Cloth Vs. Disposable Diapers: No More Dilemma!

Last week, my friend Priya called me. She became a mommy a few weeks back and I was so happy to hear from her. She said, “Debashree, I need your help. I think I should use the good-old cloth nappies for my baby girl instead of diapers. What do you think?” I will be honest. I was quite astonished to hear her query. I rebuked her in an affectionate tone, “How can you even think about replacing disposable diapers with cloth nappies?”

Priya is an educated woman, and as far as I know, her few-weeks-old angel has been frequently catching a cold and cough. Now, Priya is currently on her maternity leave and she will soon join back work (probably next month onwards). So naturally, she wants to make the best arrangements for her daughter before hitting the office. The problem is, her in-laws are in favour of cloth nappies and their strong preference got Priya all confused. “My in-laws are very inclined towards using cloth nappies. They are constantly telling me how cloth nappies are always a better option than diapers for new-born babies,” said Priya. I told her it is nothing but an ill-advice and it is all because of limited awareness.

I am a mother too. My son is two-years-old and I know – cloth vs. disposable diapers – is a common dilemma that all new mothers experience.

Say No To Cloth Nappies

Some of us may think that cloth nappies are better than disposable diapers in terms of material (natural cotton fabric), skin problems (although, it is very prevalent in case of cloth nappies) and the fact that they are cheaper than disposable diapers. But, the truth is that cloth nappies have many cons and some of them are really alarming for new-born babies.

Absorption is not great in case of cloth nappies and hence you have to keep checking and changing time and again. On the other hand, diapers like Pampers Pants absorb pee 10 times faster than cloth nappies and it definitely offers peace to us, moms and comfort to our little ones too.

Now, a cloth nappy keeps the baby wet and it causes disturbed sleep. Consequently, chances of catching cough and cold are high! Also, there is always a possibility of catching fever due to wetness. But most of the disposable diapers absorb up to 12 hours that gives a dry and comfortable feel to the baby. Moreover, diapers like Pampers Pants have new advancements in 3 channel technology that absorbs more pee and locks it away into gel-like substance for complete dryness and comfort for the baby.

It does not matter how expensive detergents we use to wash cloth nappies; after a few washes, they become rough and thin in texture, which causes skin irritation and skin rashes for the tender skin of our new-born babies & infants. Besides, cloth nappies are not hygienic at all. On the other hand, diapers that are soft inside and also manufactured following proper hygiene norms are definitely a better option.

Babies don't feel comfortable at all in cloth nappies that become bulky after a single soak. They feel discomfort while walking or crawling. Only a good fitting disposable diaper can bring a million dollar smile on their face.

Lastly, cloth nappies are not convenient at all; those intricate folds and big safety pins can really be a tricky affair for moms.

Why Is Diapers The Best Choice For Our Little Ones?

As a mom, before choosing any baby care product for my son, I always keep certain things in mind - comfort, hygiene and convenience.

There is no denying that Pampers is the best brand for disposable diapers for my child. Let me tell you some awesome features that really impressed me to select this brand for my son.

This brand is very reliable. It uses new advancements to manufacture next-generation diapers that are thin, 100% leakage proof and soft from inside.

In India, this is the very first brand that offers 3-channel technology for three times faster absorption than any other diaper brand. As a result, our babies can have undisturbed sleep and the possibility of cold and cough can be ruled out.

This diaper locks the liquid from inside and converts it into a gel-like substance so that the baby's skin remains dry. This feature also stops liquid to come in contact with the skin of the baby for a longer time. So, there are no chances of skin irritation. Also, it is very light and soft from inside. The material keeps the skin of the baby soft and supple as their skin can breathe easily under the protection of this diaper.

Moreover, these diapers are well-fitted. They are manufactured keeping in mind the natural hip structure of babies.

So, mommies, please say NO to cloth nappies. The health and happiness of our babies are in our hands only. Use diapers to keep your little ones comfy and safe. 

Disclaimer: A revolutionary new product upgrade from Pampers Pants – Doctors’ #1 Choice. Opinions expressed above are independent opinions of the author