I have at times been in a position where hand washing my diapers was the most practical option. Hand washing diapers is thoroughly us doable. However this is a method I recommend only for natural fiber diapers (cotton and it hemp). Also it is best for diapers that are not thick (flats, prefolds, butterflies). Some Fitted's, Mini's and AI2's can be hand washed but it depends in construction. First, natural fibers. Second, thin layers (soaker layers that are max 4 layers when opened up).
Fill tub (hot water if possible) with correct punt of detergent for load being washed.
Spread out opened diapers.
Roll up pants, or wear shorts, or shirt skirt.
Stop in tub like you were stomping grapes for about 15 min.
Drain tub and wring out diapers.
Fill tub with cool (not cold, you'll freeze your feet) water. Mix with white vinegar.
Put diapers back in. Opened up. Stomp 5 min.
Wring and shake out diapers, then drain tub.
Hang (if possible in sun) diapers till dry.
Tips:
• do in morning for full day if sun.
•iron when dry to soften up diapers.
•if you have access to a dryer, throw dried diapers in dryer with a wet (but not soaking) cloth for 5-10 min to soften up.
•soak pail in vinegar water while washing diapers, then rinse and wipe when done.
•put music on and dance/stomp out the diapers
•enjoy the healthy exercise while getting diapers cleaned
•yes I use same detergent when hand washing. I use xtra or gain. Tide is also very good.
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