on your parents? With the holidays coming up, I’m going to ask you a favor. When you are sitting around in a quiet moment with your older relatives this year, consider asking them about what they did as parents. Ask your grandmother about diapers and see what she … Read more
Since I wrote about detergent residues on cloth diapers last month, I’ve been fascinated by how much more there is to say about it and how big a problem it has become. According to Bummis, a Canadian company that has been making cloth diaper covers for nearly 20 years, the problem of residues is actually quite new. Over the past … Read more