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Cloth diapers are more expensive but in the long run disposable diapers will usually cost more to you.Cloth diapers you only probably need to buy about 15 in a life time, but they are a pain to clean and change, and they leak more often than a disposable diaper. Also they can sometimes run your water bill really high depending on how you clean them, and a cloth diaper takes longer to change and must be changed quickly or the diaper will leak and smell. Disposable diapers can also leak sometimes but are less likely to. You can buy them in bulk for a cheap price too. They are easier to change and depending on the brand can hold in more waste for longer( like over night disposable diapers unlike cloth diapers because if your baby goes potty while sleeping, you are pretty much guaranteed a leak). I would recommend you buy disposable.
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What do people prefer more cloth diapers or disposable?
People prefer disposable diapers over cloth diapers. Although cloth diapers are preferred for the environment, disposable diapers are more convenient.
Are cloth diapers really cheaper than disposable diapers?
Although the initial cost of a cloth diaper versus a disposable diaper equates to the cloth diaper costing significantly more on a per diaper basis; in the long run cloth diapers would save you money. The cost savings associated with cloth diapers is a result of there ability to be reused over and over again by properly caring for and washing the diapers regularly where disposables are single use and must be thrown away after. Cloth diapers are also better for the environment as they are more biodegradable than disposables and don't use plastics in manufacturing.
Why do disposable diapers hold more than cloth diapers?
Its the Super-Absorbant Polymer in disposable diapers that makes them hold more than cloth. The polymer can absorb many times its weight in liquid and traps the liquid in its structure. Once the liquid is absorbed by the polymer, it can not be pressed out, resulting in a diaper that has less leakage under pressure.
Why do disposable diapers hold more water than cloth diapers?
Its the Super-Absorbant Polymer in disposable diapers that makes them hold more than cloth. The polymer can absorb many times its weight in liquid and traps the liquid in its structure. Once the liquid is absorbed by the polymer, it can not be pressed out, resulting in a diaper that has less leakage under pressure.
When were cloth diapers not used anymore?
Cloth diapers are still used by many people, and are especially popular outside of the United States. They have become much more popular in the US in recent years due to tecnology advances that have created better materials and the popularity of the environmental ('green') movement as well as easier distribution via the internet. The first disposable diapers became available in the 1950s but were much too expensive for the average family to afford. However by the late 1980's, disposable diapers had become the norm.
Are diapers bad?
The good old fashion cloth diapers are much better for a baby's little behind and cause less rashes. Cloth diapers can be boiled in an old big pot and then rinsed well or, if one does not feel they have that much time then they can be done in the washing machine with baby soap that is gentle and no softeners put into the rinse cycle or into the dryer. More and more parents are beginning to realize that the new disposable diapers can cause rashes in cases where baby's urine is very acidic. Little air gets into disposable diapers and also they do not environmentally breakdown in land fills. If you decide to use cloth diapers then you could take the odd disposable diaper when you take the baby out visiting.
Cloth Diapers is good for the environment?
Yes. Cloth diapers are much better for the environment than disposable. A family using disposable diapers on one child contributes 4-12 diapers per day to the landfill. These diapers are made of synthetic materials which do not decompose and may be harmful to the soil and water. Also, disposable diapers are made of sythetic materials and chemicals that require much more energy and waste to produce. Cloth diapers are made almost entirely out of organic materials, since they (cotton, bamboo, hemp, wool, etc) absorb much better than synthetic cloths. Most families use the same 30 or so diapers for the entire time their child is in diapers, and often use the same diapers for future children. After use as diapers most can be recycled or reused as cleaning rags. Thus, cloth diapers contribute little if anything to landfills. Yes, cloth diapers need to be cleaned and therefore require more water use, the amount of water is actually quite minimal and most treatment plants can clean the organic waste from the water quite easily.
Should you use cloth or disposable diapers and why?
Both cloth and disposable diapers have their pro's and con's, you should make your decision based on your own personal circumstances. Remember you don't have to choose one or the other, many families use both. I use cloth diapers at home and disposable when we go out or have a babysitter. Cloth diapers pros: -much cheaper in the long run (most families spend $100-$500 to cloth diaper their baby from birth to potty training) -environmentally friendly -no chemicals or unnatural/inorganic materials against your baby's skin -come in cute colors and prints -many more options in material, size, and style Cloth diapers cons: -need to be washed every few days - difficult if you don't have access to laundry facilities -require spending quite a bit of money up front in order to have a big enough stash -most diaper creams and powders can damage them -many daycares and babysitters are unwilling to use cloth diapers -tend to be more bulky, some modern baby clothes won't fit over them Disposable diaper pros: -dont have to wash them, just throw away -no awkward situations when people find out you use cloth diapers -easier to change diapers when away from home -no need to have a large stash to begin, just buy them as you need them Disposable diaper cons: -much more expensive (most babies cost $1,000 to $3,000 to diaper from birth to potty training) -bad for the environment, fill up our landfills -have to take out the trash often -chemicals used can lead to more diaper rash
Why are there different types of diapers?
For different circumstances and needs of course. If you are referring to cloth diapers and disposable diapers then here is the answer. Cloth diapers, the first diapers invented and have been around for almost as long as humans have. They are arguably more comfortable and better for a baby's skin but require a lot of laundry work, are bulky, stiff and make it harder for the baby to move and may be uncomfortable when wet since they don't absorb as quickly as disposable. Generally they are more suited for and work when at home but not when out and about. Disposable diapers, a more modern innovation are thinner, more discreet, more flexible and less inhibiting on the movement of a baby and absorb more quickly than cloth but are arguably less comfortable and more likely to cause a rash than cloth. If you're talking about taped baby diapers, pull-on baby diapers, training pants, older children diapers and adult diapers well taped baby diapers are more suitable for less active babies, pull-on baby diapers are more suitable for very active babies who love to move around a lot, training pants are much thinner and much more underwear-like to help toddlers transition to underwear when toilet training, older children diapers are for kids who have a bedwetting problem or other toiletry issues and adult diapers are for elderly people and those with incontinence.
What diapers are best for a baby?
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What are the reviews on the cloth diaper covers?
Cloth diaper covers are said to be cheaper and more environmental friendly. They are also easier to use compared to disposable diapers. There are different types of clothes that suit different types of babies.
Are cloth or disposible diapers better?
It depends who you ask. Cloth diapers are green or better for the environment, since they do not take up space in landfills like disposables do. But disposables, if done right, are more sanitary for your child since, when wet, the diaper absorbs the wetness away from the child, whereas with the the cloth diaper the wetness just sits on the skin & is more likely to cause an irritation to the child. The cotton diaper also requires the child to wear a plastic diaper cover on the top so they don't drench everything they wear or sit or lay on. My preference is disposable diapers!!!!!!!! They also work best if you're not at home. Otherwise you'd be carrying a pee & poop-filled cloth diaper around till you got home to wash it.________________________________________________________________________My preference would be cotton, since babies can feel the wetness in cloth diapers more readily and are therefore more likely to tell you when they need to be changed and are more likely to be potty trained sooner, thus reducing the length of time wearing diapers, thereby lowering the overall cost. Plus, there are fewer diaper rashes with cotton diapers, unless you totally ignore the baby's need to be changed, which is easy to tell - just feel the diaper. We still use disposable diapers when we leave the house, but we make sure to use the chemical-free ones, such as Tushies.______________________________________________________________________
