Safe for cloth diapers?
274148
Yes, I've being using it for about 8 months and my diapers are white and smell good, and it's big so it will last you for a while. Hope that helps!
1157831
I use these with the Thirsties covers and nothing else. No snappies or liners are necessary unless you want to use them. There are lots of YouTube videos with some great info and tips for explaining all the different types of cloth diapers. These diapers, along with the Thirsties covers (which last for years!) are by far the cheapest option for cloth diapering, and the least complicated in my opinion.
237910
If you use natural fibers and mainstream detergent, zinc oxide will wash out of them. Desitin has been around long before disposable diapers and our parents and grandparents used it and they washed diapers with adequate amounts of strong detergent. The whole "cloth diaper safe" thing came to pass because of the recommendation to use a small amount of weak detergent to wash diapers came around and weak detergent won't get out the stains. If you use natural fibers and strong detergent, you don't need these liners. I have never had any staining with my natural fiber diapers and strong detergent (Arm & Hammer with Oxiclean, Gain, Tide, or Wisk - whatever is on sale). If you use natural fibers and mainstream detergent, zinc oxide will wash out of them. Desitin has been around long before disposable diapers and our parents and grandparents used it and they washed diapers with adequate amounts of strong detergent. The whole "cloth diaper safe" thing came to pass because of the recommendation to use a small amount of weak detergent to wash diapers came around and weak detergent won't get out the stains. If you use natural fibers and strong detergent, you don't need these liners. I have never had any staining with my natural fiber diapers and... » Read More If you use natural fibers and mainstream detergent, zinc oxide will wash out of them. Desitin has been around long before disposable diapers and our parents and grandparents used it and they washed diapers with adequate amounts of strong detergent. The whole "cloth diaper safe" thing came to pass because of the recommendation to use a small amount of weak detergent to wash diapers came around and weak detergent won't get out the stains. If you use natural fibers and strong detergent, you don't need these liners. I have never had any staining with my natural fiber diapers and strong detergent (Arm & Hammer with Oxiclean, Gain, Tide, or Wisk - whatever is on sale). « Show Less
1456006
I use cloth diapers (which are very eco friendly) and they fit into each brand I have. I am sure they will fit into a disposable diaper as well to give extra absorption but I'm sure they are meant for cloth.
458141
I used this for cloth diapers as well. I added it to my prewash cycle (with detergent) then did a regular wash with detergent then an extra rinse.
2020130
Possibly. I personally don't cloth diaper. However my daughter is in 2T/3T pull-ups that I still keep in this container. I don't know about all the inserts, etc that go along with cloth diapers, but its worth a shot. The diapers we use, do slide out relatively easily through the opening, but size/thickness/etc are different with cloth. We love this container. It really worked well over the last 2 1/2 years.
1303031
For my cloth diapers, I wash them in a load of homemade powder detergent (1 cup borax, 1 cup washing soda, 1 bar of ivory soap - powdered together in a food processor). Then, I wash them again with a scoop of charlies soap & 1/4 cup white vinegar in the liquid fabric softener area. it works great, and I've experimented with A LOT of different detergents & combinations!
1815770
Nope, just good old natural bamboo... That is why it is suitable for cloth diapers.
805142
Yes. We use cloth diapers. I primarily use this ointment on her body but have used occasionally for diaper rash and haven't had any problems with residue.
1343323
Yes. The reason is that mainstream detergents have softeners brighteners, and dyes. The softeners coat te diapers and inserts making them "water proof" and they will not abdorb. The brighteners stick the diapers and cause skin irritation as well as the dyes. Stick with cloth diaper friendly detergent!
309211
I just ordered some and am new to cloth diapering... But yes, you must wash the cover and insert when used as a pocket diaper. I plan on ordering Prefolds and bamboo inserts and just putting those on the diaper instead of the insert and using the covers as covers. Hopefully to be able to reuse the cover a few times.
446104
Absolutely perfect for cloth diapers. Stock up on clothes pins, but should work great. I just retract my lines at least once a week to help with the sagging. But, I will also use all five lines together to dry sweaters flat and other such items which is probably why I have so much sagging. Diapers shouldn't cause any issues like that.
1984020
it can be used on any kind! I have 3 different types of cloth diapers and I use it with all of them. I don't flush them though just in case my septic system doesn't do well with them, but they are great!
527224
Well I have never used it for diapers but it does work very well and you could save some money using grocery bags for sure. Its not an airtight seal but also not a loose one.
1188420
I would do like they did when people used cloth diapers for babies. Bucket with water and detergent to soak until able to wash them.
788866
Wash them with baby-safe detergent as you would any new clothing item that will be touching baby's skin. Never use fabric softeners - it will cause them to be less absorbent. A helpful tip my mom gave me: when washing them after use, include up to three tablespoons of vinegar. I guess a tablespoon per 10 diapers would be adequate. It will neutralize the ammonium in the urine (uric acid) and keep them from building up a stink.
788863
The advice to use special detergent is really not necessary. In order to prep cloth diapers made of natural fibers (cotton, bamboo, hemp), it is recommended that you wash then dry 3 to 5 times. You should dry between each wash. Because they are not soiled with human waste, feel free to throw them in with your regular laundry such as towels. The reason for the multiple washes is to help get the natural oils off the cloth that are present with natural fibers. For this reason, it is often recommended not to prep them with your other cloth diapers (for the concern of the other diapers getting the oils on them and then causing repelling issues.) I have never done this though, and I've never experienced an issue with repelling. Also, in regards to special laundry detergents... Rock n Green and other "CD Safe" detergents are a total joke. They don't clean well at all, and most people who start out using this detergent end up with stink issues in their diapers (they look clean but smell awful when wet) and even rash issues. It's not complicated with cloth diapers. Just be common sense about them... (don't use fabric softener as that coats the diapers and can cause them to be less absorbent.) Consider them your dirtiest clothes. Wash with a good mainstream detergent such as Tide Ultra Powder and use plenty of detergent (a full scoop) because you want to get out all the yuckies! Rinse a couple of times if you have lots of suds. I know this answer is above and beyond your question, but I just hate to see bad information shared! Cloth diapering fails when it becomes too complicated and when rashes happen due to diapers not being cleaned well. Good luck and have fun with it!