If you have decided to cloth diaper the next thing you will need is something to store them in.
There are several different ways you can store them and different types of diaper pail liners you can use.
I know this can be overwhelming so I’m going to show you the ones that have lasted me for years and how to use them!
This post has been updated after 5+ years of using these diaper pail liners.
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About Diaper Pail Liners
If you are planning on using cloth diapers I would strongly suggest getting a couple of Diaper Pail Liners (aff link) to rotate.
I linked my personal favorite brand above.^
You can throw one in the wash with your dirty diapers and pull out the clean one to use.
A pail liner is pretty much a giant wet bag; it’s waterproof (or water-resistant) and usually made with PUL or TPU.
Diaper Pail liners work by holding in the odors and moisture from your dirty diaper laundry.
Let’s be honest, that stuff can reak!
You can get diaper pail liners in a lot of colors and prints to match your nursery along with different sizes.
They also come in different closures like drawstring, zipper, and elastic versions. Some can even hang adding to their convenience.
Containers For Your Dirty Diapers
You can purchase a Fancy Diaper Pail (Amazon aff link) to hold your diapers or go the cheap route and pick up a 13-gallon trash bin from Walmart.
We’ve been using our trash-bin for over 5 years and will be able to continue using it after we finish cloth diapering.
GroVia – Diaper Pail Liner
I’ve talked a lot about GroVia on this blog but dude, they always make quality products that last!
This is probably my favorite Diaper Pail Liner (aff link) out of the three because of its ability to lock in moisture and not drip everywhere when I hang dry.
The diaper pail liner I originally purchased from them features a drawstring closure. However, now they offer different kinds and more beautiful color options.
Before washing this bag I loosen the drawstring all of the ways so it doesn’t get tangled in my diapers.
These Are Good For More Than Diapers.
Diaper pail liners are great for traveling with cloth diapers, beach towels, and supplies or even storing dirty clothes. They are very versatile so you can continue you to use them after your diapering days.
Planet Wise – Diaper Pail Liners
Planet Wise is a well-known brand that is my second favorite after GroVia. You can check out their Pail Liners Here. (Aff link)
One of the perks of purchasing from them is they offer a large variety of colors and prints to choose from. This is great if you have an open diaper bin like me and are a little OCD about matching EVERYTHING to your nursery!
The Cons…
The only drawback is their liners are a little pricier than other brands but the PUL quality is nice and thick.
The thicker material helps to lock in the odors and moisture from your soiled diapers.
I also noticed that this liner seems to drip water whenever I am hang-drying it, so I usually throw a little hand towel underneath.
Sometimes I try blotting it dry first and then adding the towel. This is the only real quirk I have with this pail liner but I think the overall quality is pretty good and I love the colors they offer!
Simple Steps To Prevent Odors!
You might be tempted to put a lid on those stinky diapers but I found that keeping everything open helps with airflow and ultimately with odors.
Just keep little Johnny from getting into them!
I also Spray All Of My Diapers and sprinkle a little bit of baking soda in my diaper pail.
My nursery smells pretty well most of the time, you’d be surprised knowing there is a bin full of dirty diapers sitting in the room.
Make sure you wash your diapers every two to three days to prevent ammonia build-up, nasty odors, or any mold.
If you do go longer then do no less than two wash cycles each time you wash your diapers.
Every now and then I also like to open my windows and let some fresh air circulate through the room.
This helps in keeping my nursery fresh and crisp.
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