Frequently Asked Questions |
| Do they leak? |
| Do you actually put poop in the washing machine? |
| What if we are going to be away from the house for the day? |
| Can my newborn really wear the same diaper as my two-year-old? |
| How many diapers do I need? |
| What if my baby is in daycare? |
| How do I fight stains in my baby’s diapers? |
| They leaked…now what? |
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Do they leak?
Even disposable diapers leak if left on too long. If you use This End Down Cloth Diapers properly then they will not leak. Diapers with one insert should be changed at least every two hours. If you use two or three inserts then they should stay dry through nap and bed time. |
Do you actually put poop in the washing machine?
Yes! If your baby is exclusively breast fed you just toss the soiled diaper into the diaper pail. If your baby is producing solid poop, then you dump the poop into the toilet. Occasionally, not all of the poop will come off into the toilet. Don't worry, just toss the diaper into the diaper pail. Washing machines are designed to be able to handle this. |
What if we are going to be away from the house for the day?
Many people cloth diaper full time. You just have to bring a plastic bag with you to store the soiled diapers. Many other people will use a combination of cloth diapers and disposable diapers. So, they use cloth diapers at home and when they are away from home they will use disposable diapers. Aside from having to pack the soiled diapers with you, cloth diapers are just as convenient as disposables no matter where you are. |
Can my newborn really wear the same diaper as my two-year-old?
Yes! Because This End Down Cloth Diapers have two rows of snaps on the front and an extra snap on one wing, they are completely customizable to offer a perfect fit for your newborn as well as your toddler and every stage in between. |
How many diapers do I need?
This depends on how often you want to wash them. A newborn can go through 10-12 diapers in a 24-hour period. As your baby gets older he or she will average about 8 diapers per day. Purchasing our 12-pack of cloth diapers will mean that you will have to wash every day. Purchasing our 24-pack of cloth diapers means that you will only have to wash every 2-3 days. |
What if my baby is in daycare?
Not many daycares will allow your child to use cloth diapers while in their care. Please ask, though, as they may be willing to negotiate. Additionally, not everyone is educated about cloth diapers and how easy they are to use now. Perhaps your daycare provider would be willing to try it with your encouragement.
If your provider will not allow it, you and your baby can still benefit from using cloth diapers while your baby is home in your care. One of the best things about This End Down Cloth Diapers is that the diaper can be soaked, but your baby will be completely dry. This makes them ideal for night time use. You can also pamper your baby with that dry feeling during the evenings and weekends. Since you will not being using disposables during that time, you will still be saving money and the environment. |
How do I fight stains in my baby’s diapers?
If you are concerned about the stains on your diapers just lay them out in the sun (fleece side up). After a few hours the sun will bleach out any stains. (I never believed this until I tried it…it really does work.) |
They leaked…now what?
There are a few things to check:
- Make sure that you are fastening the diaper tight enough. The leg opening should not be tight, but it should be snug enough to prevent you from seeing in through the leg opening.
- Make sure that the leg is ruffled out. If the outer layer comes in contact with moisture then the diaper will leak.
- Make sure that the insert is not sticking out of the fleece layer. If it is sticking out of the back of the diaper then the diaper will leak.
- If you are using the bottom row of snaps on the diaper then make sure that the insert is not above the bottom row of snaps. If it is, then when you fold the top down the insert will leak through the fleece layer that is coming in contact with your baby’s clothes.
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