Homewashing Cloth Diapers
Home laundering your baby’s diapers can be almost as labor-free as using diaper service. You surely do not have to get your hands dirty to get your diapers clean. These tips are from advice given by cloth-diaper-washing experts (a.k.a. moms) all over the world.
Wash Your Baby’s Diapers at Home in 5 Easy Steps!
- Step 1: Store
Always use a regular diaper hamper to store used diapers
Never use a bucket filled with water–it’s a safety hazard
- Step 2: Rinse
Pre-rinse diapers in cold water
Pre-soak for heavier soil
- Step 3: Wash
Always wash a full load of diapers
Always wash in hot water
Never overfill your washer
Never overuse detergent
- Step 4: Rinse
Rinse in cold water with added vinegar
Rinse 1-2 more times in cold water
- Step 5: Dry
For soft diapers, machine dry
For economy, line dry
This is a natural laundering method that does not include the use of chemical bleach or fabric softener. This method can give a highly satisfactory result–without the addition of these chemicals to your baby’s diapers. If, however, you feel these products are necessary for a satisfactory outcome, first try a very small amount and always rinse well.
Need More Information?
If you’d like to know more about washing diapers at home, consider purchasing my e-book entitled Home-Washing Your Baby’s Diapers. Every step outlined above is covered in more detail, with explanations, definitions, and measurements for your convenience. Also included is information about the supplies needed for cloth diapering and washing at home, as well as those items that make the job just that much easier. This 14-page guide is packed full of information and will help you experience success as a home-washer.