Cloth vs. Disposables: What Will Diapering Really Cost You?
I’m gonna be so for real with you, diapering a baby is not free. Whether you go cloth or disposable, you’re going to spend money. But what if I told you that how you spend it could save you over $1,000?
Here’s a look at what it actually costs to cloth diaper versus buying disposable diapers. This cost breakdown is done comparing the cost of a Nerdy Mommas diapering system to the cost of diapers from three popular disposable brands: Millie Moon, Huggies, and Pampers.
🧷 Cloth Diapering Costs with Nerdy Mommas
Group 1: 30 Pocket Diapers + Essentials
- 30 Pocket Diapers: $540
- Hemp Inserts (1 pack of 5): $25
- Changing Blanket: $18
- Wetbag: $16
- Laundry Bag: $20
- Total: $619
Group 2: 30 All-in-One Diapers + Essentials
- 30 All-in-Ones: $600
- Hemp Inserts (1 pack of 5): $25
- Changing Blanket: $18
- Wetbag: $16
- Laundry Bag: $20
- Total: $679
Group 3: 25 Pocket Diapers + 5 All-in-Ones + Essentials
- 25 Pocket Diapers: $450
- 5 All-in-Ones: $100
- Hemp Inserts (1 pack of 5): $25
- Changing Blanket: $18
- Wetbag: $16
- Laundry Bag: $20
- Total: $629
🧻 Disposable Diaper Costs (Based on 6,500 Diapers Total)
This cost breakdown only accounts for diapers and does not include wipes, diaper pail refills, or other diapering items that you may need.
What You Actually Save
| Setup | Cloth Cost | Millie Moon | Huggies | Pampers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 (Pockets) | $619 | Save $1,331 | Save $1,851 | Save $1,981 |
| Group 2 (AIOs) | $679 | Save $1,271 | Save $1,791 | Save $1,921 |
| Group 3 (Mix) | $629 | Save $1,321 | Save $1,841 | Save $1,971 |
And remember, cloth diapers can be reused for baby #2, #3, or sold when you’re done. That means even more savings long-term.
So many families are looking to cloth diapers for an affordable diapering solution.
Start your journey today with Nerdy Mommas.