The Best Flushable Diaper Liners
Flushable diaper liners fit inside reusable, cloth diapers. When baby wets or has a bowel movement, remove the liner, flush it down the toilet and replace it with another one. Caregivers may reuse the outer shell of the diaper as long as it is not soiled. Flushable diaper liners keep baby dry longer because they wick away moisture similar to disposable diapers. The best flushable diaper liners are made of 100 percent biodegradable materials. They are absorbent, non-irritating to baby's skin, fit well and are affordable.
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Materials
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Flushable diaper liners consist of cellulose based materials, which are plant derivatives. Cotton, linen, paper and cardboard all contain cellulose as their main component. Cellulose is 100 percent biodegradable; however, people with septic tanks should not flush liners down the toilet. Other options include compost piles or trash disposal.
Non-Irritating
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Regular disposable diapers contain synthetic materials that may irritate your baby's soft skin. Cloth diapers are typically laundered in bleach containing detergents to kill bacteria, which can irritate baby's skin as well. The best flushable diaper liners do not contain any synthetic materials that may aggravate sensitive skin.
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Fit
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For maximum absorbency, liners must fit well inside of the outer shell. Therefore, it is best to purchase the same brand of liner as diaper. Additionally, different brands are available in different sizes. Some brands are small, medium or large, while others are based on weight or age. The same size of cloth diaper will not fit a baby and toddler, so be sure to check sizing specifications.
Cost
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Flushable diaper liners range in price from $6 to $52 per pack as of February 2011, depending on brand and quantity. Babies will go through the same amount of flushable liners as they do disposable diapers, which is around six per day. Consequently, it is important to research prices on not only cloth diapers, but also their accompanying liners.
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