How would I clean up spit up or diaper leaks? The matress is cotton/polyester, fitted sheet is 100% cotton. I can't find any waterproof protectors.
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I just always laid a blanket under her. It was never a problem. I think you can just wash the mattress
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I personally wouldn't have a problem putting these in the wash. But there is always the options of layering sheets and tucking them under tightly.
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Babies r us has a pad that you could fit under the fitted sheet. It won't look pretty but it will give waterproof protection. They come in various sizes.
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I am sorry I can not help u as I always use another sheet on top of it so if that happens all I have to do is take it off n wash it but u could always try vanish or a stronger cleaning detergent on the affected area I hope this helped in any way
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I didn't get one either. I imagined you were able to remove it from the box and carefully cut open the vacuum sealed plastic wrap? I'm not sure if there is a "manual" but will venture to think that: #1 Keep mattress dry and clean, #2 No sharp objects on mattress, #3 Use mild soap/damp cloth to spot clean, #4 Avoid mattress pad warmers (even though I use one on very low heat) as they may damage or shorten the expected life of the gel/foam material. Otherwise, enjoy!
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I used bumpkins flushable liners. They fit just fine. I personally found that new born infant baby poop just went right through bumpkins liners, so I moved on to a fleece washable liner. But, as I recall, the fit was just fine...just didn't suit my needs at the time. hope this helps :)
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That was my husband's problem. Leaked when slept on side. If slept on back ok. My husband rarely does in diaper so the few times he went in these they leaked.
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I would definitely recommend the mattress cover even though the mattress is waterproof. In fact, I would get 2 of them; one to wash and one to use. You don't want the mattress smelling like pee for one, and it definitely will if you don't. It will also just be a lot cleaner. I'm all about making less of a mess if I can to have less to clean since there is already so much other cleaning that cannot be avoided. And pee is the cleanest thing that can end up on the mattress! I like to use peroxide in a spray bottle with paper towels when I do clean a waterproof mattress. I like that it doesn't smell and does a good job cleaning. I think it's a safer cleaner compared to say a Clorox wipe. I would recommend the flat one, instead of the fitted, so it will be easier to change. Or if your mattress isn't too heavy, it's really no big deal just to take the entire mattress out to change it so in that case the fitted would be fine too. (But then you have to take the crib bumper off. I actually took mine off since I got tired of taking it off and on all of the time.) Hopefully you have a Naturepedic mattress or other brand that doesn't use fire retardant chemicals to pass the flammability test. I've even read on a natural health doctor's website that when the pee, or other bodily fluids, mix with the fire retardant chemicals, it has a chemical reaction that makes an odorless gas that can cause SIDS.
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I use the Planetwise bag liner. I just throw it in the wash with the diapers.
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I haven't read all of the reviews, but my bed came with patch material if a leak was to happen. Also type I purchased states on the box that it is for household use only. I have seen ads for camping/outdoor use, so the leaks may correspond to the way it was used and for how long. Keep in mind that Amazon sellers have guidelines they must state in their offers, and in addition you can send the seller questions regarding your concerns.
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The waterproof cover is sewn onto the mattress. There have bed wets with my twin 20mo. Old boys but I wiped it clean and kept going. I have not had any problems. No mattress cover is needed.
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I agree that it says it's waterproof, however you cannot remove the cover to wash it. I have a layer of "old school" cloth diapers squares under an Aden + Anais cover. This allows me to wash items if there is a mess. I'm not willing to risk it; I plan on using this changing pad for all of our children! I am very happy with this purchase and highly recommend it due to its ecofriendly properties and larger size.
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I put mine through a cold rinse, like all urine-contaminated items, to ensure that I don't set the odor. (Probably an excessive caution - I don't remember doing that with diapers forty years ago!) Then I wash them in warm water, put in the dryer briefly at low temperature (with other laundry, or with clean dry towels) to remove excess moisture (they do hold a lot!), then lay out flat to finish drying. However, I have forgotten to take them out of the dryer sometimes, and they seem to be just fine.
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There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it away in the trash. There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it... » Read More There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it away in the trash. « Show Less
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I recommend one by a brand we sell called Naturepedic. It has a great waterproof barrier. Here is the link: http://www.amazon.com/Naturepedic-Waterproof-Organic-Mattress-Protector/dp/B001BKG5YI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?m=A2T4Y4GS7H8WU&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1427733764&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=waterprrof+queen+pad I added the link to the queen size since your question was in regards to the queen mattress topper. Best, One Stop Mommy
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Generally, my daughter has lined the rock-n-play with a fleece type receiving blanket (as he is still a newborn) which usually keeps any moisture on top...i.e. does not wick down to the surface of the fabric of the liner. If worst comes to worse, though, as others have stated earlier, the entire fabric surface is washable. It would be the same if the infant was in a bassinet...If the diaper leaks, you wash the sheets....In this case, you wash the cover :)
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I use a waterproof cover on the top of this mattress then I put Fitted Pack N Play Sheet. Though the waterproof cover we use can't fit wholly but it is ok for our child and it helps to prevent splits/leaks. Hope that helps!
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Correct, waterproof mattress protectors will produce chemical off-gassing. I put a large organic cotton towel down on top of wrap then fitted sheet on top of that. It does still "crinkle" a bit but baby love all things that crinkle.
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I use two soakers under the material that is in the diaper. My son is now 18months and we use these for bed time, they make it most nights with out leaking! Would buy again in a heart beat! Only down fall is that they do tend to hold the urine smell and need to have an extra rinse or a vinegar boost every 3-4 washes.
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It depends on the contents. If it's not a solid dirty diaper, I just switch out the prefold and reuse the cover. If it is a solid dirty diaper, it will sometimes leak off of the prefold, but it stays contained in the cover. Then I will wash the cover right away. My son is almost a year, and he rarely leaks through on to his clothes in these. On average, I'm able to reuse the cover up to 3 or 4 times before washing it. I absolutely love these diapers and would choose them over the overpriced ones any day. I hope this helps.