From the time disposable diapers were introduced to the market, they have been hailed as superior to cloth diapers. They promise leak protection and convenience that couldn’t be matched by their cloth counterparts. Many parents agreed and used nothing but case after case of disposable diapers on their infants. The tragic effect of this is that our landfills are now covered by hundreds of acres of disposable diapers that will not decompose for hundreds of years.
Is there an answer? A diaper that offers leak protection without harming the environment? Thanks to Polyurethane Laminated fabric, or PUL fabric, there is indeed a great alternative.
PUL is a remarkable fabric that is waterproof, easily sterilized, washable, and reusable. The addition of a very thin layer of PUL makes traditional cloth diapers waterproof while still offering the comfort and softness of cloth diapers. Most of the diapers on the market that feature PUL fabric use soft, organic cotton, hemp, or bamboo for the layer next to baby’s skin. These all-in-one, or AIO cloth diapers, typically feature snap or Velcro closures and are very easy to wash, making them almost as convenient as disposables. Alternatively, you can use your favorite fitted cloth diapers or other style in tandem with a PUL fabric nappy cover to get the same great advantages.
If you thought cloth diapers had nothing to offer you and your baby, give them a second look. The new generation of cloth diapers are clean, easy, and better for both your baby and the environment. Now you can have the peace of knowing you are making the most sustainable choice while enjoying all of the great benefits that have traditionally been associated with disposable nappies. Even better, today’s cloth diapers come in a variety of colors, patterns, and styles to let your baby’s personality shine. Check out Sustainable Suburbia’s Sustainable Baby section, for more information on contemporary and sustainable diapering practices.