Wahoo – she's two! Banana's full of tantrums, enchanting curiosity, giggles and she's developing a fashion sense (not necessarily a good one – but something's there…) Has she only been ruling our lives for 2 years? She's taught us many things – to live in the moment, don't cry over spilt milk, and keep the digital camera charged up because laughter is only a few moments away. It's easy to forget the 14,000 (approx.) loads of dirty diapers I have done in her little lifetime. But, I am happy to report that we are still mostly using cloth diapers, and it actually has become easier than when she was a little tyke. For those of you who are thinking about giving them up at 6 months or one year – hang in there!!

Check out the "diapers" link on the side bar to read our diaper saga and get lots of questions answered about how to start and keep at it. How is it easier? Let's just say, without getting too gorey, as the child's system matures, it becomes easier to figure out and less messy.

And, after two years, it's just the way it is – not an extra chore, just the thing we do. In previous posts I discussed how we used gDiapers' liners for naptime and evening. Other than that, a thin, flushable liner keeps things pretty contained.

It's been harder to find diapers that fit – we just began using Fuzzi Bunz extra-larges, which are great. They are "stuffers", so you need to also buy absorbant pads that fit inside, but they are so soft and cozy. Our current set of diapers has been in use for more than a year – they still fit, but are a little tight and leave red marks. Plus, we're wearing them out! I don't know if we'll be able to reuse these for any next baby. We've certainly gotten our money's worth out of them!

We've probably prevented about 4,000 diapers out of the landfill so far. I think it's been VERY worth it. Give it a try! To find local places to buy cloth diapers, Buying cloth diapers locally – Kissaluvs has a whole country directory. (this is specifically for their brand, but most places sell a wide variety. Check them out!)