Like breastfeeding, I knew I wanted to use cloth diapers from the moment I found out I was pregnant with Catherine.
At first, I was primarily motivated by saving money. Parents typically spend thousands of dollars on disposable diapers in the first two years. Using clothe diapers only required a $500 investment and can be used for years. This saved my family a significant amount of money.
Two weeks before I was to deliver Catherine, I ordered 24 Bumgenius 4.0 pocket diapers. They were beautiful and I was excited to use them. I quickly learned the best way to care for my diapers.
Fourteen months later, I am still using my Bumgenius diapers. I launder them every other day using Bumgenius diaper detergent.
My diapers are easy to care for. Best of all, they are good for the earth and Catherine's bottom.
Do you use cloth diapers? If yes, how do you care for them? What advice do you have for a mother who is considering the use of cloth diapers?
For more information on the diapers I use, go to Cotton Babies.
