Thursday, July 14, 2011

Going Trendy, Green, and Thrifty

Yes, we switched to cloth diapers.  It was a decision accompanied by hours of research, deliberation, and analysis.  I'm actually really excited.

Pros

  • It's cool.
  • Clara looks so cute in them! 
  • They're effective and user friendly.
  • Fewer blow-outs
  • It saves money!  Despite the initial cost, they'll have "paid" for themselves in 9 months.  After that it's basically free to diaper Clara and any future children, as long as they endure, which supposedly will be a long time.  ...One can only hope after going to the trouble and expense.  
Cons

  • More laundry
  • More contact with unappealing diaper contents
  • Smellier nursery

Hopefully my enthusiasm will continue.  Cost aside, I'm glad I'll no longer contribute such a large volume of diapers to the local landfill each month.


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