I'm confused about Wool. but i think i want some haha

DeAnna&DavidRyder

Do you put wool soakers OVER a CD as the cover?

From what I understand. A wool soaker goes over a fitted, flat or prefold?

Also, lanolizing wool makes it more waterproof or what? I've found instructions on HOW to. but no one explains WHY to. haha

One last thing. does anyone know where to get wool shorties for cheap?!

I've found that they all seem to be at least 20 or more.

Just kidding one more question.

with flats, prefolds, fitteds, do you change the cover ever time you change the inside? and if we're just hanging out around the house do I need to put a cover on LO with flats prefolds and fitteds? 

 I'm slowly starting to understand all this stuff haha.

UTKD

DeAnna&DavidRyder:

Do you put wool soakers OVER a CD as the cover?  Yes.  The wool IS the cover.  

From what I understand. A wool soaker goes over a fitted, flat or prefold?  I put wool over anything -- fitted, PF, flat, and even AIOs and pockets for extra protection.  Wool is breathable, so wool makes great pants that can be worn over anything. 

Also, lanolizing wool makes it more waterproof or what? I've found instructions on HOW to. but no one explains WHY to. haha  I'm not a wool expert -- I just use the stuff and LOVE it! -- but, yes, wool needs to be lanolized to be waterproof. 

One last thing. does anyone know where to get wool shorties for cheap?!  There are many sellers on Etsy with wool covers and pants less than $20.  Upcycled wool soakers on Etsy are not very expensive.  Some do not come lanolized, so you will need to lanolize them before use as covers.

I've found that they all seem to be at least 20 or more.

Just kidding one more question.

with flats, prefolds, fitteds, do you change the cover ever time you change the inside? and if we're just hanging out around the house do I need to put a cover on LO with flats prefolds and fitteds?  I change the wool cover at a diaper change only if it's wet or soiled.  Otherwise, I just put it back on over the new diaper.  I always put a cover on my LO b/c she pees like an elephant.  I think some mamas are brave enough, or their LOs don't pee that much, to go coverless. 

 I'm slowly starting to understand all this stuff haha.  Wool is really awesome.  It is anti-bacterial, so once dry, they don't smell at all, even if peed on.  I wash my wool every few weeks or when soiled.  My LO wears wool at night over a fitted, and it's bullet proof.

HTH! 

DeAnna&DavidRyder

Thanks that really cleared things up.

about changing the covers tho.. i was actually talking about regular covers. i'm just confused why i've been recommended 6 covers for a 2-3 day wash if i'm using fitteds. that is only 2-3 covers a day... 

UTKD

When I used PFs exclusively, and I had four PUL covers (or, I guess you are calling them "regular covers") in rotation.  If they are not soiled (pooped on), you can wipe off the PUL covers and hang them up or put them on a drying rack to dry to use at the next diaper change.  So, 2-3 PUL covers may be enough for one day.  However, I did hand wash my PUL covers daily -- they dry pretty quickly, esp in the sun.  If a wool cover gets really wet, it may take a while for it to dry, so you may not be able to use it at the next diaper change. 

I use fitteds on the weekends (my LO wears AIOs and pockets at daycare), and I have 3 wool soakers (covers), 2 pairs of wool pants/longies, and three overnight wool covers (more heavy weight).  I have some PUL covers as well, but I don't use them.  I like wool better.  

Dr.Loretta

DeAnna&DavidRyder:

Do you put wool soakers OVER a CD as the cover?

Yes, but only over prefolds or fitteds. It's not necessary for CDs with a waterproof cover.

From what I understand. A wool soaker goes over a fitted, flat or prefold?

Yes

Also, lanolizing wool makes it more waterproof or what? I've found instructions on HOW to. but no one explains WHY to. haha

Yes. It increases water resistance/repelling

One last thing. does anyone know where to get wool shorties for cheap?!

I've found that they all seem to be at least 20 or more.

I have one from LittleFriendsbySarah that was more like $12. I also made a few.

Just kidding one more question.

with flats, prefolds, fitteds, do you change the cover ever time you change the inside? and if we're just hanging out around the house do I need to put a cover on LO with flats prefolds and fitteds? 

You'll likely have to change one because it becomes damp and you'll need to let it dry out. But you don't have to wash it every time. Only if it gets soiled or smelly.

 I'm slowly starting to understand all this stuff haha.

DeAnna&DavidRyder

Thanks guys! I had mostly assumed the answers to my questions but wanted to clarify before I go out and buy a bunch of stuff.

I really appreciate it!