Summer is coming back again so we are tempted to dream of lying on the beach and splashing in the water. But before the real summer begins here comes a day when we can rethink our lifestyle and commit to a little green change.
The Earth day this year comes on 22.04 so there are only 10 days left. I invite everyone to think of a little tiny step they could take to reduce this consumption madness.
Save The Earth With Reusable Swim diapers
I myself have found a way to go greener this summer – I have already bought my boys reusable swim diapers. They are so cute I can’t wait to put them on the kids.
Actually swim diapers have been around for some years now. You can choose to use the disposable ones or the reusable swim diapers.
As a green mom the reusable swimming diapers are a great alternative for me and my kids. I hate the thought of tossing several swim diapers every day. Plus they are so expensive and you have to buy a large pack that takes a lot of space.
I love reusables. They are so cute, so bright summer colored.
I am sure you are tired of hearing that a baby uses thousands of diapers before he is fully potty trained and that diapers take sooo long to degrade. I’m just gonna make the simplest maths comparing disposable and reusable swim diapers. I’ve made these calculations for myself and my kids so results may vary for you.
2 kids 2-3 year old – 4 reusables–4*$15 = $60
for the whole season so if you choose the disposables and go to the pool 3 times a week it makes 12 times a month, 36 times for 3 months *2 =72 diapers at least because your kids may have an accident in the water and you would have to change the soiled diaper. You will need at least 7 packs for which you need to pay more than $100.
Or if you are going on a family vacation for 2 weeks, 14 days suggest you put 2 diapers, one in the morning and a second in the afternoon that makes at least 56 diapers.
$18 for 10 diapers means you have to buy 6 packs for $102.
And if you decide to incidentally go to the local pool you will need more swim diapers so you will have to buy another pack for $18.
Ok I think that’s enough on the money side of your dilemma.
Let’s look at the other aspects of cloth diapering.
Reusable swim diapers need more care – how hard do you think it is to dump the solid waste in the toilet and toss the diaper in your wet bag until you go home and run the laundry? You could rinse the reusable diaper in a sink but it’s not necessary.
Using reusable swim diapers is not sanitary – oh, boy, when was the last time when you sterilized your underpants? Washable diapers need to be clean and you get them to be clean by just laundering them with hot water and drying them either in the dryer or outside in the sun. This is enough to make a diaper clean and ready to be used.
Washing reusable swim diapers means higher consumption of water and electricity. Wait, we are talking 2-3 diapers max, you are not going to need an extra load for these. Just throw them in the machine with the other clothes and towels. They need very little room.
Reusable swim diapers do not guarantee leakage. Neither do the disposables. You could find it on any pack of sposies that they don’t guarantee any possible leakage. It is up to you to choose an appropriate size and style of the reusable swim diaper that will snug fit your baby’s body. You need to check frequently if there is anything in the diaper. And you have to watch your baby in the water so if you suspect he had bowel movements you can take him out ASAP.
Keep in mind that when dealing with incompletely potty-trained toddlers you may find it hard to make them wear a baby diaper again. Here come the reusable swim diapers that look just like adult swim wear and your kid won’t rip it off the minute you turn your back.
With this post hopefully I made you think more about how you can go greener in an easy way, showing your kids and the others that every choice matters.
Don’t forget to have fun 
The Wet Bag Is Your Secret Weapon To Be A Super Mom This Summer
A wet bags is a must have if you are going to the pool or to the beach. No more mess in your diaper bag, in your stroller or in your car. Nothing will get wet if you keep the wet swim diapers and swimsuits in your wet bag. A small wet bag will hold several soiled diapers keeping your diaper bag clean and odor-free.
As always you can choose from a huge variety of fabrics and colors, even sizes.
And caring for a wet bag couldn’t be easier – just put it in the washing machine with the rest of the diapers.
A wet bag can serve million purposes – you can put anything in it that you want to keep separate from other stuff – soiled diapers, wet clothes, swimsuits, dirty shoes, used spoons, even food.
Wet bags are great because you can use them many times, over and over again. No more plastic bags all over the house.
Get yourself a beautiful wet bag and you are ready to hit the road.
The customers’ favorite no doubt is
Kushies “On the Go” Wet Bag – 2 Pack – Large
I use these for cloth diapering. I searched and searched for a wet bag that didn’t cost a ton and even considered making my own before I found these. They are a good size to stick in my diaper bag for a day out and I’ve used them to hold wet clothes as well as substitutes when my big wet bag from the bedroom is in the wash. They never leak, they never stink and they are cute!
As a new-to-cloth-diapering mom, I wasn’t sure how much it wold hold based on the dimensions, but I was pleased to find out that they hold about 3 AIOs, and several more AI2s!
I love them, I would recommend them (even if you don’t cloth diaper) and I will be ordering more!
Great product for a great price
I bought these because they were the cheapest option, and I have been just thrilled with them!!!
They are very lightweight and fold up really tiny, so they barely take up any room in the diaper bag. I can fit about 3 used full-size prefolds per bag, which is usually plenty, though I always carry an extra just in case. They’ve contained messes and smells just fine. And, they’re cute!
I throw them in the wash with my diapers, which makes the whole process SO easy. I used to use plastic bags. These wet bags not only save money and are better for the environment, but they are more convenient too.
Eco-friendly and versatile, even for non-mommies
These bags are so practical! I’m not a parent, and I use mine for my swimsuit and wet clothes at the gym, rather than wasting the plastic bags the gym provides. I can fit a bathing suit, shorts, T-shirt, and mesh shower pouf into the bag. They completely contain the moisture and wash up beautifully. The green patterned bags are cuter than the Amazon picture – more vibrant greens! The price is exceptionally low for such a great product! Every family should have several of these, for diapers and more!
Wet Happened wet bag
Created for fashionable moms, Wet Happened? TM wet bags are perfect for all those times you need to separate wet items. Easily folded and stored in any diaper bag, this is one item you will wonder what you ever did without. The Wet Happened? TM wet bags will grow with your child; from diapers through potty training, have a fashionable and stylish way to store wet items.
Love this wetbag! It’s so much more stylish than other wet bags I own and works great (if not better!) for our dirty diapers.
this bag seems to be big enough for a couple of wet cloth diapers. I think later I will use it also for wet swimsuits or other wet clothes items. It is well put together and it doesn’t leak. The color is very vibrant, it is very pretty.
Bummis Fabulous Medium Blue Wet Bag
The Bummis fabulous wetbags are chic, convenient and very colorful! Double seamed on 3 sides, these bags are designed and constructed to be durable and absolutely leak resistant. Use them for anything wet diapers, bum wipes, swimsuits, cosmetics, travel bag, etc. The small and medium Fabulous Wet Bags have a snap-able handle for strollers and a zipper for odor control. Turn inside out for proper washing. Wash and dry with your cloth diapers at normal temperatures in washer and dryer. Please avoid fabric softeners, chlorine bleach, or any other whitening agents. The Fabulous Wet Bags are made with fabrics and components that are all sourced in North America and are guaranteed lead, phthalate and BPA free. Our lovely minimalist packaging is environmentally friendly , made of chlorine free recycled fibers. Medium bag is 14 X 15 inches
Planet Wise Wet Diaper Bag
Planet Wise wet bags feature innovative leak free seaming to keep the wet in, and the dry out. Reusable wet bags from Planet Wise Inc feature a patent pending method of sealing the seams to prevent wet bags from wicking, sweating, or leaking. Even if you fill this wet bag with water and squeeze, Planet Wise wet bags stay dry! Planet Wise wet bags are versatile enough to use to store or carry cloth diapers, swimwear, gym clothing, a change of shoes, makeup and so much more. Modern designer fabric covers the outer layer of Planet Wise wet bags, making anything wet, soiled or messy look fashionably chic from the outside. Coordinating inner waterproof material and locking zipper are 100% PVC and lead free. Large bags have color coordinating snap handles.
Mommy’s Touch Wet Bag
great bag!
Great simple bag for storage of wet items- cloth diapers, swimsuits, clothes, etc. (fabric outside- plastic inside). Handy to have in your diaper bag.
Love them and want more
These are fantastic! Nothing ever leaks through, they help contain odors, and you can fit alot of diapers in them! We went away last weekend and fit 2 days worth of diapers in 1 bag. I bought two, but wish I had bought more. They’re easy to wash just turn them inside out and throw them in with the diapers, the colors didn’t bleed and none of my stitching came out.
Simple design, but a must have for cloth diaper users….
I bought this to put my daughter’s wet and dirty diapers in while we were out of the house. Now, I use all the time – at home or on the road. It contains the diaper odor well, doesn’t leak and keeps the diapers together until they’re ready for washing. I just throw the bag in the wash with the diapers to keep it smelling fresh. I love this product!
Do you know...
How to choose the best swim diaper?
Here are the criteria that the best swim diaper should meet:
- It has to be easy to use – you should try it on your baby to see if it is easy to pull up and down.
- It has to be practical – this means that a great diaper is one that is adjustable and fit for at least a few months. The tricky part with swimming diapers is taking them off when they are soiled so the best ones will allow you to do this without making a mess (for example some diapers have Velcro tabs on the side)
- Does it absorb well enough – the swim diaper should have soft insider layer with good absorption and elastic outer rim that would prevent any embarrassing accidents in the pool.
- Is it comfortable – the diaper should be made of soft and tender material that won’t irritate the delicate baby skin.
You can choose a blue boy swim diaper or a purple girl swim diaper or whatever color you prefer – the variety is great.
What about cloth swim diapers?
Cloth swim diapers is the other name for reusable or washable swim diapers – you can clean and wash them after each time at the pool and use them as long as they fit your baby.
Why should I put my baby in swim diapers?
The diapers that are made specifically for wearing under water are designed in a way that lets your baby splash into the water without the diaper soaking up and put your baby in risk of drowning. They do not fall apart as a regular disposable when put in water so they will not clog the pool filter.
Swim diapers are not supposed to absorb liquids, their job is to contain solid waste so the pool remains clean and safe.
Does my baby need a swim diaper cover?
It depends on the type of swimming diaper you will buy – some require a cover and others do not. What a swim diaper cover is supposed to do? It covers unattractive swim diapers and it helps prevent leakage and bacteria spread.
Do they guarantee non leakage?
Sorry but the answer is no. Even though diapers or swim pants do hold in feces, they are not leak proof and can still contaminate the pool water. But there are some additional precautions you could make to be sure the risk for your baby and the other swimmers is reduced to a minimum.
What steps can I do to be sure my baby is protected in the water and is not potentially dangerous for the other swimmers?
- Never take your baby at the pool if you suspect they have diarrhea.
- Check swim diapers frequently.
- Make frequent trips to the toilet so your baby could do their job there
- Don’t change the diapers around the pool and always wash your hands carefully after each change.
Remember “Do not expect swim pants to prevent the transmission of diseases.” So make sure your baby doesn’t drink pool water as they could get sick.
