Traveling with a baby while using cloth diapers presents unique challenges, such as managing routines and logistics. However, with careful planning and a mindset of acceptance and intention, it becomes manageable. Essential items include wet bags, extra diapers, and washing supplies, all aiding in smoother travel experiences with cloth diapering.
This post explores the author's journey with cloth diapering, emphasizing its impact on motherhood and sustainability. Initially skeptical, the author found comfort in traditional solutions like flat diapers and wool covers, while transitioning to cloth pads for menstrual hygiene. This lifestyle change fostered a deeper connection to nature and conscious consumerism.
Disposable diapers may be convenient, but they come at a hidden cost — to your baby’s skin, your wallet, and our planet. In this post, we explore what conscious diapering really looks like, from choosing organic cloth options to building a hybrid routine that works for modern parents. We also unpack the eco-marketing myths around bamboo disposables and share tips for safer, smarter choices when you do use disposables. Because what touches your baby, touches the planet too.
We grew up whispering about periods, navigating pain in silence, and using products we never really chose. This post dives into the quiet stigma around menstrual hygiene — from skipped biology lessons to plastic-packed disposables — and why it’s time to change the narrative. Because menstrual health is not just about products; it’s about dignity, awareness, and informed choices.
Ever heard your mom say “ShhShh” during diaper changes? Turns out, that age-old instinct has a name — Elimination Communication. In this blog, I share how we stumbled into EC, what it really means, and how it made cloth diapering easier (and cleaner!). From baby cues to zero-poop days, this is a gentle parenting journey with plenty of aha moments.
Diapers & the Law: Where are the Regulations? While countries like Japan, Korea, and the EU have regulations for diaper & sanitary napkin ingredients, India has none. In China, there is a mandatory regulation in place for baby diapers under…
Dissecting the Diaper: Each Layer has a story And a CHEMICAL! A disposable diaper has basically three layers. Each of them has a story—and a chemical. 1. The Top Layer (Stay-Dry Layer): This sits against your baby’s skin and is…
The author shares their journey from using disposable to cloth diapers, emphasizing the negative impacts of disposables on health and the environment. Transitioning to cloth not only improved their parenting approach, fostering more intentional choices, but also reinforced a commitment to sustainability. Ultimately, it's an informed decision for healthier babies and a cleaner world.
So, if you're worried that bulky cloth diapers might slow down your baby's growth, chill out! They won’t delay rolling, crawling, or walking. In fact, a bit of bulk might even help them walk faster. Focus on comfort and absorbency over trimness, and enjoy the eco-friendly ride of cloth diapering!
Marion Donovan invented the first disposable diaper in the 1950s, revolutionizing baby care. Today’s diapers are convenient but raise concerns about health and environmental impact. This series explores the balance between comfort and the consequences of disposable diapers.
