The choice between the different types of diapers available is a matter of personal preference while taking into consideration all of the topics discussed in my previous blog posts. There really is no one best type of diaper that is good for every baby.
Deciding to use cloth or disposable diapers depends on your lifestyle, personal preference, finances and your concern for the environment.
The choice that is right for you and your baby may be different from the one that's right for your friend and her baby. The best thing to do is know the advantages and disadvantages between cloth and disposable diapers, talk with your doctor, discuss it with your wife or husband and make a decision on what you think is best for your baby. Whichever diaper you decide on now, you may find that your baby develops diaper rash more frequently later or has some type of allergic reaction. This could be sensitivity to your choice. If this occurs, don't fight it, just switch. Try a different type of diaper, a different brand or go from cloth to paper or vice versa. If your baby ever shows signs of having a reaction to a diaper you should always notify your doctor. The reaction you might be seeing could just be a small rash, but it could be a more severe allergic reaction. Your doctor can tell you exactly what it is and what you should do.
I hope that this helps some of you parents out there to know what the options are, maybe you'll be less intimidated by cloth diapering. It's come along way from when our Grandmothers did it, and their mothers before them and so on. Take a leap of faith on yourself and give it a try, it could be the right thing for you and your family.
With Love,
Jess
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