13 Reasons to Use Cloth Diapers in 2013

Well, 2013 is off to a great start and we, here at SmartBaby, hope that you and your little one are enjoying the first month of the year, all snuggly and warm.   Since January is also the perfect time to make changes, take steps to improve your life and get started on that plan, we thought it would be perfect to share with you 13 amazing reasons to use cloth diapers in 2013.   If you’re already using cloth diapers, it will be a great reminder as to why they rock and if you don’t, you’ll find out why you need to make the switch NOW.   So, without much ado, here are 13 reasons to cloth diaper in 2013:

1. Cloth Diapers Save Money

That’s right. Simply by being reusable, the initial investment in cloth diapers pays for itself since your little one can literally use them for months, and months to come. No buying additional diaper packs or sizes! Think about the savings!

2. Cloth Diapers are Reusable

Cloth diapers are reusable and not only can you keep using the same diapers for baby until he grows to the next stage, but you can also keep the smaller diapers, should you decide to have another baby.

3. Cloth Diapers are Eco-Friendly

Made of cloth and reusable, cloth diapers don’t end up in landfills across the world. They are gentle for the planet and help you do your part in keeping the earth healthy as well.

4.Cloth Diapers are Gentle for Baby

Something that is good for the Earth has got to be good for your baby. With cloth diapers, you’re keeping harsh chemicals away from your baby’s bottom and giving him the softest, gentlest comfort possible. Not only that, bumGenius, Flip and Econobum cloth diapers have snaps or hook and loop closures as well as encased soft elastic to give baby the greatest comfort.

5. Cloth Diapers are Easy-to-Use

Contrary to popular belief, cloth diapers are super-easy to use. In fact, they’re just as easy as disposable diapers. With the bumGenius all-in-one-, one-size cloth diaper you will find cloth diapering easier than ever.

6. Cloth Diapers are Great Gift Ideas

That’s right. If you have a baby in the family, gift them a set of cloth diapers. They will thank you forever. Not only is it a gift that lasts, it is one that keeps the new baby safe and comfortable.

7. Cloth Diapers are Perfect for Travel

Again, while many may disagree, we’ve shared on the blog earlier about how cloth diapering is great during travel and can be really easy as well.

8. Cloth Diapers Make Potty Training Easier

Babies in disposable diapers never feel wet and don’t learn to identify their bodily cues for toilet training. With cloth diapers, you don’t have that disadvantage. Here is our post on how cloth diapering makes potty training easy.

9. Cloth Diapers Reduce Rashes

Free of harsh chemicals and with regular changes, cloth diapers are an effective way to keep that horrid diaper rash away.

10. Cloth Diapers are Colorful and Cute

Have you seen how adorable our bumGenius cloth diapers are? In bright colors and beautiful prints, your baby can wear a t-shirt and a bumGenius and be dressed!

11. Cloth Diapers Fit Babies Perfectly

Our cloth diapers give baby the perfect fit because they have a 3x3 snap down design which adjusts the fitting to suit baby’s size perfectly.

12. Cloth Diapers are Machine Washable

Owning cloth diapers is not extra work at all. All you have to do is toss the soiled diapers and inserts into the wet bag and then, empty the wet bag into the washing machine and let it do the work for you. Simple.

13. Cloth Diapers Make Your Baby Happy

Finally, and most importantly, cloth diapers will keep your baby happy. Free of rashes, comfortable and snug, your little one will have a ball crawling, kicking, playing and being adorably happy.. all the time. Are you ready to use cloth diapers in 2013? Join the Smart Baby Community on Facebook and share. We look forward to making cloth diapering happy for both baby and you.

How Do Cloth Diapers Make Potty Training Easier for Parents and Babies

One of the major milestones of a baby’s life is moving from diapers to the potty chair. Yes, potty training is something that every parent both looks forward to and dreads. It is exciting because your little one will finally be free from diapers and take a ‘big’ baby step towards independence. It is also scary because there will be accidents, tears, resistance and plenty of repetition.

How can you make potty training easier for both baby and you?

Simple. Cloth Diapers and Training Pants.

That’s right. Here’s how cloth diapers and trainers can help ease and even, speed up the process of potty training.

Cloth Diapers Help Babies Feel Wet While Staying Dry

Yes, StayDry diapers keep baby dry with a suede lining that wicks the moisture away from their little bums. Our StayDry diapers absorb like a sponge pulling moisture inside and away from baby while organic diapers absorb like a towel allowing the baby to feel wet and aiding in early potty training. As our babies grow up and we begin thinking of potty training, it's good to move to organic cotton.  Organic Cotton diapers allow your baby to feel the wetness and become aware of their own bodily sensations.  This increased awareness helps babies and toddlers to let their parents know a change is needed too.

Cloth Diapers Are Reusable So Accidents Don’t Mean Expenses

Potty training with disposables means each time there’s an ‘accident’, you end up flushing money and time down the drain. Literally. However, with cloth trainers you simply toss the trainers into the wash and you’re ready to go again.

Cloth Diaper Trainers Are Easy Enough for Toddlers to Use

The Flip cloth diaper trainers are easy pull-up, pull-down which means that toddlers can use them easily and independently. Once you introduce the potty chair to them, taking them to it, every 2 hours or so and encouraging them to pull down their trainers to go pee or potty will speed up the process. Also, the side snaps ensure that should a messy accident happen, you can change the diaper easily and without a fuss. The form fitting elastic ensures that there aren’t any leakages to embarrass your little one in public and the adjustable, stretch-to-fit waist bands make it comfy for babies 18 months to 4 years! Plus, because the trainers are so easy to use, little ones will not get frustrated and upset. Are you planning to potty train your baby or toddler? Check out our newest arrival, Flip Potty Trainer Kit, that consists of 1 trainer and 3 organic pads to make potty training, safe, gentle and easy for everyone.

How to Choose the Best Cloth Diaper for Every Stage of Baby’s Development

One of the great things about cloth diapers is that you can find one to suit a baby, regardless of their age or stage of development. That is right, whether you have a newborn or a crawler or a soon-to-be potty trained toddler, you can be sure you’ll find a cloth diaper that is best for baby’s stage of development. Here is how to choose the best cloth diaper for various developmental stages:

Cloth Diapers For Newborn Babies

You can start using cloth diapers for your baby right from Day One. That’s right, newborn cloth diapers are sized small and fit baby comfortably and snugly. They also keep baby dry and don’t cause painful rashes. The best part about newborn diapers is that you can reuse them at larger settings as baby grows and till baby is ready to move on to the next diapering stage. However, keep a watch to see if baby’s diapers start leaking more often or are fuller quickly because as baby grows , the diaper may still fit but it wouldn’t be as functional.

The newborn diapers from bumGenius have Hook and Loops closures which stretch for a perfect fit from 6 to 12 kgs. They are easy to use all in one diapers which means no extra inserts to deal with.

Recommended diapering solution: BumGenius Newborn one size all in one cloth diaper

Cloth Diapering Crawlers and Walkers

Crawlers and walkers can choose from a range of cloth diapering options, including all-in-ones and pocket cloth diapers, such as the bumGenius and Flip, that are not only easy-to-use but also practical and super absorbent. Plus, they are sized to fit babies weighing 7-35 kgs. Also, since these diapers are one-size diapers, you will be able to use them until your little one is ready to be potty trained.

These diapers also give you a choice to have stay-dry or organic inserts or lining as well as choice of closures- Hook and Loop or Snap closures.

Recommended diapering solution: We recommend Stay-dry diapers for younger babies and for moms who like their baby to be dry and comfortable. For older babies, organic is a great option to help in early potty training as baby will feel the wetness and sensation of doing potty. Available in both bumGenius and Flip diapers. We recommend Hook and Loop for parents looking for a quick and easy diaper change and we recommend snaps for active babies that need a more secure fit.

Cloth Diaper Solutions for Potty Training

Finally, did you know that using cloth diapers is a great way to kickstart early potty training. Not just that, here at Smart Baby, we want to make sure that the phase of baby’s development is stress-free and comfortable for both you and your baby. So, we have trainer pants that are perfectly suited to help toddlers learn to identify wetness and also, independently pull them up or down as they learn to go potty. 

Recommended diapering solution: Flip Potty Trainer Kit with one trainer with 3 organic cotton pads. Regardless of what age and stage your baby is at, you can be sure that you’ll find the perfect cloth diapering solution to help you keep baby dry and comfortable. Reusable, easy-to-use and best of all, safe, cloth diapers make every stage of baby’s life a happy and tear-free one.