How Much Money Do You Save with Cloth Diapers?

Compared with disposable diapers, you can save at least $1,824 if you use cloth diapers. You can save even more by being astute in the cloth diaper system you choose. For instance, you save up to $2,050 using one-size pocket diapers. If you use your cloth diapers for a second child or resell them, you get to keep even more money in your pocket.

Your bundle of joy comes with significant financial implications. In their first year alone, you may spend up to $12,000 on your child—and almost $1000 of which will be on diapers. An excellent way to deal with this potential financial upset is to invest in an affordable but efficient cloth diaper system.

Reusable Cloth Diapers VS. Disposables: Which is Cheaper?

Reusable cloth diapers are cheaper if we compare the cost of what a parent spends on disposable diapers versus reusable cloth diapers in 36 months.

Disposable diapers cost $2,558 for 7,252 pieces over three years, which is more expensive than almost any system of cloth diapers available. These numbers also only represent the diapers themselves, they do not take into consideration wipes, diaper pail liners and refills, rash prevention creams or additional accessories. Prefolds and diaper covers cost $734 for 101 pieces, and one-size pocket diapers cost $508 over the same period.

You can reduce your costs further if you buy your cloth diapers in packages. For instance, the All In Rumparooz Original 24 diaper pack costs only $559. The diapers and accessories in this bundle include everything you may need for diapering your baby until that baby is ready for potty training.

Which is the Cheapest Cloth Diaper Option?

One-size cloth diapers are the cheapest option, since they remove the need to upgrade as your child grows older.

Although most one-size cloth diapers fit kids weighing 10 - 12 pounds, our Kanga Care Rumparooz One Size Cloth Pocket Diaper perfectly fits newborns weighing six to seven pounds. Our large setting can accommodate infants weighing 40 pounds, sometimes more.

Furthermore, the pocket diaper has four adjustable settings that enable you to customize absorbency as your little one grows. When your baby is ready for potty training, you can switch to cloth training pants without spending more on diapers.

Which is the Most Effective Way to Buy Cloth Diapers?

When you decide to buy cloth diapers, start by researching the best type of diapers for your baby’s needs. The more you know, the less costly mistakes you will make. Your options lie in all-in-one one size diapers, fitted cloth diapers, pocket diapers, covers, and inserts.

Here is what to consider when shopping for cloth diapers:

• Price

The higher the quality of the cloth diaper, the more it likely costs, and you only get what you can afford. Nevertheless, going cheap may cost you more eventually.

For instance, prefolds and diaper covers appear more affordable when looking at the up-front cost, but you will end up spending more money, because your baby will require several sizes as they grow.

The Rumparooz One Size Cloth Pocket Diaper might appear expensive up-front, but it is a money saver, because you won’t need to spend more money to upgrade. Compared to similar style brands that are less expensive, Kanga Care only uses the best quality materials and craftmanship to ensure that your diapers stand the test of time and can be saved for future children or will retain a high resale value when you decide it is time to pass them on to another family. Inexpensive cloth diapers rarely make it through one child withought having to be replaced and in the end several replacements will cost more than one high quality diaper.

• Convenience

Consider diapers that are easy to use, especially if you are a first-time parent or you often leave your child with a caregiver.

If you are new to cloth diapering, you can watch our YouTube videos on choosing, using, and taking care of our Kanga Care cloth diapers.

• Comfort

Keeping your baby comfortable in their cloth diaper is as important as keeping them dry. The diaper should be snug enough not to leak but not so tight it is uncomfortable for them to move naturally or restrict movement in any way. If you feel the diaper is restricting movement we encourage you to reach out to our world class customer service team for a fit check. Sometimes a small adjustment can make a big difference.

Besides being absorbent, diapers must keep the baby’s skin dry and cool. That’s why we use non-irritant materials like microchamois as a stay-dry top layer in our cloth diapers.

• Eco-friendliness

Disposable diapers cause significant stress on the environment during their manufacture, use, and disposal. The costs or benefits may not be immediate, but they are certain. You owe it to your baby to make a diaper choice that safeguards rather than harms the environment.

Investing in cloth diapers from a reputable company like Kanga Care is your guarantee that we will meet all these considerations and that you will save money.

Can I Save More Money Using Cloth Diapers?

Cloth diapers are more affordable than other options, but you can make them even cheaper by being astute in your shopping.

You can save money on cloth diapers by:

• Using reusable cloth diapers accessories

Buy durable, reusable cloth diaper accessories which will serve you throughout the diapering period or serve several kids. Save money by purchasing reusable accessories like wet bags, pail liners, changing pads, soakers, and cloth diaper wipes.

• Deals, clearance sales, and promotions

Cloth diaper shops often offer deals and hold clearance sales and promotions, during which they slash prices. You should take advantage of such sales windows to stock up or replenish your stash.

• Join loyalty and rewards programs

Loyalty and rewards programs offer preferential treatment on deals that save you money. Kanga Care offers a rewards program where you earn rewards for shopping and being active in our communities. You can redeem these rewards for discounts on your shopping.

• Maintain your stash properly

The longer you have your cloth diapers, the less you spend on replacements.

• Buy in packages

You spend less when you buy in bulk. Kanga Care packages save you up to 25%.

• Watch out for opportunities to win freebies

Cloth diaper manufacturers like Kanga Care sometimes hold competitions or promotions where you win freebies. Connect with families just like yours in the Kanga Care Community. Be the first to know about promotions and giveaways, new products, colors and prints, special events and talk to other parents experiencing a similar cloth diaper journey.

• Buy or sell pre-used diapers

Buying pre-used cloth diapers (in good condition) costs less than buying new ones. If you sell your stash when you are done diapering, you’ll earn back some of what you spent buying the diapers for your little one.

Cloth diapers are a sure money saver. Buy Kanga Care cloth diapers to save even more while maintaining quality.