How and Why Wool Nappy Covers work

[katerdid]

Wool doesn't bother my son's eczema at all

I think they mean "wrap" as in a diaper cover

 

[LittlePants]

Okay, I have wanted to try them, but have been hesitant as I have eczema, and so does my son. Does wool break anybody else out? I, myself, have never tried wool. Also; what do you mean "wrap"? <-- total newbie here

Sometimes wool and/or lanolin can cause an allergic reaction, but usually it doesn't. Alpaca is more hypoallergenic than wool, but some babies can be allergic to alpaca andnot wool! So really you ned to try it ourtfirst, to make sure.

A nappy wrap is a waterproof nappy cover which opens out, and fastens with either poppers or aplix (velcro) Most wool soakers are knitted pull on ones, although you can get wrap type felted ones. Although many people don't beliebe that a knitted soaker can possibly be waterproof, they really are, as long as they are tight knitted, and lanolin treated.

 

[octosquishy]

Okay, I have wanted to try them, but have been hesitant as I have eczema, and so does my son. Does wool break anybody else out? I, myself, have never tried wool. Also; what do you mean "wrap"? <-- total newbie here

Sometimes wool and/or lanolin can cause an allergic reaction, but usually it doesn't. Alpaca is more hypoallergenic than wool, but some babies can be allergic to alpaca andnot wool! So really you ned to try it ourtfirst, to make sure.

A nappy wrap is a waterproof nappy cover which opens out, and fastens with either poppers or aplix (velcro) Most wool soakers are knitted pull on ones, although you can get wrap type felted ones. Although many people don't beliebe that a knitted soaker can possibly be waterproof, they really are, as long as they are tight knitted, and lanolin treated.

What is a good price for a wool cover? And about how long do they last? Also, what is the sizing for them? I really, really want to try them

 

[LittlePants]

The sizes vary from maker to maker, from XS - XL, but knitted ones will fit for quite a whiile, as they are very stretchy. They start at around £11, (that's about $17.50 ) If you want to try one, PM me

 

[octosquishy]

The sizes vary from maker to maker, from XS - XL, but knitted ones will fit for quite a whiile, as they are very stretchy. They start at around £11, (that's about $17.50 ) If you want to try one, PM me

Well I found some on ebay for $4.50 , free shipping, so I guess that's a good price

 

[octosquishy]

The sizes vary from maker to maker, from XS - XL, but knitted ones will fit for quite a whiile, as they are very stretchy. They start at around £11, (that's about $17.50 ) If you want to try one, PM me

Also, how often do you change the covers? How many would I need?

 

[octosquishy]

also also, does fleece work as a diaper cover? because I am seeing a lot of fleece..

 

[octosquishy]

omg I keep finding new questions >_< also also also; what weight of yarn would I need if I were to knit them myself? Worst, baby, fine, etc. Also, I am seeing at wal-mart that there is some Lion Brand wool yarn, it says it is "Easy Care" .. would that work? Thanks so much sorry to be such a bother >_<

 

[LittlePants]

omg I keep finding new questions >_< also also also; what weight of yarn would I need if I were to knit them myself? Worst, baby, fine, etc. Also, I am seeing at wal-mart that there is some Lion Brand wool yarn, it says it is "Easy Care" .. would that work? Thanks so much sorry to be such a bother >_<

Lots of questions! Firstly you did well to find a wool soaker for that prtice, if it's new, but check it out first, because there is someone who sells on ebay what is apparently a wool soaker but when you e=rerad the listing carefully, it isn't at all - it's an add on.

You need to change your cover when you change the nappy, but just hang it to air, and it will be ready to go on again at the next change. So basically you need 2, which you can alternate. However, you will need to wash them occasionally, and they do take a while to dry when you re-lanolize, so you probably need to buy 3.

Fleece does work, but not as well as wool, and you will need to wash a fleece one every time you use it, as it will not self clean.

To knit your own, you need either worsted, aran or chunky yarn, and it needs to be aat least 80% wool, and preferably 100% wool. It also needs to be a hand wash only yarn, as machine washable, or easy care yarn has all the lanolin removed, and it won't accept more.

 

[octosquishy]

Thankyou SO much!!! I found some online patterns for crocheting as well, so I might have Isiah's great great grandma crochet him up a few pairs Thank you SOOOOOOOOO so much! you don't know how much of a help you've been!!

 

[LittlePants]

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[patooti]

I have lots of natural dark brown undyed 100% New Zealand wool that I got originally for a sweater. It isn't the softest but is this the kind to use to knit these? It smells strongly of lanolin. Most of the wool I've been knitting baby stuff with is merino and it is all machine washable but very very soft to touch. Does the regular wool not bother baby skin at he legs and tummy?

 

[LittlePants]

I have lots of natural dark brown undyed 100% New Zealand wool that I got originally for a sweater. It isn't the softest but is this the kind to use to knit these? It smells strongly of lanolin. Most of the wool I've been knitting baby stuff with is merino and it is all machine washable but very very soft to touch. Does the regular wool not bother baby skin at he legs and tummy?

As long as it's not treated to be macine washable it should be fine. The lanolin treatment will soften it as well. Unless your baby is allergic to either lanolin or wioll, it shouldn't irritate, but I guess if it's very course it could prickle a bit. Softeryarns certainly don't seem to cause any irritation.

 

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[LittlePants]

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[too_scared]

Thank you

 

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[Olivette]

I have a few questions if that's ok!

I've been really interested in wool! Our first is due at Christmas, so a such am building a stash in preparation for baby to be born. One of the main things I've been hesitant about is when you look at wool soakers to buy, they all mention the measurements, and because of baby not being born yet, I have no idea how big she will be . I'm happy to not use wool right away, but would kind of like something in place in anticipation for her to be here, so I don't have to worry about doing it afterwards. Would you realistically recommend waiting until after she's born?

Also, i'd like too make my own really.. I have seen blog posts where people have upcycled a felted wool jumper, and that might be an option closer to Christmas as we're being bought a tumble dryer, but I have just taught myself the basics of crocheting so am interested in the idea of crocheting some soakers myself! I'm sure I can find a pattern.. I know that it is recommended 100% wool, and the hand wash only, but is there any brands that you'd particularly recommend?

Thanks!