Intimidated by cloth diapering? It is easier than you think (this Editor is fully committed to doing it part time!) Here are some of the myths dispelled.

Myth 1: All the parts are too complicated. If you buy an all-in-one cloth diaper, then there are no covers or inserts to deal with. On, off, and straight into the washing machine. Bamboo Baby All-in-One diaper, $21.50 from Hip Baby, www.hipbaby.com

Myth 2: One size fits all. Teeny newborns need a smaller diaper than bigger babies, so go for the wallet-friendly pre-folds, as you’ll only use them for a few months. Editor’s tip: the cotton inserts can be used as cleaning rags for the next 20 years. Bummis Organic Prefold 6 pack, $18 and Bummis Super Snap cover, $13.50 each, both from Hip Baby, www.hipbaby.com

Myth 3: They aren’t as absorbent as disposable. Oh Katy’s pocket diaper comes with two microfiber inserts, which you can double up at night. Plus, they can be worn as training pants during potty training. Definitely this editor’s favourite. Oh Katy pocket diaper, $21.95 each and 6 for the price of 5 from Sea to Sky Baby, www.seatoskybabies.vpweb.ca

Myth 4: It is messy. Bio liners mean there’s no scraping or mess, the liner goes straight into the toilet and your hands stay clean. Bio-soft liners, $6 from Sea to Sky Baby, www.seatoskybabies.vpweb.ca

Myth 5: I can’t do it on the go. A wet bag will hold all your dirty diapers when you are out. Fabulous Wet Bag, $16 from Hip Baby, www.hipbaby.com  —Alexandra Suhner Isenberg

Tip: Make sure to use a detergent made for cloth diapers, we love Rockin’ Green detergent, $20.95 from Sea to Sky baby, www.seatoskybabies.vpweb.ca

Who wears the pants in your family?

Why baby, of course.

So they may as well be cute and organic, like the new range of baby bloomers from Vancouver’s Playpants.

There’s “Laundry Day” in organic indigo denim ($24.95) and “Sunday Brunch” in all-natural cotton and hemp, or a wide range of prints for stylish summer crawlers ($15.95).

Now that’s a bum wrap.

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