With the recent resurgence of cloth diapers, what are the pros and cons of cloth diapers as opposed to disposables? Parents can be quite divided on this topic, so we will try to list the advantages and disadvantages of ach type of diaper.
As an average baby will need about 5000 diapers, this is a very important area to consider. A decision to use cloth diapers will not only have a great impact on your baby’s comfort and health, it will also have financial and environmental consequences for you.
(A) Cloth Diapers:
Cloth diapering has been around since the dawn of time. The material has obviously developed over time, and some cloth diapers now even have double or triple layers and a multiple, fiber-filled strip, making them much more absorbent than older styles.
For:-
Cheaper – cloth diapers can be expensive at the start, but in the long run they should work out more economical, depending on what source you choose.
Diaper-rash - cloth-diapered babies tend to have less diaper-rash, because natural cotton fibers ‘breathe’ more easily.
Recycle – can be used for other children, so works out even cheaper if you are planning a large family!
Also cloth diapers don’t go to landfill.
Potty – cloth diapered children tend to potty-train earlier, because the cloth tends to hold moisture closer to baby’s skin.
Against:-
Diaper Pins – usually fastened with diaper pins, but now you can also find ones with Velcro or snap fasteners.
Creche – some daycare centers may refuse to allow children attending with cloth diapers.
Travel – can be messy to use on the go, and are not appropriate for travel. (Many cloth-diaper users will use disposables when traveling, or just being out and about.)
Leaking – cloth diapers may leak more than disposables, especially if not used as they shoulld be.
(B) Disposable Diapers:
Disposable diapers have been around in a major way since the late sixties. Their popularity grew with technology advances over the years, and they have seen many changes.
For:-
Easy to use – disposables are definitely the easy option. They are an all-in-one product, handy nd fast to use.
Disposable – disposables are thrown away once used, unlike cloth diapers which naturally need to be washed.
Portable – easy to travel with as per above.
Tight and Snug – disposables tend to leak less than cloth. They have a tight, snug fit and are very absorbent.
Against:-
Cost – as they are disposable, you will need to buy more regularly and you will probably spend more on disposables.
Not Green – badd for the environment, it is estimated that around 6 million tons of untreated waste is deposited into landfills due to disposable diapers every year. Disposable diapers take a very long time to decompose.
Potty – harder to potty-train as toddlers cannot feel the wetness as much as with cloth diapers, so it’s harder for them to potty-train.
Diaper-rash – according to one study, 78% of kids using disposable diapers get diaper-rash, compared to only 8% of cloth-diapered babies.
Baby health - this is now the biggest concern as the chemicals used to make the super-absorbency of disposable diapers is generally sodium polyacrylate, which has been linked to TSS (Toxic Shock Syndrome) and can cause allergic reactions.
Overall, the decision to use disposable diapers or cloth diapers is a very personal one. There is no one right answer for everyone. Consider the options carefully, and choose what is best for you and your family and your schedule.
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