CD issues

[cep1976]

Are you still using the newborn insert, or have you switched to the one size insert yet? If you aren't using the os one yet, leaking was our sign it was time to do so.

[gibbinator]

I'd start stuffing both inserts in.

ETA: I was half asleep when I read your post and completely missed the part about fabric softener. If the inserts weren't soaked you probably have a build up problem.

[Deleted]

If he used fabric softener, it can coat the fleece and make them repel.

If that's the case, you'll need to strip with blue Dawn dish soap. I'm willing to roll the dice and do it in my machine; other people do it by hand and just rinse in the machine.

Is the insert soaked? If it is, add more stuffing. If it's dry and you're getting leaks, time to strip.

[pugz]

fabric softener can definitely cause repelling. I'd strip

[froggy76]

Agree with token. If the insert is soaked, then you probably need more absorbancy. If the insert isn't soaked, then there's something wrong with the diaper and it's repelling liquid.

If the problem is absorbancy, I would recommend trying some hemp or bamboo inserts for more absorbancy. I don't use microfiber at all anymore.

[Ashley&Scott]

I agree with pps, time to strip them

[pamela]

Yeah, fabric softner is a big no no. Ditto probably need a strip.

Also, check the fit. Make sure there is no gaping, and if you have boy, that he's pointed down.

[Deleted]

Use the most simple dish soap you can find (no moisturizers or fancy additives).

Put a little on a diaper - about the size of a quarter. Wash everything on hot.
Rinse 3-4 times.
Dry.

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Nov 19, 2012 14:15:34 GMT -5 @tokenhoser said:

Use the most simple dish soap you can find (no moisturizers or fancy additives).

Put a little on a diaper - about the size of a quarter. Wash everything on hot.
Rinse 3-4 times.
Dry.

Butting in with a question - when you say "rinse 3-4 times" how do you set that up on your washer? My washer only has an "extra rinse" button...

[Deleted]

On my FL, I pick "rinse and spin" and let it go. I think I can hit "extra rinse" if I want two.

On an old top loader, you spin the dial ahead to "rinse", and then you come back when it's done and do it again and again.

Stripping is a pain in the arse.

[Ashley&Scott]

When I rinse I just run a quick wash without soap, that's 2 rinses & it's less work for me since I only restart the machine once