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Detergent
We suggest you avoid optical brighteners and whiteners, softeners, fragrances and other additives.  The Real Diaper Industry Association has a wonderful resource for finding a cloth diaper frien
Stiff Hemp
Hemp is a very absorbent fiber. As such it can cling tightly to minerals in your water. Hard water is especially prone to this. Often just putting the diapers in the dryer for the last few minutes of
How do I wash/dry/care for my Little Beetle diapers?
For starters, your Little Beetle diapers do not need repeated pre-washing: once will do so long as you know that they will continue to gain absorbency with the first 8+ washes. We recommend a cold
Elastic
What kind of elastic is found in my Little Beetles and what do I do if it seems like it is not as stretchy or tight as usual? Little Beetle diapers and wool wrap covers contain Lastin clear elastic.
Pre-treating
Do I need to prime my diapers before first use?  You should prewash your Little Beetle ONE or hemp diapers and doublers once on a HOT wash cycle with a small amount of your normal detergent and
Stinky Hemp
My hemp diapers are stinky when my baby wets. What could be wrong?   It sounds like what you are experiencing is possibly a detergent build up on your diapers. This can be remedied by "strippi