Are cloth diapers really that good for the environment?

We spoke to a sustainability expert about their environmental impact.

The question is where do you stand on the cloth diapers vs. disposable debate?

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Keep reading to learn more about cloth diapers and how they really stack up against disposables.

Experts in This Article

founder and executive director ofOceanic Global

Cloth Diapers vs.

Disposable Diapers: Which are more eco-friendly?

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founder and executive director ofOceanic Global

But theyre not great for the environment.

(For reference, plastic water bottles take450 yearsto decompose in a landfill.)

But thats not necessarily the case.

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That said, nowadays, cloth diapers arent what they once were.

Other considerations to keep in mind are cost.

How To Recycle Cloth Diapers

Cotton Babieswill recycle your old, worn cloth diapers for you.

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Drop off your package at the post office and they handle the rest.

For more info on how to recycle cloth diapers and their environmental impact, check outDiaper Swappers.

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