Monday, April 20, 2009

Cloth Diaper.....anyone?

I know it's quite late to invest in cloth diaper now. I'm not talking about the traditional cloth diaper but actually referring to the cloth diaper (the latest trend in the market). They are a bit pricey (that is why I use the term 'invest'). Since Naomi has been fully potty train but at night I still let her sleep with her diaper on. For the past few weeks, she has been inconsistent. Sometimes 1 or 2 days she will wet her disposable. For example, 2 weeks ago, she did not wet her disposable for 4nights in a row and imagine this 'kiam siap' or 'kiasu' mummy re-use the disposable up to 4 nights! So I only use the same and only 1 disposable diaper up to 4nights. I know this is unhealthy for her bottom so I finally decided to invest in cloth diaper.

At first, I only buy 2 cloth diapers from Happy Heiny's http://www.happyheinys.com/( to test first) Then last week I bought 2 more. I never regret buying them :) Let me tell you why.

First, Naomi and Isaac can share the cloth diaper as it is a one size diaper (the buttons are adjustable). The diaper is suitable for baby from newborn till L size. Below are the sample, note: this is the same diaper but with different settings. I plan to put Isaac on cloth diaper when he is 6months old onwards.


Second, the absorbency is very good. No leaking when toddler (a heavy wetter like Naomi) accidentally take a leak or especially during the night where they can't really hold their bladder for that long period of time. So, this is diff compare to the traditional cloth diaper.
Third, no more disposable diaper and definately more environmental friendly :)
Fourth, Disposable diapers contain chemicals, paper, and plastic, and have been reported to cause allergic reactions among other serious health problems. Cloth diapers are a more natural choice and are available in organic fabrics that are either untreated, or minimumally treated with chemicals.
Fifth, will save you money in the long run. Depending on the cloth diapering system you choose, you can save from RM 1,000 - RM 2,000 from birth to potty learning by choosing to use cloth instead of disposable diapers.
Last but not least, the designs are irresistable and nice :) I'm in love with them!!
PS: Some people might find this troublesome as we still need to wash the cloth diaper BUT you can just throw them in the washine machine and you don't have to change the diaper often (like the traditional) cause the level of absorbency is good. You can read the website for more info on how to clean and care for the diapers if you guys are interested.
"Happy Cloth Diapering!"

aikssss.....i'm doing my 'business'

About 1 month ago, Naomi already started to use to toilet bowl to do her business. I need to train her cause when we need to go outside (especially during her class or short trip to shopping mall)she need to use the toilet bowl instead of her usual potty.
This is the pic I took using my camera phone (sorry for the bad quality pic) last Saturday morning.
My little girl has definately grown up a lot and more independent now :)

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Chop, Chop? Anyone?

This is another activity that I introduce to Naomi. We called it "chop, chop"
Normally I will let her play with this when we're dining out so that she'll sit on her high chair for at least 20minutes and let me have quiet dinner.
Before that, I will just let her simply chop in the paper. Just 2 months ago, I started to draw simple lines that look like small boxes and ask her to chop inside the box instead. She's able to listen to my simple instructions. Look at the pictures below: