Day 4: Flats and Handwashing Challenge – #flatschallenge #clothdiapers
One of the things that we were discussing yesterday on our local Flats & Handwashing page is how, for the most part, we love the challenge, and we'll more than likely continue to use flats. While the handwashing part isn't all that bad, it's the general consensus that we'll probably stick to our washers and dryers once we're done! I definitely don't mind handwashing right now, for this week, but once it's over, it will be nice to have a break. I am thankful that I have a washer and dryer for the days that I just don't have much…
Day 3: Flats and Handwashing Challenge – #flatschallenge #clothdiapers
Well, the good news we have water tonight! We didn't lose pressure like we did last night! Of all weeks to lose water, two nights in a row, we lose it during the flats challenge!! We shall persevere! I like to use flats a couple of ways! I like the origami fold when I'm looking for a quick fold that I don't have to think about. I think it's because I'm more used to folding this way. I also like to use the kite fold, but for some reason, I always have to take a look an already folded diaper,…
Day 2: Flats and Handwashing Challenge – #flatschallenge #clothdiapers
Day two of the Second Annual Flats and Handwashing Challenge went much like day one!! I was able to get yesterday's set of dirty diapers washed this morning when the water was back on, and started on my way to a day of flats and covers again! Low and behold, right after dinner tonight, the SAME thing happened with the water! All of a sudden, there was very little water pressure, and we had to wait forever for just enough water to get about an inch worth to bathe the boys! I guess I will be washing today's set in…
Day 1: Flats and Handwashing Challenge – #flatschallenge #clothdiapers
Today marked the beginning of the Second Annual Flats and Handwashing Challenge! I decided to take part in the flat challenge because I wanted to pay homage to our fore-mothers. We spend so much time searching for the diapers that's going to be the easiest to put on, the fastest to wash and dry, the easiest for our husbands and care givers. But really, having to handwash flat diapers and covers really isn't that much more of a challenge (when you have a exclusively breastfed baby) than using modern cloth diapers and machines. If you really stop and think about it, cloth diapering isn't…
Second Annual Flat and Handwashing Diaper Challenge | #clothdiapers #FlatsChallenge #ecofriendly
So you say you can't afford cloth diapers. You don't have a washing machine? Oh, you're dryer's No problem! Seriously. No problem. Why? Well, I'm glad you asked. You don't have to have money to cloth diaper your baby. ...and I'm going to prove it! The Second Annual Flat and Handwashing Diaper Challenge is coming up the week of May 21-27, and I, along with several of my local friends, are joining in on the fun to prove to the world that cloth diapering can be done: on a small small small budget without a washing machine without a dryer…
Re-purposed Ecover Bottle for Cloth Wipes Solution! | #clothdiapers @ecoverus #recycle
Many have asked me what I use for my cloth wipes. In the past, I have used a peri bottle, spray bottle, glass jar, wipes warmer, and a bowl. Any of these WILL work, but here are the things that kept me going right back to plain water and not using my neato wipes solution Peri Bottle: After a while the pull-open, push-close spout got too gunky, and it wasn't easy to close. Peri bottles are very flimsy, so I'd always find myself squirting it accidentally, or over squirting. Also, they're not that big, and I always had to refill…
Happy Great Cloth Diaper Change Day! #gcdc2012 #clothdiapers
I will be in Pearland at Rite of Passage! I hope to see you there or hear all about how it went at the location nearest you!
GroVia Diapering System Review & Giveaway (5/7) @GroViaDiaper #clothdiapers #ecofriendly
GREAT NEWS! We've found a new diaper to add to the bin of favorites! I'm not sure why I've never tried one before, but I've recently been given the opportunity to try out GroVia diapers, and I think I'm in love! Whether you use the All in One (AIO) or the System, Grovia offers an adorably trim yet extremely functional cloth diaper for your stash! I am used to using AIO diapers. They are easy, quick, and daddy approved. However, when I received my very first GroVia Shell and Reusable Soaker Pad, I was shaking my head wondering why I…
The scary and dirty little disposable diaper secrets! | Health Benefits of #clothdiapers
Yesterday morning, a couple of friends and I were interviewed by a local news station about cloth diapers! It was a pretty fun experience for all of us! We had two 2 year olds and a six month old fighting us as it was their moment in front of the camera. All in all, we think it went pretty well, and we were excited to help education people locally and nationally, as the show will also air on a national level!! One of the questions she asked was why do I cloth diaper. I cloth diaper for several reasons, but…