The Pearsalls

Cloth Diapering for Twins!!

We have decided to take the plunge and cloth diaper - while at home at least. We haven't ventured into cloth diapering out and about simply because the diaper bag is stuffed to the gills with supplies without putting in bulky diapers as well. We primarily made the decision to save money, but the environmental benefits are great as well. The diaper trash for the first two months of these babies' life is pretty ridiculous! Not to mention the approximate cost to diaper the babies for 3 years is $3500. We are going with the flip system by Cotton Babies because it is pretty versitile, easy, and inexpensive.

We are saving even more money because I made many of the actual diapers (inserts), and got most of the covers on ebay or diaper swappers for less than retail. Actually, I wish I had found diaper swappers earlier, because they have some really great deals on barely used diapers.

So, here's what it cost us to get a good stash that will last 2-3 days before washing:

8 new flip covers and 14 inserts - GIFT from Minnie and Bonnie ($160 actual)
8 gently used flip covers - GIFT from Mom ($70 actual)
2 new flip covers and 6 newborn inserts - $26
2 Sweet Pea diapers - $23
4 flip covers, 21 inserts - $66
30 microfiber inserts made by me! - $20
Several other inserts made by me from old towels, fleece, and flannel - FREE(ish)
Diaper Sprayer - $25

So, to diaper the babies from now until potty training, the cost is.... $160 for us ($390 actual)!!! Woo Hoo! A savings of at least $3000 for us when factoring in water and electricity use as well!