fluffing diaper

[WillFord384]

Throw your diaper in your drier on either an air dry or very lower setting and let it run for 2 or 3 minutes. It really puffs up the diaper. If you have the very low heat setting, it not only is a nice puffy diaper but it also feels wonderful.

This is what I do. Five or six at a time for 3-4 minutes on very low heat.

Some diapers can handle a few more minutes, but a lot of them will start to break up the padding, leaving a big lump high in the back.

 

[theancientmariner]

I'm a little prone to really fluffing them up, which makes them more comfy/poofy in my opinion. It does come with a drawback though, as the sap does tend to fall apart quicker making extended wear a bit more uncomfortable. I think there's a good middle ground when fluffing up diapers.

which diapers have you tested this theory on?

 

[theancientmariner]

I do the taco fold then take the leg gatherers and pull them outwards with my thumb and with my 8 other fingers, twisting the edges a little. Once that's done, fold it in half baby diaper style and place it in a drawer with the powder, oil and diapee cream.

 

[PaddedRita]

I do every time change ! I think it help make it fit much better !!!

 

[ARBO]

I think that if fluffing was beneficial then manufacturers would be recommending we do it.

 

[Poobear]

so just curious who all here fluffs their diaper before putting it on

Never heard of it, what do you do

 

[Pantyman]

I always do the typical fold down the center pull and tongue and work it a little bit. But I have done the dryer method before. Yes the diaper is quite fluffy and very comfy.

 

[schooner]

Fluff my diaper but not the booster. Diaper is more comfortable and I believe wicks better.

 

[Deleted member 56273]

Some of the private label diapers I buy from the local grocery store are already fluffed from the factory, which is very rare. Also, the plastic is 5 times softer, smoother and surprisingly gentle for the skin.

 

[lildprted]

yes, always fluff your disposables before use. It improves the wicking, makes sure the leak guards are released and will give you the best performance for your $$$ regardless of brand.

 

[Cashew]

I give it a good taco style fold to keep the diaper V shaped instead of W. The dryer idea sounds nice.

 

[Seasonedcitizen]

North Shore had a video on how to give them a quick fluffing. They also recommended making sure that the leak guards were up and the plastic had no defects that could cause leaks. It only takes a few minutes.

 

[Jack]

Throw your diaper in your drier on either an air dry or very lower setting and let it run for 2 or 3 minutes. It really puffs up the diaper. If you have the very low heat setting, it not only is a nice puffy diaper but it also feels wonderful.

Will a hair dryer work just as well?

 

[Jack]

I think that if fluffing was beneficial then manufacturers would be recommending we do it.

ABUniverse recommends it on there website right here( https://news.abuniverse.com/how-to-perfectly-fluff-your-diaper! )
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[panalero]

i usually fluff them a little bit, folding them and stretching it with care to make sure the leak guards are up. This also soften the nappy a little bit, as they came pretty compressed in the bag.

 

[Joediaper]

Best video on the subject:

 

[ARBO]

Thanks Jack. I’m now convinced that fluffing brings a wicking benefit

 

[KittyCot]

I typically just fold them into a taco after pulling on the wings to get them unstuck

 

[LainIsLain]

Yes! Every time! It's very important!

 

[Kayleigh]

Will a hair dryer work just as well?

No. A hair dryer will just warm the diaper if you have the heat switch on but will not provide the agitation needed for the fluffing.