Why Parents Shouldn’t Feel Bad About Using Disposable Diapers

I’m sure this blog is not going to please all of you environmentally friendly parents who are staunch advocates of cloth diapers, but bear with me for a bit. No matter how bad they are for the planet this next story about disposable diapers has got to give pause to any parent (or any person for that matter) who values human life. True story: An 18-month-old boy is alive today because he was wearing a disposable diaper when he fell from a third-floor apartment window. According to news reports, the toddler climbed onto a sofa and crawled out of an … Continue reading

The Frugal Baby: Disposable Diaper Secret Finds

This is the third article in a series about really saving the most you can when it comes to disposable diapers. I’ve had a lot of practice in this area, and I am always looking for ways to be frugal when it comes to meeting my baby’s needs. Disposable diapers are definitely expensive and can add up to a big chunk of a budget over time. Previously, I talked about how you can save money when you choose your diaper brands, and about the right ways to buy diapers in bulk. Now, here are my very favorite tips to share. … Continue reading