"How Do I Get Started?"
Getting started using cloth is something that is overwhelming to some, even though the rewards of cloth are many, the choices involved in starting cloth diapering are many too. Parents ask the question, "How many diapers do I need?" We have put together a chart to help to answer that question. Beyond diapers, our personal reccomendation and what works for us are a variety of inserts, a diaper sprayer, detergent, and a couple of wetbags of varying sizes. We have also chosen to use cloth wipes and wipe solution to save an extra $500 over approximately 3 years, and help our little guy's sensitive skin.
Take some time to get accustomed to your new diapering system, and don’t be afraid to play around with folding, stuffing and fastening, etc.
If you are making the switch to cloth diapers from disposable diapers, mixing your cloth diapering system with disposables in the beginning (for outings or overnight) can make this transition easier. Most parents find that using and washing cloth diapers is easier than they thought it would be, and quickly become avid full time users.
And if you are starting with a newborn baby, don’t be afraid to dive in full time with cloth diapers. It is pretty easy and you will get the routine down fast.
By the way, you may find that you will need to acquire baby clothes that can accommodate larger bums!
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