Hand-Washing Diapers Just Takes Common Sense (+ a Giveaway)

Whether your baby wears cloth diapers or not, I bet at some point in your life, you have hand-washed something. Maybe it was a delicate item, or an article of clothing you wanted to wear that day and didn't have time to go through the whole laundry cycle. And I'll bet that you discovered hand-washing is nothing but good old common sense.

So when it comes to getting cloth diapers cleaned the "old fashioned way," don't be intimidated. Because you get them clean in the same way that you would other very dirty things. Use lots of agitation, a reliable detergent and plenty of warm or hot water. That's pretty much it!

Here's my simple photo tutorial for handwashing diapers and covers.

Educating people about the simplicity and affordability of flat diapers is the main reason behind the annual Flats & Handwashing Challenge, now hosted by the Cloth Diaper Podcast. Whether you're trying to save money or are in a true emergency, flats offer a cheap and flexible solution.

During the 2016 challenge, we used flour sack towels, which are about a dollar apiece at Wal-Mart and Target. Although not as soft and absorbent as actual flat diapers, they will do the trick in a pinch and are affordable enough for pretty much anyone.

What are my favorite flat diapers? Available exclusively at Nicki's, they are made of one layer of soft, snowy white muslin. So simple and easy to clean! They are less than $3.00 each and can be folded to your desired size. Later on, repurpose them as burp cloths, rags or nursing covers. My full review is posted here.

Here's the link to join this year's challenge. It starts May 25th - use tag #flatschallenge to follow.

I'm also hosting a giveaway

to encourage more families to try flats! 

Photo is only representative of the actual prize

Giveaway: Enter to win a 3-pack of white cotton flour sack towels and a Best Bottom "Little Patriot" cover. Released for Independence Day in 2016, this limited edition All-American diaper is made in the USA! Winner will also receive a free Zephyr Hill mini tote bag from my sister website.

This promotion is open to US residents.

a Rafflecopter giveaway