Cloth diapers

Parent to Parent: Cloth diapers

Posted: 07/14/08

Tara Mceofresh is a new mom, for the third time.

Three-week-old baby Eamonn follows two big sisters. And like they were, his bottom is now bundled in a cloth diaper.

Tara Mceofresh, mother
"I just couldn't believe the money being thrown away and so I invested in the cloth and I am still using those diapers on the third child."

Stacie Turner also opted for cloth diapers with her twins James and Fiona, nearly two years old.

Stacie Turner, mother
"There's no pinning. There's no complicated folding. The other difference is you launder them yourself, but you also don't have to go out and buy them every week."

Cloth diapers are definitely making a comeback- it's something that owners of some baby stores have noticed.

Cari Wolverton, Papaya Patch
"I think as more people see what types of cloth diapers are out and available today more people are choosing that option."

These days the diapers are easier to use than ever before. They Velcro, snap and come in many colors and designs.

Experts recommend you start with about 24 diapers. Up front prices run anywhere from $100 to $500.

Tara Mceofresh, mother
"At least with cloth you can wash it and reuse it."

And these busy moms say, most importantly, it's easy.

Stacie Turner, mother
"It works just like the same as a disposable."

Tara Mceofresh, mother
"The ease. I think it's more comfortable for them. I think they are cute and adorable."