Yes, you can use a Diaper Genie for cloth diapers. It serves as a convenient container for storing soiled cloth diapers before washing.
According to information on cloth diaper care, cloth diapers are simply stored in a trash can or a diaper genie, lined with a reusable cloth diaper pail liner. This method allows you to utilize the existing container for your cloth diapering system.
How to Use a Diaper Genie with Cloth Diapers
Unlike using a Diaper Genie with disposable diapers, which typically involves a specific bag system designed to individually seal diapers, using one for cloth diapers is different. For cloth diapers, the Diaper Genie essentially functions as a dry pail.
Here’s how it works:
- Line the Diaper Genie: Place a reusable cloth diaper pail liner inside the Diaper Genie, similar to how you would line a regular trash can. These liners are waterproof or water-resistant to contain moisture and odors.
- Store Soiled Diapers: After removing a soiled cloth diaper (and rinsing off solids if necessary), simply place it directly into the pail liner inside the Diaper Genie.
- Prepare for Wash Day: When the pail is full, or on laundry day, you can typically lift the pail liner out of the Diaper Genie and empty the contents directly into your washing machine. The liner then gets washed along with the diapers.
Reusable cloth diaper pail liners are versatile. As the reference mentions, these dry pail liners can also be hung from hooks or doorknobs, offering flexibility in where you store your soiled diapers. Using a secure container like a Diaper Genie with a lid can be a good idea for parents who have curious babies, helping to keep little hands out.
In summary, while the built-in sealing mechanism of a standard Diaper Genie designed for disposable bags might not be used with cloth, the container itself is perfectly suitable for holding a reusable cloth diaper pail liner, providing a designated spot to store soiled cloth diapers until they are ready to be washed.
