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Q. What is Happy Heiny's?

A. Happy Heiny's® is one of the largest manufactures of modern cloth diapers as well as wool and fleece diaper covers, offering a wide range of environmentally safe, economical cloth diapering products for infants, toddlers, bed-wetters and adults worldwide.

Q. How was Happy Heiny's started?

A. Linda created her own cloth diaper products in January 2002 in response to the birth of her youngest child, Sarah Grace, who was born prematurely and developed chronic lung disease from the ventilator which also helped save her life.  Due to the chemicals in disposable diapers, doctors recommended switching to cloth diapers in hopes of decreasing Sarah Grace's need for further medications and potential hospitalizations.

After making the change to cloth diapers, doctors documented a 50 percent decrease in her need for hospitalization and medication.  However, the cloth diapers that were on the market at the time did not fit Sarah Grace correctly due to her petite size.  Further research found that there not any cloth diaper products on the market at that time made specifically for premature babies. As a result, Linda created her own cloth diapers that fit Sarah Grace comfortably and didn't cause rashes.  

As Linda continued to sew cloth diapers for her daughter, on occasion she would have extra diapers that she would then sell on eBay.  Much to Linda's surprise, her cloth diapers were quickly selling on the online auction site – fetching as much as $250 per diaper!  Linda quickly realized that other mothers could benefit from safe and easy-to-use cloth diapers and thus, Happy Heiny's was “born.”

Q. What makes Happy Heiny's products superior?

A. All of Happy Heiny's products products are made in the United States by working moms. The family-owned business prides itself on providing its customers with consistent sizing, excellent customer service and more importantly, superior products.

Happy Heiny's diapers are the next generation in cloth diapering.  Products include either Aplix® hook and loop closures, similar to Velcro but made to withstand hundreds of uses and washes, and do not use dangerous diaper pins.  Additionally, the modern designed diapers are made of luxuriously soft custom-milled fleece that is comfortable and helps to reduce rashes. Happy Heiny's products and cloth diapers, which are easy to use and less expensive than disposables, are made of luxuriously soft, custom-milled fleece with no dioxins, thus reducing rashes.
The Happy Heiny's consistent sizing diaper design guarantees that when customers order a size, that size is consistently accurate.  The diapers are all handmade and quality inspected.  Uniquely, Happy Heiny's wide product offering allows parents the ability to choose the absorption rate, via the diaper insert options, which are sold separately.

Q. What are the benefits of cloth diapers versus disposables?

A. Cloth diapers help maintain our environment while also providing a healthy alternative to mothers. 18 billion disposable diapers are thrown in landfills each year, taking as many as 500 years to decompose. Currently, disposable diapers make up the third largest single consumer item in our waste system after newspapers and beverage containers.

It takes upwards of 82,000 tons of plastic and 1.3 million tons of wood pulp, or a quarter-million trees, to manufacture the disposable diapers that cover the bottoms of 90 percent of the babies born in the US.

Ultimately, cloth diapers are a safer and environmentally friendly option for parents.

Q. What products does Happy Heiny's offer?

A. Happy Heiny's offers a wide range of cloth diaper products to fit the individual needs of babies and parents.

The Happy Heiny's Pocket Diapers can be used on their own as a diaper or as a cover for added protection. The Pocket Diapers are made of custom-milled fleece and 100 percent laminated polyester outers which will keep you and your baby dry.  The prints are excellent for daytime use and the solid colors are ideal for long trips, overnight use and for heavy wetters.  

Happy Heiny's Huggers™ are the company's popular Sherpa fitted diapers.  They are made of two layers of highly absorbent Sherpa and three layers of terrycloth for maximum protection – without being too bulky.  Heiny Huggers are available in natural off-white.  Happy Heiny's Huggers do require a cover. For best results, Wool or Fleece covers are recommended.

Happy Hempys are fitted diapers and do need to be used with a cover.  The diaper is made of two layers of Hemp Fleece, which is a combination of 55 percent hemp and 45 percent cotton.  Parents can choose an optional layer of custom-milled micro fleece on the inside to keep the baby feeling dry; the Happy Hempy without micro fleece is an all natural diaper.

Happy Heiny's Hemp Stuffins and Inserts, which are placed into the diaper and replaced with each diaper change, provide seven layers of hemp fleece in the desired wet zone for the child. The Stuffins, which are completely chemical-free, are uniquely designed to fit Happy Heiny's Pocket Diapers and Happy Hempy fitted diapers.  They have a contoured shape for the very best fit.

Hemp Stuffins feature a pocket design that adds extra absorbency where the baby needs it without increasing the bulk of the diaper.  Happy Heiny‘s suggests placing the oval all the way to the front of the Stuffin for boys; while girls ovals should be placed in the center. The small oval insert slip stays safely in place and the Stuffins get better with each washing.  Extra ovals are available as needed.

The Micro-Fiber Stuffins are made with specially manufactured micro fiber terry inserts and three layers of soft, very absorbent micro fiber, which allow parents to choose the absorption rate that fits the individual baby. This creates more flexibility and freedom for busy parents who may need diapers to last longer because of activity and time of day.

Happy Heiny's also offers diapering accessories, including wet bags that fit five to eight wet diapers inside (depending on the diaper size).  Unlike other wet bags that use zippers, Happy Heiny's wet bags have an Aplix closure, allowing for quick, one-handed closure and keeps unpleasant odors inside the bag.

Momma or Me Tote Bags are small enough to be convenient to carry and yet are big enough for a few unused diapers, a wallet and keys.  Each tote is equipped with an outside pocket and a Velcro closure. The larger pocket also has a Velcro closure for quick access.

Regular and Postpartum/Overnight Mama Pads The Regular Mama Pads consist of two layers of Hemp Fleece with a layer of custom milled micro-fleece and a single outer layer of PUL to prevent leaks.  Each pad was designed with wings including snaps to hold the pad in place. Postpartum/Overnight Mama Pads consist of three layers of Hemp Fleece, with a layer of custom milled micro-fleece and a single outer layer of PUL to prevent leaks.  Each pad also has wings with snaps to hold the pad in place. These pads are longer and thicker than Regular Mama Pads and are great for overnight or for heavy flow. 

Hemp Jersey Breast Pads have five thick layers for excellent absorption during nursing.  Each pad measures five inches in diameter and provides full protection. All Jersey Breast Pads have been pre-washed to prime the fabric. For heavy leaking, Happy Heiny's recommends individuals use its Hemp Fleece Breast Pads.  Including three layers of Hemp Fleece for excellent absorption, each pad measures five inches in diameter.

Happy Heiny's Pocket Trainers are designed particularly with a busy toddler in mind and makes it easy for potty training as children can pull the trainers up and down since it's equipped with an elastic waistband.  Snaps can also be added for ease in messy clean ups and to make stuffing easier.  Another option is to add snaps to one side or have the trainers sewn shut to better accommodate older bed wetters.

Q. What is the cost of Happy Heiny's products?

A.  Prices range from $15.95 to $21.95 per diaper and diapers come in a variety of sizes, colors and trendy prints.

Q. Where can Happy Heiny's products be found?

A. Currently, more than 300 retailers sell Happy Heiny's products.  Distributors are located throughout the United States and internationally in South Korea, Israel, Italy, Singapore, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia, among others.  Products can be found at participating stores and online at www.happyheinystore.com as well as www.amazon.com .

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