Wool Diaper Cover and Diapering Questions
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Q: Do your diaper covers and longies come already lanolized?
Q: Do you sell a knitting pattern for your wool diaper cover or longies?
Q: Do you make thinner covers for the hotter months?
Q. Is the fabric you use for your bamboo diapers "green" processed?
Q. It is more expensive to buy hand knit wool diaper covers. Is is it worth it?
Q: Do your diaper covers and longies come already lanolized?
A: No, they don't, but instructions are included and you can also learn about it any time right here in our How To section.
Q: Do you sell a knitting pattern for your wool diaper cover or longies?
A: At this time we don't, but I am working on getting a complete knit diaper cover pattern written up that will include instructions for both. Hopefully before the end of 2008 you'll be able to purchase a soaker pattern and kits with the same yarn I use.
Q: Do you make thinner covers for the hotter months?
A: No, and there really is no need since wool is very breathable. The regular diaper covers and longies are knit with a rather fine yarn, and are actually not that thick. If the soakers were thinner they would not be as effective as they need to be for regular daily wear and couldn't be called night-worthy. Our bamboo diapers paired with wool covers are a great way to avoid heat problems since they are highly absorbent without being bulky.
Most heat problems actually come from diapers that are too thick or have an inner layer made from a synthetic material such as microfleece. Synthetics cause heat retention even while wicking away moisture. It may be necessary to change these types of diapers more often in the summer to avoid heat build-up or even diaper rash in some babies.
Q. Is the fabric you use for your bamboo diapers "green" processed?
A: Unfortunately, no. When I started making the bamboo tie-on diapers I didn't have a way to verify with our supplier how the fabric was processed. I am working to find a new reliable source for bamboo fleece which comes from a closed loop facility. Closed loop facilities do not release any of the chemicals into the environment that they use to process the bamboo fibers into fabric, and often they recycle them. 100% bamboo fleece is hard to find, so I may have to switch to a bamboo/organic cotton blend. The quality of the diapers will remain the same and my conscience will feel better!
Q. It is more expensive to buy hand knit wool diaper covers. Is it worth it?
A: Yes, because they:
*allow a frugal family to get by with as few as three diaper covers per baby, which actually makes them quite economical.
*can solve problems with diaper rash and allergic reactions to disposable diapers and cloth diapering systems using synthetic fabrics. Organic wool diaper covers can help solve even more chemical sensitivity issues.
*stretch and adjust as baby grows, often fitting longer than other types of diaper covers.
*are incredibly durable and hard-wearing.
*have the greatest ease of laundering considering how often they need washed - as seldom as every 3 weeks!
*are often recommended for nighttime use when leaks are the most likely.
*have the lowest environmental impact of any other diaper cover available whether knit from conventional or organic wool yarn.
*have the least chemical impact on baby.
For even more reasons to use wool diaper covers, read our Why Wool's Cool article.
