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What should you include in your cloth diaper baby registry?
Diapers
This probably seems like the most logical place to start. If you want to cloth diaper, you will need diapers.
At first glance, it can seem a bit overwhelming. There are so many brands with a huge range in price! Even just figuring out what type of diapers you want can make your head spin.
According to The Humbled Homemaker, there are 9 types of cloth diapers. If you still need to decide what type of diaper you are going to use, I suggest checking out her post here to explore the options.
Pocket Diapers
We use pocket diapers, and I’ve been happy with that choice.
As far as daily use goes, they work similarly to a disposable – you pull out a diaper, use it, take it off, throw the whole thing in the bin. A pocket diaper is made up of two pieces – an outer piece (the pocket) and the inner stuffing (insert). You take the diapers apart to wash them, which takes a few minutes more time because you have to stuff and un-stuff them. The benefit is that they dry faster than all in ones and you can see how clean the insides are getting. You can also change out the inserts for different levels of absorbency. For example, we “double stuff” overnight.
We’re big fans of AlvaBaby Pocket Diapers
Need more advice on creating your baby registry as a whole? Head to this post for a new baby checklist.
A Place to Store Clean Diapers
Once you have your diapers, you will need a place to put your clean diapers. This can be as simple or cute and overly organized as you want.
We stash our pocket diapers in the top drawer of our changing table.
Some people prefer to buy a fun caddy or shelf
A Place to Store Dirty Diapers
There are two main options when it comes to storing your dirty diapers – wet storage or dry storage.
Dry Storage
We dry store our diapers. That means that we simply throw our dirties into a bin and leave them until it’s time to wash. (I use a garbage can with the lid open
Wet Storage
Wet storage can be in a bin as well that is lined by a bag that seals
A Place to Store Dirty Diapers on the Go
This one can be super simple as well. A couple of wet dry bags
Laundry Detergent
Fluff Love University has a whole index of which detergents are and are not recommended for cloth diapering. We use All Free and Clear powder
Not 100% sold on cloth diapering? You can save money on disposable diapers by creating a diaper stockpile before baby is born.
Diaper Rash Cream
You don’t want to use any products that will affect the absorbency of your diapers. Petroleum based diaper rash creams can create a build up that repels liquid. Look for a natural product without petroleum. Bordeaux’s natural butt paste
Diaper Sprayer
Breastfed baby poop is water-soluble and easy to handle. You can just throw it in the washer or rinse in a laundry sink. Once baby has formula, solids, or other liquids in their system, you will need to be more careful with pre-rinsing your diapers. I found that a diaper sprayer and splatter shield
Wipes
Will you be using cloth wipes
We just use disposable wipes
Looking for more ways to decrease your family’s environmental impact? Checkout these 14 ways to reduce your disposable plastic use.
A Cloth-Friendly Diaper Bag
Cloth diapers take up more room than disposables. You will want to keep that in mind when you are choosing a diaper bag. Look for something with a large main pocket. Backpack style diaper bags