The Basic Types of Cloth Diapers: Pros and Cons
The Basic Types of Cloth Diapers:
Pros and Cons
| Pros:
| Cons:
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Prefold Diapers:
| - Least Expensive
- Simple, yet Versatile
- Virtually Indestructible
- Quick Drying
- Easy to Care for
| - Learning Curve
- No Built in Fastener
- May not be Trim Fitting
- Needs Separate Cover
- Not Great at Containing Messes*
*diaper covers are great at containing messes.
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Fitted Diapers:
| - Great at Containing Messes
- Usually have a Fastener Built in
- Perfect for Newborns
- Easier to use than Prefolds
- Can be Trim Fitting
| - Requires a Separate Cover
- Long Drying Times
- More Expensive than Prefolds
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Pocket Diapers:
| - Adjustable Absorbency
- No Seperate Cover Needed
- Easy to Use
- Great for Babysitters
- Stay-Dry Lining
- Quick Drying
- Trim Fitting
| - Must be Stuffed
- Build-up can cause Leaks
- More expensive than Prefolds and Fitted Diapers
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All in One Diapers: | - No Separate Cover Needed
- Do Not need to be Stuffed
- No Folding or Fasteners Needed
- Easy to Use
- Trim Fitting
| - Long Drying Times
- Thorough Cleaning may be Difficult
- Most Expensive Cloth Diaper
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