Caring for Diaper Covers
Fleece & So SimpleWe all know how much wetness babies produce. Fleece is 100% polyester and allows air to circulate through the cover. This reduces diaper rash caused by prolonged exposure to wetness. In addition, it is soft to the touch, dries in a flash, and can withstand laundry abuse.
Fleece is the *wonder fabric* of the reusable diapering world. Dryer sheets can help to make it even more water resistant. I do only suggest this as a last resort though if you have some leaking. I normally wash my covers with any old load of laundry as long as it isn't really soiled and needing special attention. In a world full of *diaper washing no no's*... here is some relief. There is almost no wrong way to wash fleece. Tip: If you suddenly find that your fleece is leaking, simply switch laundry soaps (use Dr.Bronner's for a change or even mild dish soap). This should solve the problem. If it doesn't, Nikwax products will come to the rescue. Stretch Wool Diaper CoversHand wash your wool cover in cold water with like colors. Hang to dry. You may have a bit of shrinkage after the first washing. You may re-lanolize as needed. We recommend using Eucalan wool wash to care for your covers. It has natural lanolin right in the bottle. You never have to worry about when to lanolize. It is done for you each time you wash. **Note** Dark colored wool will bleed. See the note below to fix the dyes. *Tip* For bleeding wool:
(if you rinse before allowing to completely cool, you may unintentionally felt your garment) |
 Happy Heinys WetBagsOn the go a lot? Grab a wet bag to take along on your trips. They come in a wide variety of colors to match your diapers!! |
