Care Instructions

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Before using Charlie Banana

We recommend that the diapers be washed before use. We also recommend you wash the inserts 4-6 times before use 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. Below are a few options 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 washes 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.

If you have any questions on to how to use or care for your Charlie Banana® diapers, please drop us an email or post your question on our Facebook page.