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What is meant by the term “stripping diapers”? And how exactly is it done?

Stripping diapers refers to to the process of removing any excess build-up that exists in the diapers, such as detergent or natural oils. Build-up in your cloth diapers can lead to rancid smelling cloth after baby urinates, repelling fleece, or leaking, and so occasionally you may need to strip them to get them their cleanest. So how can this be done? There are several ways:

1. Washing clean diapers on hot 2-3 times without detergent.
2. Washing diapers on hot with a squirt of Dawn dishwashing soap.
3. Boiling diapers in a large stock pot (works best for prefolds)
4. Putting diapers in dishwasher and washing them on hot with no detergent.
5. Microwave them (best for doublers and inserts)

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The use of wool in cloth diaper covers (or soakers as they are called) and longies has many moms that are new to wool feeling confused. Wool covers and longies are definitely different then the other covers they have used. So here are a few common questions and the answers:

Q: Will knitted wool covers or pants actually keep baby’s surroundings dry?
A: YES! Just make sure that you have sufficient diaper coverage underneath the wool but you will be pleasantly surprised at how well wool works to keep baby dry.

Q: How often do you have to wash wool?
A: Unless they become soiled with feces or become very malodorous, wool only needs to be washed every few weeks. Wool has a natural way of dealing with urine and it has to do with the lanolin that natural wool has in it. It neutralizes it into a soap like compound. So frequent washing is just not required.

Q: Do you need to lanolize wool?
A: Yes, it is suggested that you lanolize your wool as they need lanolin to function effectively. You may find it necessary to lanolize at every washing or perhaps every 2-3 washings. You can use any of the variety of lanolin products on the market including a liquid spray on lanolin.

Q: How do you wash wool?
A: Hand wash wool products in warm water and use a wool wash made especially for wool diapering products. Once they are washed you can lanolize them if needed and they them on a towel on a flat surface to dry. In most cases, washing and drying wool in conventional machines will result in significant shrinkage.

Q: Why is wool so popular among cloth diapering moms?
A: Wool is certainly the rage and has been for some time. Many moms love the fact that wool only needs to be washed every few weeks in most cases, which means less work for them. They also love the fact that wool is completely natural and very breathable, allowing air to circulate around your baby’s tender skin. Wool is also a great choice for chilly winter temperatures when little ones need to stay dry and warm!

Want a great source for wool care products? Try one of our directory members… Sheepish Grins.

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Chunky Monkey Boutique is the top rated cloth diaper site in The Diaper Jungle’s store directory at the moment. Here is just a bit of information about this wonderful cloth diaper store:

The Chunky Monkey Boutique is a mom owned/operated site dedicated to bringing you the very best for you and your chunky monkey too! We offer cloth diapers (Fuzzi Bunz, Happy Heinys, Super Dupas), prefolds, bath and body products (including an all natural line), breast pumps, parts and accessories, advocacy items, gourmet candy, tarts and warmers…and so much more coming soon! Free shipping on orders over $25

Review(s):

Wow… Chelle’s stuff is awesome! She send a beautiful basket to my very good friend for me…included a get well card and everything at no extra charge. CMB is my new favorite place to shop for gifts and diapers. Thank you!!!

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