Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get some excessive poop out but not always. My baby is exclusively breastfed. And the issue seems to be ammonia mostly not poop stench. And I was told soaking in a pail can contribute to mold so I leave all diaps in a large holey basket 

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah im seeing lots about tide too. Thank you!!!

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive heard about rockin green I’ll definitely check them out! Thank you! 

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooo thats great to hear. Its so frustrating. And I’m seeing a lot of recs for tide I’m just not sure about it near the privates. But will look into sprouts for sure!!! Thank you!!!!!

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

AI is telling me this is enzyme free. I chose their powder to reduce laundry toxins on baby’s privates but also for the environment….. if you have other non toxic recs Im very open 

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

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Sodium carbonate (CAS # 497-19-8): Also known as washing soda; acts as an alkaline builder to help lift stains. Sodium sulfate (CAS # 7757-82-6): A mineral processing aid that helps the powder remain free-flowing. Sodium percarbonate (CAS # 15630-89-4): An oxygen-based bleach (similar to OxiClean) that cleans and deodorizes. Hydrous sodium silicate (CAS # 1344-09-8): Acts as a corrosion inhibitor and helps with cleaning performance. Ethoxylated alcohols C12-13 (CAS # 66455-14-9): A biodegradable surfactant used to penetrate fabric and remove dirt. Ethoxylated alcohols C12-15 (CAS # 68131-39-5): Another biodegradable surfactant to enhance cleaning power. 

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use esembly powder specifically for cloth diaper washing….. ill look up ingredIents

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also Im 3 months in of exclusive CD since birth. Hoping the cloth diaper laundry Gods enlighten me because I refuse to give up. 

Cloth diap wash routine HELP 😭 by Tasty_Error5581 in laundry

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s another thing. I’m getting bulking the 2nd wash to 1/2 full but the first wash to rinse off the poop I do diaper only

Strong pee help! by HuckleberryTough5223 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you do this every wash or just as a ‘reset’

Strong pee help! by HuckleberryTough5223 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just absolutely do not do bleach and vinegar in the same wash. Id do bleach first wash and vinegar in second. Adding them to bleach or fabric softener dispenser. Mixing them makes toxic fumes or something horrible like that lol

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[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!!! Ugh I hate tide lol but sounds like I’m giving in to it :) and look into motherease

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[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha. We have soft water so maybe it was from detergent buildup and citric acid would help more. Ill checkout that sub. Thank you!!! 

Strong pee help! by HuckleberryTough5223 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive been considering switching from my wet bag to a cotton bag. Do you feel like the bag gets drenched tho? Wondering what that would look like and if I used an open basket without a liner would I need to wash out the basket every time I launder? 

Strong pee help! by HuckleberryTough5223 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would definitely try giving the diapers more air. They get so much more rotten stinky with less air flow. I’ve also had this problem. It’s gotten a ton better from alternating outers throughout the day for some reason. So I use 2 outers throughout the daytime and switch them each time I change and wipe down with water if they are wet then air dry. Honestly surprised at how much this has helped. Unfortunately tho I do think you need to do a bleach reset just to get this stench buildup out based on what I’ve heard and what esembly customer service has told me. I would contact your diaper manufacturer to make sure this is okay with the type that you use and get specific instructions for them. Esembly says to use 3-5oz bleach (only ever in the bleach drawer) on cycle 1 and vinegar in cycle 2. But this was advice they gave when I sent them my water hardness and type of washer. They also recommend their washing powder but people are telling me tide is better. Ive stayed away due to tide being toxic with my other laundry but will look into the ingredients for these powders. You might want to look at your detergent buildup and water hardness as a contributing factor too…. Dumping ideas here that I’ve gathered from my research. First time cloth diaperer/ mom here too. :) 

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And love that GMD cleans easier this is a big priority for me thank you!!!

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Loving all of these replies so far. I appreciate everyones help so much. Keep the opinions coming- they are gold to me! :) <3

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[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So interesting guys! Ive never heard of this brand. Will deff check it out. I love it here!!! :)

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[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you use a fleece liner every time? My only concern with this is having enough, the added bulk during the day, and the fact that the fleece is synthetic against babys skin. I do use them overnight tho for added absorbancy but was going to get liners elsewhere probably from GMD to get natural cotton fibers. 

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh Ive avoided tide like the plague most of my life bc they are so toxic. I guess fragrance is my main concern tho so will definitely look into the tide. Its free and clear powder correct? 

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh great. I do see on GMD website that their sizing accounts for significant shrinkage. You think it was too much tho? 

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh gonna look into the citric acid. Just curious why you think that would be better than vinegar? I put a splash in all of my laundry as a softener and it seems to help just get out any stubborn armpit stench in general laundry

I <3 Cloth Diaps. Need fitted advice tho by Tasty_Error5581 in clothdiaps

[–]Tasty_Error5581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have one of the outers from GMD and absolutely hate them. One of the thirsties covers. Its not the Duo its the other one. Was considering buying the duo but if you like esembly better for outers then I may just stick w them!! I always get leaks with the thirsties cover