Anyone use cloth diapers who live in an apartment?
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This is totally up to you. I use cloth, but they must be washed with a rinse, then a wash, then a rinse cycle and I usually do a load every 2nd day. Then I try to spend every 4th day doing a few loads of other laundry before the diapers. Are there enough machines that you won't be stuck without a washer when you need to do laundry?
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They can probably be machine dried on a very low heat just fine. The elastic might wear out quicker, but it shouldn't be too bad. I would recommend staying with the snap type though, as the hook & loop (velcro-type) might have more of a tendency to curl and catch lint in the dryer. Just make sure you do low heat because the outer water-proof layer could get damaged if the heat is too high.If you have room for one of those folding drying racks, those work well in small apartment spaces. You can easily hang this diaper by folding it in half over the dowels for those racks. FYI, I actually think it dries quicker folded in half, as then both the absorbent pads are hanging down instead of one being on top. They can probably be machine dried on a very low heat just fine. The elastic might wear out quicker, but it shouldn't be too bad. I would recommend staying with the snap type though, as the hook & loop (velcro-type) might have more of a tendency to curl and catch lint in the dryer. Just make sure you do low heat because the outer water-proof layer could get damaged if the heat is too high.If you have room for one of those folding drying racks, those work well in small apartment spaces. You can easily hang this diaper by folding it in half over the dowels for those racks. FYI, I... » Read More They can probably be machine dried on a very low heat just fine. The elastic might wear out quicker, but it shouldn't be too bad. I would recommend staying with the snap type though, as the hook & loop (velcro-type) might have more of a tendency to curl and catch lint in the dryer. Just make sure you do low heat because the outer water-proof layer could get damaged if the heat is too high.If you have room for one of those folding drying racks, those work well in small apartment spaces. You can easily hang this diaper by folding it in half over the dowels for those racks. FYI, I actually think it dries quicker folded in half, as then both the absorbent pads are hanging down instead of one being on top. « Show Less
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I only ran the wash cycle twice and then put them in the dryer. I use a sensitive Tide, there are several to choose from. I didn't use cloth diapers for my first two, but my second two had allergies to disposable diapers and certain soaps. If your little one has a soap allergy I recommend goat's milk soaps and detergents. I love these diaper inserts. They are gentle on baby's skin and very absorbent.
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I looked at their website and there are laundry-use instructions, as well as other kinds of uses.Good luck.
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Yes, I did wash them with other things and also did this with my microfiber rags. I noticed as you did the washing instructions and now I know why my fiber cloths are all messed up. They grab any and all lint, debris etc that will be in the washwater and it clings to them so when you use them again; it could scratch surfaces. I think with the Bissell I would feel safer than regular cloths if you only use on tile/linoleum not hardwoods. What I found is you cannot get the dirt out period, so good luck. Bleaching them in the sink helps but not much.
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There are complaints about every type of diaper out there, disposables included. Most of it is a matter of personal preference. They are more bulky than some disposables but they are way more absorbent and much better for sensitive tushies. The bumGenius freetimes are especially great at containing messes. They are by far my favorite diaper I've tried (and I've tried a LOT). About half of my stash is freetimes.
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No, buy the "prefold" diapers for burp cloths. These are huge and extremely thin like dust cloths.
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I do not use cloth diapers. The spot for diapers is the exact width of a disposable diaper and I believe both diapers are wider? I really wish I could help. It might work for a few cloth diapers maybe 8-10 all together. I really wish I could help you more.
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I think it is more practical to just place a cloth diaper under the baby or else a receiving blanket that can easily be washed, as opposed to spot cleaning or washing the lounger in the machine. The fabric does spot clean easily.
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I don't use a special diaper detergent on our cloth diapers, but regular Seventh Generation detergent. So, I washed the diapers in detergent and the pack in the same load. I did not soak. It seemed to work well.
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It's our nighttime diaper so we use wool longies that we bought on Etsy. They're most affordable there. You prep them then only have to wash once every 3-6 months as needed (unless soiled) since wool is naturally anti microbial and antibacterial. The combo is bulletproof!!
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I use a single hemp insert inside Thristies covers. Works wonderfully. With cloth diapers you should change after every wet, and one insert should be plenty absorbent for one wet. My baby is 4 months old and one wet leaves only half the insert wet, so it theoretically could hold two wets from a baby her size/age, but more likely only one wet for older babies and toddlers. LOVE this system because it is sooo TRIM under clothing!
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I never air dry anymore...I always use the dryer just because I don't have enough diapers to have half drying while the other half are being used and waiting to be washed. I haven't noticed too much wear and tear yet, because they have the flaps that open, they dry MUCH quicker than the bumgenius elemental so they do'nt need as much time in the dryer.
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I have been using the swiffer pads. They are fairly cheap, and you can even get the store brand if you want to go cheaper. I only use the micro clothes if it is laundry day and I am washing anyway. The disposable work great for me.
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Yes, as Emily responded. 4x8x4 are best for diapering. 4x6x4 are good as burp cloths, but might be a little thin to be useful as diapers.
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I use these with the Thirsties covers and nothing else. No snappies or liners are necessary unless you want to use them. There are lots of YouTube videos with some great info and tips for explaining all the different types of cloth diapers. These diapers, along with the Thirsties covers (which last for years!) are by far the cheapest option for cloth diapering, and the least complicated in my opinion.
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You put them over the prefold cotton cloth diaper to keep the moisture from leeching onto your baby's clothing. If you don't have some sort of barrier, you will just have a wet baby! These are great because they are reusable and easy to wash. They don't last forever though, so don't be suprised if you end up needing to buy more after a few months. This brand is a little more durable so far than the store brand at Babies R Us though so we'll see!