Alternatives to Washable Diapers

I know. It is disgusting to look at poop even if it is baby poop. But it is much more disgusting to wash them. How do you do this anyway without wrinkling your nose in disgust?

If you are one of the moms who are using washable diapers, then you are an expert in this field. But if you are one of those moms who are thinking of switching to washable diapers from disposable diapers because of environmental issues, then I know you are going to have a hard time adjusting to the fact that you will soon be washing your baby’s diapers.

Fortunately for you, you have the washing machine to help you in that chore. But if you are using wool diapers, then there is no choice but to hand wash the diapers because washing them in your washing machine can ruin the integrity of the cloth.

Advantages of Washable Diapers

The most obvious advantage of washable diapers is that it is way cheaper than disposable ones. Also, they are hypoallergenic that it decreases the chances of your baby having rashes, allergies or skin irritations. It is also very eco-friendly because you do not need to throw them away only to pile up in the landfills as you can wash and reuse them for as long as you need to. That is what they say, but some environmentalists also say that it is not eco-friendly at all since it consumes a lot of water and soap to wash and clean.

Disadvantages of Washable Diapers

The most obvious disadvantage of washable diapers is the fact that you are going to deal with the baby’s poop. But once you dumped the solid waste into the toilet, you can easily throw them into the washing machine. It is also a bit leakier than disposable ones because of the loose-fitting legs.

Your Other Choice

If you want the same organic benefits of the washable diaper yet do away with washing them yourself, then the organic flushable diaper is for you. The company gDiapers just has that in store for concerned moms. Their diapers are biodegradable that you can flush its contents down the toilet and not feel guilty about it adding to the landfill as they will be turned into compost along the way. You can then wash the cover and reuse it once you have filled it up with new flushable insert. For more information, visit their website at http://www.gdiapers.com.