How to Use Modern Cloth Diapers to Save Money and the Environment
Work shop will introduce modern cloth diapers, what they look like
- How to use modern cloth diapers, calculate and compare your expense on diapers
- How you can help your community reduce trash and better for the environment
details
- when: saturday, may 29th, 2010, from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm
- to attend: Please see the info page for more information on attending any of the workshops at the 2010 Boston Skillshare.
- facilitated by: Nhung Pham and Eric Brown
lesson plan
This lesson is divided into three parts:
Part one:
-Introduce the history of diapers: what our grandmas and mothers used in the past.
-What types are currently available on the market, and what are the pros and cons of each type: disposable diapers, pocket diapers, all-in-one diapers, fitted diapers, diaper covers, etc.
- Demonstration of how to use a reusable diaper: how to put it on a baby and how to care for it as clothing.
Part two:
Calculate the cost of diapers. Each baby is unique and each mother's choice is personal; we will provide a general formula with some tweaks for individuals. Formula inputs include the baby's age, number of changes per day, diaper brand, diaper size, and how frequently laundry gets done. Considering how much Mom would like to save per month on diapers, we can quantitatively compare each case to find her best choice.
Part three:
Diapers in your community and the environment.
Learn how much your community is paying for hauling and disposal of diapers. Consider whether or not it is healthy to carry human waste around your community. How you can help preserve resources and prevent waste?
facilitator experience
Author of
Diapers and Municipal Government
An Analysis of the Diaper Portion of SW-152c
Diaper Cost Comparison
Parent of two children using modern cloth diapers. Consulting and helping so many mothers use modern cloth diaper.
intended audience
Expected mothers.
Parents of three years of age or younger kids.
Zero waste, environmentalism