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Benefits of Cloth Diapers
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In 1955, 100% of American babies wore cloth diapers, and 7% experienced diaper rash.
In 1991, 10% of American babies wore cloth diapers, 90% wore disposables, and 78% experienced diaper rash. |
Three reasons cloth diapers are better for baby1. Better air circulation. Cloth diapers allow for the circulation of air, while disposables don't. This is important to baby's comfort and to developing reproductive organs-- especially in boys, who's testicles are located outside their body for the precise reason of keeping them cool. A few studies have actually linked disposable diaper use with the recent worldwide decline in sperm count.
2. While the liner of disposable diapers is designed to keep moisture away from baby's skin, the bacteria and acids from the urine are still hanging around baby's delicate skin. Because of how super-absorbent modern disposables are, many parents leave these diapers on for hours and hours, allowing the bacteria to multiply.
3. Babies who wear cloth feel the sensation of a wet diaper as soon as they pee, so they're more aware of their body functions. On average, a cloth-diapered baby potty-trains a year sooner than her disposable-diapered counterpart, which is b etter for everyone!
From babyfit.com September 5, 2009 Back to Articles |
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