Checklist: Changing supplies

Posted Friday, March 23, 2007 7:29 PM

Distasteful as diaper changes may seem, you'll soon be an old pro. In the first weeks, baby will go through about 10 to 12 every day... meaning you'll be spending lots of time at the changing table. Use this checklist to make it comfortable. (Items with a * are must-haves.)

[  ] Changing table or cushioned changing pad for low dresser or bureau, with safety strap or railing*

[  ] Changing table pad*

[  ] Changing table pad cover

[  ] Diaper pail

[  ] Diaper pail liners

[  ] Diaper cream*

[  ] Unscented baby wipes (causes less irritation)*

[  ] Soft washcloths*

[  ] Tissues (for you)

[  ] 6-10 dozen cloth diapers and 6-8 diaper covers, or 2-3 large boxes of disposable newborn-size diapers* 

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re: Checklist: Changing supplies

6 to 10 dozen cloth diapers is insane!  Exactly how often are you planning to do laundry?  Most cloth diapering sites recommend 3 dozen max.  Many think that you can get by with 2 dozen.

Posted by km903    Saturday, February 07, 2009 5:22 PM


re: Checklist: Changing supplies

I agree. Most cloth diapering websites suggest an absolute minimum of 12 diapers (would require washing one load per day) and recommend more like 18 to 24. Otherwise, you would be washing several loads of diapers every day.

Posted by JocelynP    Saturday, May 23, 2009 9:53 PM


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