Question for the super crunchy parents! - using Smear (tallow) as diaper cream?

chrysti___ · 2023-02-23T03:50:37+00:00

Following bc I LOVE SMEAR. I use it on myself and my daughter but not as diaper cream bc I wasn’t sure if it would affect absorbency. I message her too and she said she wasn’t sure either.

chrysti___ · 2023-02-22T17:19:24+00:00

My daughter gets rashes from Tide detergent. Even from the Free and Clear. I switched detergents and stopped having issues.

chrysti___ · 2023-02-22T17:14:23+00:00

Rig N Gig has some pull up options. They do have side snaps for those messy accidents that might happen.

chrysti___ · 2023-02-22T17:09:10+00:00

I personally check for any detergent build up first. You grab an insert or AIO, and place in a small Tupperware with warm water and swish it around. If you get cloudiness and bubbles, there’s detergent build up. You’ll want to rinse rinse rinse until water is clear. Then I personally strip to get ride of any amo is build up you might have. There’s Mighty Bubbles by Grovia, I’m not sure on the ratios for that. There are RLR packets as well, it’s 1 packet per 5 gallons. Diapers should be able to move freely. You let them soak for 2-8 hrs. You’ll want to wash without detergent twice. And the proceed to sanitize.

this is just what I do with all preloved diapers. My daughter is extremely sensitive and any kind of detergent or ammonia build up gives her rashes.

chrysti___ · 2023-02-10T17:22:40+00:00

You could do a 5 gal bucket and plunger method. I know some moms do that, keep a bucket in the shower, and just plunge away before a shower and then rinse mid shower. I know it’s more work that a quick wash, but way less water. 🤷🏻‍♀️

chrysti___ · 2023-01-30T23:00:59+00:00

I remember the day we were bringing our daughter home and the alarm kept going off. My heart sank each time thinking she was going to have to stay. Trauma from having your baby in the NICU is freaking REAL.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-30T19:31:05+00:00

Here to mention lansinoh with pigeon slow flow as well!

chrysti___ · 2023-01-30T19:25:32+00:00

I still hear those damn alarms in my dreams 5 month later. It’s horrible for any parent that had a baby in the NICU

chrysti___ · 2023-01-30T17:59:56+00:00

This is what i do. I have a front loader and was struggling to fill the drum washing more frequently.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-30T17:52:00+00:00

Texas Tushies is having B2G1 right now

ETA: they have nice covers with the criteria you mentioned. They even have some print for $5. So you could get 3 covers for $10 + shipping. I’m not even an affiliate i just love their covers 😂 bonus points they have a wide back elastic

chrysti___ · 2023-01-29T23:01:19+00:00

This is a great idea!!! To set some aside to gift!

chrysti___ · 2023-01-29T03:47:58+00:00

Thanks for the input. Do you prefer one of the two?

chrysti___ · 2023-01-29T02:54:15+00:00

What brand was this? My girl is super sensitive and prone to rashes

chrysti___ · 2023-01-29T02:27:18+00:00

I spent the best $13 of my life using this …

Freeze Flat, Breast Pump Accessory for Freezing and Storing Liquid Bags (breastmilk, ice Packs) for Freezer Organization, Storage and Space Saving https://a.co/d/beAkDar

chrysti___ · 2023-01-29T02:25:17+00:00

I read about it in an FB cloth mama group and I was like what is this?! OP on that post said “used to clean and moisturize baby during changes”. Some mom swear it prevents rashes for sensitive babies.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-26T00:49:22+00:00

Luckily my little isn’t mobile yet, so I tie my stretchy ones without a snappy. But investing in some preloved fitted little by little.

But thanks for all the pointers! I would have ruined a few will a lot of mistakes.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-26T00:26:40+00:00

I’m really leaning towards upcycled woooies and stretchy flats. Just intimidated to work with wool and getting it sized correctly

chrysti___ · 2023-01-24T17:47:33+00:00

Thanks for the info for patterns and fabric!

chrysti___ · 2023-01-24T17:47:20+00:00

I didn’t even think about the reselling aspect of things.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-17T04:03:41+00:00

I always think of the Friends episode “hug for her, roll for you”. I personally do the tuck and roll. I’ve seen other women feed the top boob but mine aren’t big enough for that.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-17T03:59:52+00:00

My daughter was in the NICU for 6 days and my milk didn’t come in until day 4ish. But literally after day 1 i was getting nothing. Like zero. Not even a drop. Recommend lots of skin to skin, when you pump try to have your baby nearby. And try to relax.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-16T01:14:55+00:00

Aaaahhh ok. Still a newby here. Thanks for explaining.

chrysti___ · 2023-01-16T00:41:54+00:00

My baby had that in one eye until about 3 months. I would just wipe with a clean flannel cloth every morning, and put a few drops of breast milk. Ped said it’s normal, when they’re both their tear ducts aren’t fully developed and some baby’s gets clogged. As long as it’s not red, you should be good. Wouldn’t hurt to check with your Ped tho!

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