| One of the biggest expenses of cloth diapering is the | | | | elastic has been used around the leg and waist areas. |
| waterproof covers needed for the diapers. Many | | | | Nylon covers are a popular choice for older babies as |
| people will opt to use the cheapest diaper cover they | | | | a newborn maybe chaffed by the nylon |
| can get only to find they are often replacing them. | | | | A long lasting alternative to nylon is polyester. The |
| There are many options to the basic cover. | | | | polyester is light and airy, while still being strong enough |
| Plastic covers are the cheapest and the most widely | | | | to resist tears and rips. While the plastic and nylon |
| available, but with there low cost comes many | | | | diaper covers are often slip on, polyester covers come |
| problems. The plastic covers can not be placed in a | | | | with Velcro or button snaps that insure a tight fit. One |
| dryer and will often tear quite easily. The plastic covers | | | | need only look into the quality of the actual cover they |
| are probably only a good idea for a person looking into | | | | want to purchase and insure good craftsmanship. |
| cloth diapering and trying to get an idea if its right for | | | | Wool and Fleece covers can also be found although |
| them. | | | | they are harder to locate. The covers feature |
| Nylon covers can also be found they cost more than | | | | adjustable waist lines but the big disadvantage is they |
| the plastic covers but they last considerable longer. | | | | are considerable less waterproof than many of the |
| When seeking a nylon cover make sure a good quality | | | | alternatives. |