Parents are often faced with difficult choices regarding their babies. Choosing the right kind of diaper is one that often makes new parents break out into a sweat. It doesn’t matter if you are a cloth-nappy or a disposable-diaper type of parent, we are here to make a case for both and leave the decision in your hands.

“The anxiety is absolutely crippling! I always used to think ten times before even making a simple decision for my baby. Will this baby powder cause skin diseases later? Should I put mustard seed oil in my baby’s ears as my grandmother has advised, or is it too outdated and might harm my baby? Cloth diapers…or… infant disposable diapers? The questions were endless! I just wish I had somebody who knew the best of both traditional and modern worlds to help out in my parenting journey.” – Sarla ji, a 30-year-old woman from Jaipur,
Rajasthan.

Well, Sarla ji didn’t have us back then, but guess what? We are here now to hand- hold all the parents who are in need of a guide who does not just know their stuff but also understands their frustrations and concerns well.

Let’s first delve into the pros and cons of cloth diapers:

Pros of using cloth diapers

When you think of cloth diapers do you think of repeated washes, ever-opening safety pins and the past? Think again. With the world cloth diapers have evolved, too. With velcro and snap closures, 2022’s cloth nappies are both easy to wear and remove.

• They come in different sizes and shapes to fit the body of your baby and,
• Since you are not throwing them away, they are pretty economical too.
• Branded nappies are equipped with elastic bands around the waist and waterproof leg-openings to prevent any leaks or spillages.

These might be your best option if you are trying to live a greener life and don’t want to add to the garbage in the landfills.

Cons of using cloth diapers

But Ladies and gentlemen, with great intentions comes great responsibilities, too!

• One thing that you should bear in mind before going for cloth nappies is that these are reusable and for that you will be subjected to scooping poop out of your baby’s nappies (quite often, if we may add). We know that this proposition has already turned off parents and guardians whose schedules are filled to the brim, even if they aren’t, taking care of a little baby is no small task. If you can make the commitment of washing tons of soiled nappies after a day’s work, go right ahead! (Also consider: Babies’ poop is mostly runny, so best of luck with that!)
• This is going to be the icing on the cake of disappointments, because guess what? A cloth nappy lasts for a really short while, before your baby needs a change.
• Cloth diapers are also, sadly, nowhere near as absorbent as disposable diapers. You might need twice as many cloth diapers for your baby.
• Now, let us also consider the resources that you will need to clean these soiled nappies: energy and clean water, and bottles and bottles of disinfectant detergents you will end up using lest your baby catch an infection.
• What would you also need to invest in? The good old scion of yesteryears, the oilcloth. Why? Nappies leak.

If you’re tired of changing your Bombay Dyeing duvet, read on.

Pros of using disposable diapers

Infant disposable diapers are the best friend every new mom needs.

• They are hypoallergenic, so your little one is always protected from nasties such as rashes, bacteria and infections.
• New moms need all the rest they can get, and for that disposable diapers are ideal. These can be put on your baby once and disposed of once they are soiled or have reached their capacity.
• Not to mention how easily disposable diapers are available everywhere, from ordering from online websites to general stores, you can find them everywhere.
• Disposable diapers are filled with absorbent gel molecules that soak the liquid and then turn it into gel form so there are no leaks, spillages or nasty messes to clean up later.
• They also generally last 3X longer than cloth diapers- overnight diapers even more so. Put your baby in one to have blissful, uninterrupted eight hours of sleep.
• Disposables allow for quick diaper changes wherever you are, no worrying about where to hide the soiled diaper if you’re in public.

Snuggy Gold Diaper Pants have been rated the ‘Best disposable diapers for newborns’ by several new mothers.

Cons of using disposable diapers

Unfortunately, disposables might not be it for you if you are looking for environment-friendly options. Single-use diapers contain some amount of plastic, which doesn’t mix with the soil naturally. It is not exactly clear how long diapers take to break down and mix into the soil.

With all of that said, we would also take a moment to inform you that there are really good quality incinerators that are being used by individuals at both the administrative and personal levels. These incinerators convert diaper waste into ash and combustible gases within seconds. Incinerators today are mobile, some produce little to no smoke or foul smell while at work.

That’s from us today! If you’re still losing sleep over any other burning questions, feel free to comment! We’ll be back with tips, tricks and diapering secrets. 🙂