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I am the founder of the green and happy mom blog and green and happy shop. After battling severe depression, I am determined to make the world a little better and I want to take you along that journey with me.

Jul 22, 2021

What is PUL?

We all know PUL as a waterproof layer often found in cloth diapers and menstrual products but what is PUL exactly?

Oct 2, 2020

Why I quit using Cloth Diapers

I don't like to admit it but I have quit using cloth diapers. Read here several reasons why I stopped cloth diapering.

Apr 24, 2020

Alva Baby Review - Real Nappy Week day 5

Each day during Real Nappy Week, a different cloth diaper brand will be reviewed. Today I review Alva Baby cloth diapers.

Apr 23, 2020

TotsBots Review - Real Nappy Week Day 4

Each day during Real Nappy Week, a different cloth diaper brand will be reviewed. Today I review TotsBots cloth diapers.

Apr 22, 2020

Buttons Review - Real Nappy Week Day 3

Each day during Real Nappy Week, a different cloth diaper brand will be reviewed. Today I review Buttons cloth diapers.

Apr 21, 2020

Grovia Review - Real Nappy Week Day 2

Each day during Real Nappy Week, a different cloth diaper brand will be reviewed. Today I review Grovia cloth diapers.

Apr 19, 2020

Rumparooz Review - Real Nappy Week Day 1

Each day during Real Nappy Week, a different cloth diaper brand will be reviewed. Today I review Rumparooz cloth diapers.

Mar 13, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions about Cloth Diapers

When considering cloth diapers, you may have lots of questions. Here I have listed the questions I received often.

Aug 30, 2019

Do Cloth Diapers Save Money? Let's Calculate!

Do cloth diapers save you money. I did all the calculations for you so you can choose your favorite cloth diaper see how much you save!

May 10, 2019

16+ Benefits of cloth diapers - Why to cloth diaper?

Cloth diapers have several benefits for both our health as well as the planet. Read here several reasons why to cloth diaper.

Feb 15, 2019

12+ Cloth Diaper Accessories - Essentials for Easy Cloth Diapering

When you are using cloth diapers there are a few items that are essential to add to make cloth diapering a lot easier.

Jan 18, 2019

Leaking Cloth Diapers

Leakage in cloth diapers is an annoying problem. Read here all about the possible causes and solutions for leaking cloth diapers.

Jan 11, 2019

Stripping Cloth Diapers - Deep Cleaning

Stripping cloth diapers is a very intense method of deep cleaning dirty reusable baby diapers.

Dec 28, 2018

What is Zorb?

Zorb is known to be a highly absorbent fabric but what exactly is it?

Dec 14, 2018

How to wash cloth diapers - Cloth Diapering 101

Washing cloth diapers properly is the most important part of the whole cloth diaper routine. Here you can read more about it.

Dec 7, 2018

10 Different types of Cloths Diapers - Which type is best for you?

There are 10 different types of cloth diapers. Each with their pros and cons. Which of these cloth diapering methods is best for you?

Nov 30, 2018

How to Start Cloth Diapers

Changing to cloth diapers can be a big step. Read here how I started cloth diapering.

Nov 23, 2018

Cloth Diaper Terminology

There are lots of different cloth diaper terms and abbreviations. This list explains each one of them.

Nov 16, 2018

Pros & Cons of Disposable and Cloth Diapers

Pros and cons of cloth diapers and disposable diapers. Both have advantages and disadvantages you need to know about.

Nov 2, 2018

Reusable Baby Wipes vs Disposable Wipes

Reusable baby wipes save you money, are better for our environment and are better for your babies skin compared to disposable baby wipes