Unbleached Indian prefolds are an economical choice for cloth diapering. These absorbent prefolds are a mainstay for many cloth diapering families. These diapers are very absorbent, wash and dry easily, and can be used with a variety of diaper covers. Indian prefolds work great folded in thirds and placed in a snug fitting snap or hook and loop cover. With a Snappi or pins you can use them with wool or pull on diaper covers as well.
The softest prefolds you'll find, Indian prefolds are diaper service quality. Unlike some brands these are the real thing. Soft, absorbent and thick, these Indian prefold cloth diapers are available in several sizes to meet your growing baby's needs. When your baby outgrows one size, you can use them for doublers for the next size up. Some people also use these as inserts for pocket diapers. If you plan to use them for stuffing pocket diapers you will usually want one size smaller than the pocket diaper (infant size prefolds for stuffing medium pocket diapers, for instance).
Soft cotton Indian prefold diaper service quality diapers are the most highly rated prefold on the Diaper Pin. They won't last quite as long as Chinese prefolds and they are a bit bulkier than Chinese prefolds. Chinese prefolds are more durable but not quite as soft.
Unbleached Indian prefolds will need approximately 3-5 washings to remove the natural cotton oils and fluff them up for maximum absorbency. They do not require as many prewashes as Chinese prefolds.
Unbleached Indian prefolds are naturally a nice dark creamy color. Bleached diapers are made by bleaching the fabric before it is sewn into diapers. This is hard on the fibers and creates a less durable diaper.
What size prefold should I buy?
Most newborns will do just fine in the Infant size. If your baby is expected to be small or you don't like bulky diapers on a tiny baby, you may want to invest in a number of premie diapers. These make great doublers, mama pads or doll diapers when they are outgrown.
If your baby is near the top of the weight scale, size up.
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Preemie |
2x6x2 |
9.5"x13" |
4 to 10 lbs. |
$6.50 for 1/2 dozen |
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Infant |
4x8x4 |
12"x16" |
7 to 15 lbs. |
$10.00 for 1/2dozen |
Premium
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4x8x4 |
14.5"x22"
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15 to 30 lbs. |
$14.50 for 1/2 dozen |
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Toddler
$16.50 for 6
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4x8x4
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17.5"x23"
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6.0 oz
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30-45 lbs |
Diaper service quality Indian prefolds are made in Pakistan by OsoCosy. These are true diaper service quality diapers used by many diaper services.
Unbleached Indian prefolds will shrink 5-10% when washed, as will other prefolds. Sold in groups of 6 diapers. |