Especially for families who need or want to be mindful of their monthly budget, cloth diapers are a great option. In this article about the cost savings offered by cloth diapers, we want to give you an overview of how these savings translate into concrete financial benefits:
How many disposable diapers do you need per child?
Newborns use between six and eight diapers per day. As children get older, the number of disposable diapers decreases, with some parents using only four or five diapers a day. The number of diapers needed depends on how long the child requires them. Most children become interested in using the toilet between 18 and 36 months, but are usually not completely potty-trained until between three and four years old. Nevertheless, many parents still use diapers, especially at night and during naps, even if the child is already dry during the day.
Because disposable diapers are weight-dependent, parents have to constantly buy new sizes. Some parents also try out different diapers to find out which one fits their child best. All these factors make it difficult to determine an exact number of disposable diapers per child. Generally speaking, however, between 5,000 and 6,000 disposable diapers are needed per child .
How much does a disposable diaper cost?
The price of a single diaper varies greatly depending on the brand and quality. Some diapers cost as little as 9 cents, while others cost 33 cents. Prices also often increase with size. A single newborn diaper from a well-known brand costs an average of €0.24, the next size up to €0.28, and finally size 6 up to €0.68. This illustrates that the cost of disposable diapers depends heavily on the brand used and how quickly the child outgrows the next size.
However, if one calculates conservatively and uses an average diaper cost, a total price of 1,600 euros per child over the entire diapering period is realistic.
How many cloth diapers do you need per child?
Depending on whether you plan to use cloth diapers exclusively or combine them with disposable diapers, the number of diapers needed will vary. If we assume you're using only cloth diapers, it's important to consider the washing cycles. To be able to conveniently wash every three days, 16 complete diapers, like the ones we offer from Lybbie, are sufficient . With proper washing and use, these last for several years and can even be reused for other children. This means you only need to buy 16 diapers for your first child and will usually have enough for a second. If a second child is born while your first is still in cloth diapers, you can purchase a reduced number of diapers, as our adjustable snaps allow Lybbie diapers to fit all children.
How much do cloth diapers cost in comparison?
A Lybbie diaper is available for €36.90. You can save a few percent by purchasing sets or during promotional offers. Therefore, buying 16 Lybbie diapers should cost €590.40 . Purchasing accessories is not necessary to use Lybbie diapers, but is of course possible if desired. The price is reduced if you also use Lybbie diapers for a sibling, as you don't need to buy the entire quantity again, unlike with disposable diapers.
What additional costs should be expected?
Since disposable diapers produce a large amount of waste, the increased waste disposal costs should be factored in. Cloth diapers need to be washed, but can easily be washed with underwear or bodysuits, as well as towels, cloths, or wipes. Nevertheless, this still results in one to two additional loads of laundry per week. Cloth diapers are air-dried, and our Lybbie diapers are designed to be dry within a few hours.
How can I save even more money?
Wet wipes can be replaced with damp cloths or washcloths. This is also a great way to recycle old, holey, or stained clothing items; simply cut them roughly into washcloth-sized pieces. Collect these cloths in a small basket and use them quickly and easily when changing diapers by dipping them in water. These cloths don't need to be soaked in special lotions; plain water is perfectly sufficient. If necessary, a few drops of oil can be added, but otherwise, neither soap nor any other additives are needed.
Conclusion
Using Lybbie diapers can save you around €1,000 . Here are our current collections: Lybbie Shop
