FAQs

• Do I need to prewash my new SoftWrap Covers & Soakers?
• Should I use Fleece or PUL covers?
• What about Solids vs. Prints?
• What is Wicking?
• How many BSW's do I need?

Do I need to prewash my new SoftWrap Covers & Soakers? TOP
Yes, be sure to wash and dry your SoftWrap covers before the first use. After each additional wash, you can tumble dry on low for a short cycle to remove the excess water and then air dry them. This will preserve the life of your covers. You can tumble dry your Fleece covers on low heat or air dry. The Snap-In Soakers should be washed before using to help activate absorbency. They will be more absorbent the more you wash them.

Should I use Fleece or PUL covers? TOP
Many people have asked us to help them decide between Fleece and PUL for their SoftWrap cover. We love both of them equally, for different reasons. PUL provides a trimmer fit, but there is a chance of some wicking to occur, if left on for too long or not having enough of a soaker in the diaper. The added fleece around the BSW legs provide a comfy fit for baby and helps contain messes inside the cover. Fleece is bulkier in general, but it is breathable, generally fits longer than a PUL cover due to it's stretchy material, and it is very easy to stuff for overnight use. We don't recommend it for long car trips, however, because compression will bring wetness to the outside of the diaper.

What about Solids vs. Prints? TOP
Our solid SoftWraps are great for overnight use as well as for longer times in between changes. Unless we notate "PolyKnit" by the print, it's been made of cotton fabric. Some people may experience wicking around the legs if the soaker is completely wet. We suggest that you use your cute cotton print SoftWraps for daytime diapering.

What is Wicking? TOP
Wicking is when wetness has traveled from the inside of the diaper to the outside of the diaper and then made the outside of the diaper wet. All PUL diapers have the possibility of leaking or wicking for a number of reasons. If you do not have enough absorbency in the diaper or leave it on too long, the wetness will only have one place to go - to the outside of the diaper and then to the baby's clothes. Another reason diapers wick is if the soaker pad is too close to the edge of the diaper. Once the soaker becomes wet, it will very easily transfer the wetness to the outside through seams or thread. Please make sure that you have enough absorbency. Read our soaker decription carefully... add a booster or move up to a heavier soaker if you experience leaks.

How many BSW's do I need? TOP
Generally you will change your baby every few hours in cloth... about 8-10 times a day. If you wash your cloth diapers every other day, you'll need about 15-18 soakers and 5-6 covers to get you through until washing. We suggest 3 soakers per cover and rotating your covers between uses.