Cloth Diapers: A How-To Handbook on the Basics of Cloth Diapering

Are you interested in cloth diapering your baby but feel overwhelmed by the all the types of cloth diapers that exist?

Do you have questions about changing cloth diapers, storing and washing dirty diapers?

I remember all of the questions I had about cloth diapering when I was pregnant with my first baby. I spent hours and hours researching cloth diapers on the Internet.

I know most parents who are interested in cloth diapering are full of the same questions. I’ve answered questions for many expectant mamas about cloth diapering in the years that I’ve been cloth diapering.

Cloth Diapers: A How-To Handbook on the Basics of Cloth Diapering is a guide for those who are new to the idea of cloth diapering and want to know the basics.

How Many Cloth Diapers Do You Need?

The recommended amounts of diapers are based on washing every 2-3 days. You can purchase less and wash more often. Using cloth diapers really does save money.

Prefolds or Flats and Covers

* 2-3 dozen prefolds
* 6 diaper covers
* 12 liners (optional, but saves diapers from staining and will help keep baby feeling dry)
* 12 cloth wipes (optional, but so easy to use and throw in the wash with the diapers)
* 12 doublers (depending on what AIOs you use and the needs of your baby)

All-in-Ones

* 2 dozen diapers if you use AIOs exclusively. If you want a few on hand for outings or other times when they would be convenient, then 3-4 would be fine.
* 12 liners (optional, but saves diapers from staining and if the diapers do not have fleece lining, these will help keep baby feeling dry)
* 12 cloth wipes (optional, but so easy to use and throw in the wash with the diapers)
* 12 doublers (depending on what AIOs you use and the needs of your baby)

Pocket Diapers and Inserts

* 2 dozen diapers if you plan on using pocket diapers exclusively. If you want a few on hand for outings or other times when they would be convenient, then 3-4 would be fine.
* At least as many inserts as you have pocket diapers. Some inserts are more trim and you may need 2 for daytime and even more for nighttime use.
* 12 cloth wipes (optional, but so easy to use and throw in the wash with the diapers)

Fitted Diapers & Covers

* 2-3 dozen diapers
* 6 covers
* 12 liners (optional, but saves diapers from staining and if the diapers do not have fleece lining, these will help keep baby feeling dry)
* 12 cloth wipes (optional, but so easy to use and throw in the wash with the diapers)
* 12 doublers (depending on what AIOs you use and the needs of your baby)Free Solar Book

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Free Cloth Diaper Sewing Patterns

There are a lot of great FREE cloth diaper patterns out there. Print one off and start saving money by making your own cloth diapers.

Bramblestitches

Arfy's Longer Wing

Mama Can Do It One Sized Fitted

MiaLa Medium Tab front

gDiaper Look Alike from upcycled t-shirt

Ottobre 2 Sizes

Ritas Rump Cover

Cloth Revolution

Faux Fuzzies

Homemade One Sized Cloth Diaper

Pocket Diaper

WeeWeka Side Snap

Free Cloth Diaper Patterns

A lot of FREE cloth diapers patterns here  

PUL Fabric - Perfect Cloth Diaper Fabric!

The first thing that you need to know is - what types of fabric should you use for sewing cloth diapers? The first one to learn about is PUL.

PUL Fabric is a type of laminated fabric. PUL stands for Polyurethane Laminate. It can be pronouced either P-U-L or "pull".PUL Fabric is waterproof, so it is ideal for the outside of cloth diapers and diaper covers. It is the best for making what is called - All In One or AIO cloth diapers or covers to go over fitted cloth diapers. PUL comes in a lot of different colors and prints. So, grab a cloth diaper sewing pattern , like Kwik Sew K3690 Diapers Sewing Pattern, Diaper Coveror find one of the great free ones online and start sewing. I will share some of my favorite FREE cloth diaper sewing patterns in a blog post tomorrow.

The Cloth Diaper Bible - You Can Cloth Diaper!: A Helpful Overview Of Cloth Diapers

The Cloth Diaper Bible - You Can Cloth Diaper!: A Helpful Overview Of Cloth Diapers was a free kindle book when this post was written.

The amount of conflicting and poorly-organized information on cloth diapers online can be overwhelming and confusing.

You'll find everything you need to know to get started making your child more comfortable, saving money, and going green, in the Cloth Diaper Bible. You can join the cloth diaper movement that is growing daily, and reap the rewards.

Including...

- a glossary of common terms and acronyms used on cloth diaper forums

- an explanation of the different styles and materials that are most popular in diapering today

- an explanation of washing routines, The Cloth Diaper Bible is a great purchase or gift for any new parent.

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Sewing Cloth Diapers

I will be sharing all of my tips on sewing your own cloth diapers. How to save money by sewing your own and the best patterns. 

This is going to be a fun journey and I hope that you follow along for the sewing adventure.