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I'm thinking of making the CD switch

lilylowlilylow member
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I thought of cloth diapering from the begining, but I just got entirely to over whelmed with all of the options and possibilities.  Now that LO is five months old and we have a routine and I know more of what being a mom entails I'm curious about starting.

Is it to late to start?

Suggestions on where to go and how to start would be great!

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Re: I'm thinking of making the CD switch

  • desertlady86desertlady86 member

    DO IT!!!!

    I always wanted to CD also but was overwhelmed by all the options also. The ladies here recommended getting a trial. This is the on I got. https://www.momsmilkboutique.com/ClothDiaperTrial.html

    I regret not starting sooner!

    ETA: I've only been CDing for about a month now and LOVE it!

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  • ananas19ananas19

    Definitely not too late to start! Actually, it's probably perfect because your LO will easily fit into one-size styles. :)

    There is an FAQ link at the top of the board that contains a lot of information. It can be easy to get overwhelmed with all the information, but just keep reading and you'll figure it out in no time. CDing is really pretty easy once you get used to it. Good luck!

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  • uluvfrankeuluvfranke member
    Even though it has already been said,it is never too late to start. I don't really have a favorite or any direction to lead you in. I tried several types to see what works for us. Shockingly most diapers work for us so I have a big variety.
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  • CeltiCutieCeltiCutie member

    it's never too late! Especially if you plan to have more LO's! :) I started around 10 months with DD#1. I originally wanted to do it with her but DH wasn't so sure and then we just got to parenting and I kinda forgot. Plus since our day care provider wasn't on board I figured it'd be more hassle than it was worth. Once we decided to TTC #2 and that I would then be a WAHM, the choice was clear. I told DH we were going to try them with her, got a bunch of used diapers from a friend of mine and we were on our way! DH loved them, I loved them and we never looked back! I started stashing up for 2 in cloth from there!

    We have had great experiences with the bumgenius diapers. I haven't heard too many people who tried them complain about them actually. I also love fitteds just because of the cuteness factor. Many gals here love AI2's now since they are a combo of the cuteness of fitteds but with the ease of a pocket/AIO diaper. I, personally, like having a "varied" stash with all different types of diapers for different situations. I have had no issues buying used either. I recommend Spot's corner. Pick up a few different types of diapers and see what you like and go from there!

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  • AimeeL85AimeeL85 member
    It's not too late at all! We started at 5 months.  My reasons for not doing it sooner were the same as yours, I think.  When I was pregnant there seemed to be so much to worry about, figure out, get ready etc.  I was overwhelmed and the thought of figuring out cloth diapering on top of everything else just seemed like too much.  I wish I had known how easy it was and how much I would enjoy it!
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  • newly_nauglernewly_naugler

    I'm hoping to make the switch this weekend and LO is 13 mths old. I don't really know what I'm doing, but I found these few tips from other moms that I'm going to follow:

    Wash, wash, wash new diapers so they absorb better

    Use detergent designed for cloth diapers, no softners or bleach

    No diaper cream unless a rash then use a liner

    Don't buy all the same kind at first. There may be different ones that you like better.

    Those are the main ones I'm going to follow. Also the other moms said that just because the diaper is more expensive then another, that doesn't mean it's any better. Good luck.

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  • bugandbibsbugandbibs member
    Welcome! I would recommend that you just buy a bunch of different kinds styles of CDs to see what you like.  A good way to go is to buy used or seconds to save a little money at first.  If you buy online, I really like Kelly's Closet (free shipping and free diaper) because they carry a wide variety of brands.

    Our fav dipes are grovia AI2, sbish fitteds, GM, econappis, and babykicks hemp inserts.  As far as covers go, we prefer using sized styles instead of one size options.
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