Modern moms are lucky - they have disposable diapers at their disposal. The shelves of supermarkets and children's shops are full of packages of "Pampers", "Haggis", "Libero" and so on, forcing the eyes to scatter and making it more difficult to choose. Future mothers want to prepare for the meeting of the long-awaited baby thoroughly, to decide everything, up to what diapers to use, in advance. But it is not so easy to decide the choice, because besides the countless number of brands offering disposable diapers, you can use the old-fashioned diapers or buy reusable diapers for newborns.
Children's reusable diapers are another remarkable invention of modernity. They are a kind of a compromise between convenient parents of diapers and comfortable baby diapers and reusable gauze diapers, which were used by our mothers and grandmothers. Of course, the latter are suspicious of disposable diapers, complaining that in them the skin of the baby is more prone to diaper dermatitis, "pop preet" and in general ... Therefore, older relatives should especially like reusable cloth diapers that successfully combine the convenience of use and naturalness .
Reusable diapers for newborns are panties on Velcro or buttons, their outer layer is sewed from a fabric with a membrane that does not allow moisture to flow out. The inner layer, adjacent to the skin of the baby, consists of a natural tissue that absorbs feces. To "strengthen" the absorbent capacity, reusable microfiber or bamboo inserts are used, for which a special pocket is provided in the panties.
Pros of reusable diapers
- the tissues from which such diapers are made are natural, that is, they are excellent for sensitive skin and children with atopic dermatitis;
- environmental friendliness - the use of reusable diapers minimizes the use of disposable ones that are not recyclable and, accumulating in incredible amounts, rapidly pollute the planet;
- economy - children's reusable diapers are not an expensive pleasure, but once spent, you are depriving yourself of fabulous spending on the notorious diapers in the future. The size of reusable diapers is easily adjustable, so they can be used from birth to the time of pottage.
Disadvantages of reusable diapers
- the baby's skin in such diapers will not be perfectly dry, as in disposable;
- they require constant testing of dryness and replacement of liners;
- inserts need to be changed after each "pose", and the diaper itself - after 3-4 hours;
- it can be difficult to wash the stool from the liners.
Which reusable diapers are better?
More and more manufacturers are offering their products to the attention of young parents. The main differences are in the composition of the tissues from which they are made. Of course, preference is better given to natural, otherwise the sense of their use is lost - with the same success it is possible to use disposable diapers in which only the inner layer adjacent to the skin of the baby is natural.
How to use reusable diapers?
They are worn as easily as disposable ones. The main difference between their use is the need to constantly monitor that they are dry and make a timely replacement, otherwise diaper rash and inflammation can not be avoided.
How to wash reusable diapers?
You can erase them both in the typewriter and manually. If panties with membrane coating, it is strongly recommended not to use when washing their means with aggressive bleaching ingredients - they can destroy this layer.
How many need reusable diapers?
The answer to this question depends on the child's age. Newborns defecate more often than older children, respectively, they need more sets - about 5-6 diapers and about 20-25 inserts. After a year, you can do with three sets and about 10 liners.