Wash and Care
Before using Charlie Banana
We recommend that the diapers be washed before use. We also recommend
you wash the inserts 4-6 times in order to let the fabric pores open and
obtain maximum absorbency.
Cleaning
Knock solids into the toilet and shake or rinse off any residue. Remove
the washable insert and store both diaper and insert in either a dry
diaper pail or a pail of water until ready for washing. Wash in cold or
warm water to a maximum of 40C/104F. Use any eco-friendly detergent,
only half of the recommended amount is needed. Do not use fabric
softener or bleach. Tumble dry on low or hang to dry.
Care secrets
- 1 small washing pail
- 1 long dish brush
- Vinegar
- Baking soda
- Eco-friendly soap
Here is how it works
A newborn baby needs to be changed every 1-2 hours; therefore you will
need plenty of diapers in your rotation. Some parents prefer to have
fewer diapers and wash daily, others like the ease of having more
diapers and spreading out the washes.
Tips for changing at home:
Take 2-3 organic wipes and pass them under running warm water or dip them in a bowl of water kept at your changing station.
Remove the diaper and wipe the baby clean (or, if you prefer, take
the baby to the sink and gently clean the baby under running water).
Pat baby dry with a dry wipe.
Put on a fresh diaper, fold the dirty diaper, and store it in the diaper pail.
Cleaning specifics
Most of the solid will come off easily from the fleece. A few option to remove any stubborn residue:
- Use some toilet paper to wipe it clean
- Your diaper will be free of any residue very easily.
You can soak your diapers in a wet pail and rinse them off lightly
before washing or you can simply throw them in your dry pail or the
washing machine. We recommend adding a bit of plain white vinegar to
the wash and a few tablespoons of baking soda to help eliminate any
smells on a weekly basis.
DO NOT USE BLEACH because this will damage the lamination of the diaper.
DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER because this will clog
the pores of the fleece and insert fabric. The fleece will not let
liquid pass through and the insert will become less absorbent. If this
has happened to you, soak the diaper and insert with some dish soap and
wash them in your washing machine a couple of times to remove the
residue. They will work fine again. 1-2 wash should do the trick.
Charlie Banana® diapers do not usually stain. However, some slight
staining may occur if a child is on a certain type of medication or
depending on the child's diet. Whenever possible, hang your diapers
outside to dry naturally. Not only will you conserve energy, but your
diapers will also benefit from natural bleaching by the sun.
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