Cloth Diapering an Infant – What’s Best?

See the first part of this series – “Cloth Diapering an Infant – What’s Cheapest?” here. ————————————— In a nutshell?  Prefolds.  Especially if you have an...

Cloth Diapering an Infant – What’s Cheapest?

Many cloth diaper mamas use disposables on a newborn.  And I’m not judging.  🙂  They only stay in those small sizes for a short amount of time; is it worth it to invest in cloth diapers? That depends on two factors: What kind of diapers are you using? and How...

My Craftiness: New Velcro for the bumGenius Diapers

The problem with velcro diapers: First, the handy laundry tabs go bad, then the velcro tabs get loose in the wash and collect all kinds of lint and hair. Then they go in the dryer and the tabs start curling, like this: Which is only half because of the dryer, really,...

How I Wash My Diapers – New and Improved

My old washing routine was giving me some stink issues and rash issues, so I had to search for a new one.  And, by gum, I think I’ve got it. My old routine involved 1/4 cup free-and-clear detergent.  (My bumGenius tags told me to.)  Then I found a site that told...

Reducing the Cost of Birth and Babies: Part Two – Babies

In Part One, I introduced a few ideas on how to reduce the cost of a birthing experience.  Now I’d like to share what I know about how to actually afford to bring the baby home. The main way to save money in this area is to change your frame of mind when it...