Cloth Diapering Overnight: How to Make It Work

Using cloth diapers is easier for most parents during the day. However, when it comes to nighttime cloth diapering, things get a little tricky. Parents, especially exhausted, overwhelmed, tired new parents, are more than willing to put on a disposable diaper and have baby sleep uninterrupted. Well, what if we told you that you can do the same with your cloth diapers. That is true. Cloth diapering can be just as effective in the night as during the day and MUCH safer too as compared to disposable diapers. No harsh chemicals against baby’s bottom all through the night. Isn’t that wonderful?

Why is Nighttime Diapering Tough?

To begin with most babies are nursed or fed before they sleep and so if you have a baby who sleeps through the night, chances are he or she would soak his diaper in the middle of the night. Even if you’re doing middle-of-the-night feeds, changing a diaper is a whole different ball game and many babies get very irritable when their nice, warm bottom is exposed to the cold night air. So you need a nighttime cloth diapering solution to keep baby dry and your sanity intact. Here is how to make overnight cloth diapering work for you and your baby:

Increase Absorbency of Cloth Diapers

Begin by increasing the absorbency of your daytime diapers by using doublers, like the ones from Hemp Babies. Hemp is more absorbent than regular inserts and being thinner will not make a diaper bulky and uncomfortable. You can use the doublers in diapers like, the Flip or bumGenius Freetime and increase the absorbency ensuring fewer changes while baby sleeps comfortably.

Add a Layer of Moisture Resistance

Using cloth diapers that have a fleece inner that flicks away the moisture is another great way to make nighttime diapering easier since that lets baby feel dry and comfy. For instance, in the Flip, the inserts are made of 3 absorbent layers of microfiber and a smooth stay-dry suede that wicks away moisture from your baby's bum - keeping baby drier, longer. Coupled with a doubler, this diaper will be as absorbent and comfortable as a disposable, if not better.

Tweak and Try Solutions for the Perfect Nightime Diaper

Finally, remember that with everything related to cloth diapering, you will need to tweak the solutions you have till you find something that is perfect for both you and your baby. Have a question about nighttime diapering? Ask us in the SmartBaby Facebook community!

Top 4 Reasons to Get Diaper Doublers for Your Baby Today

Cloth diapering while extremely simple and easy-to-do requires few special “components” to make it effective and comfy for both baby and you. Diaper doublers by Hemp Babies are one such component that can really make cloth diapering a joy for your little one and you.

What Are Diaper Doublers?
Hemp Babies Diaper Doublers are made of hemp fleece composed of 55% Hemp, 45% Certified organic cotton! Two extra layers of hemp add that extra bit of absorbency and the two sizes are perfect for smaller as well as larger diapers. Here are 4 great reasons to get your stash of diaper doublers today:

Diaper Doublers are Great to Use for Night Time Diapering

When you want to use cloth diapers in the night, doublers are a blessing since they’ll keep baby feeling drier for longer, which means better sleep for both baby and you. The organic fleece will ensure that moisture is wicked gently away and doesn’t cause rashes. In fact, if you want your baby to have an uninterrupted afternoon nap, you should use a doubler for greater comfort.

Diaper Doublers Increase Asborbency When Out and About

Traveling with baby or going to the mall? Reduce the number of diaper changes you’ll need to make by using a doubler to boost absorbency and increase comfort. Win!

Diaper Doublers Are Perfect When Baby is With Care Providers

Nannies, grandparents and day care providers will be less resistant to using cloth diapers when they know your baby wouldn’t need frequent changes. For more tips on introducing cloth diapering to care providers, do read this post.

Diaper Doublers Prevent Diaper Leaks

Finally, a diaper double cuts down on leaky diapers and reduces the number of messes you’ll have to clean up. Doesn’t that sound like the best reason ever?

  Parents’ Speak Here’s what some happy parents have to say about the doubler: “This is an awesome buy !!!!! i bought this for using in nights, and this has fared exceptionally well :). My daughter isn’t a heavy wetter and using a hemp babies doubler with a flip stay dry ensures that my daughter has a 12 hr sleep uninterrupted by wetness.. Trust me even after 12hrs her bottom is dry..I would HIGHLY recommend this !!!!!” ~ Waseema Ammara “Why did I choose Hemp babies diaper doublers? 1. I was in need for extra absorbency when I use prefolds on my baby boy every morning before his shower for nearly two hours. I wanted him to be pampered in the softness of pure cotton under his bottom and hence I use Indian/Chinese prefolds for sometime in a day. I was looking for a doubler so that I need not want to change him twice for 2 hours. 2. I wanted a doubler in Hemp because of the following reasons a.Hemp is an Eco- friendly 'super fabric'. b. It is a strong fabric and most durable.It is a cool choice for summer for my baby as it breathes well. It can absorb moisture very well. c. It has very good features such as hypo-allergic,anti microbial irritation free which keeps my baby rashes free But the only disadvantage of hemp is that it wrinkles easily and can be scratchy on my baby's buttery soft bottom. :(.So I wanted a hemp doubler blended with cotton to give a softer feeling for my little one. “ ~ Vimi Hary So, now that you know how awesome a diaper doubler can be, it is time to get your stash now and make cloth diapering a greater joy!

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