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These are the rectangular diapers that were once
folded and pinned on.
 They
can be made from all kinds of cotton fabrics like flannel, gauze, birdseye, and
others. For the most absorbency, they should be made from 100% cotton or hemp.
These diapers can also be put on with a "Snappi" or can be laid into a diaper
wrap (a special cover) and held on by it. Some people even still use pins! They are available in
 assorted
sizes, and you will find a few popular kinds- Chinese Prefolds (CPFs) Indian
prefolds, or Diaper
Service Quality (DSQ). From what I have read about the two, CPFs seem to be the
more popular, but it always comes down to your personal preference. Prefolds
work better the more they are washed and generally need to be washed 3-4 times
in hot water to reach acceptable absorbency.
PROS- They are the cheapest
solution for diapering, and they can be re-used later on for burp cloths and
cleaning rags, or even to diaper subsequent children.
CONS- Unless you use the
diaper wraps to put on the prefold, it will require a little more work to get the
prefold on (pins, Snappi, etc.) and they will need to be folded correctly if you
pin or Snappi. They are also quite bulky. You will also need to use a waterproof
cover, or make sure you change your baby immediately after soiling (which you should be doing
anyway!)
Get Diaper Service Quality Prefolds at Earthy
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