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There are some seasons in life where volunteering for several hours can fit into your schedule. Then there are some seasons where maybe you are dealing with illness or other distractions in your life and hours or large donations are just not possible.
One of the things they never tell you about having a child is that you will use a lot of baby wipes. Think pallets full of baby wipes and you will be close! So you may start to wonder, do baby wipes expire?
The good news is that there is no such thing as too many baby wipes and, while they do lose some of their moistness after a certain time, they do not technically have an expiration date.
Keeping the family organized is easier when you put a command center in place. Not sure where to start? Browse these 20 genius home command centers for busy moms!
You’ll find creative ideas for how and where to implement a designated space to house your command center. You’ll learn how to figure out which components are the most necessary for your family’s needs.
Do you have the dream of the kids running down Christmas morning and their eyes just round with amazement because of all the presents that Santa brought?
The first year I purchased all their gifts online I didn’t take into consideration the size of the gifts. I spent the day before Christmas trying to get things organized. It was then that I realized that even though I had spent what we had budgeted for Christmas, all our gifts for our 5-year-old twin boys were small.
Sometimes, choosing a name for your little one can be tough. When using a formal or classic name some parents want to use a more casual nickname. This list of the best nicknames for Robert plus the meaning and origin of the name can be very helpful.
Many people will try to convince you to name your kids something they love, and you may find yourself too overwhelmed by all the options.
Some parents choose to go with classic names, while others opt for more unique and original names. Robert is a classic name that has remained popular for several years. Keep in mind though, if you name your child Robert, there are several different variations to choose from. Especially when you consider the best nicknames for Robert.
As any mom of a child in diapers knows, a long-lasting diaper product with great absorption is key to a happy baby. But, do diapers expire? Is there a time when they should be tossed away and replaced with a new batch?
The good news is that diapers do not expire, but there are some things you need to know before breaking out that box of diapers that was saved from your last child.
Theoretically, diapers can last forever. As a paper product, they can be just as effective on day 101 after manufacturing as they are on day one. While they generally retain their shape and their performance, the large diaper manufacturers do recommend that they be used within a 2-year time frame so that consumers can experience them at their best.
We called Huggies, Pampers, and Luvs to get the information straight from their customer service representatives about the products themselves. Not only were they helpful in explaining how their products work, they were also happy to answer questions in regard to their diapers and wipes.
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The cheerful customer service representative at Huggies explained that there is no expiration date on the diapers. They are a paper product that should perform the exact same way no matter when they are used. As with all paper products, they did explain that there may be some yellowing of the paper itself with age. The elastic, as with all elastic products, may also lose its elasticity over time. For consumers, this may mean that the longer you wait to use the diapers, the greater there is of a risk of leakage.
Although there is no expiration date for Pampers diapers, they do suggest using them within a two-year time frame. That time frame is the optimal window for all of the products components (i.e. – elastic, paper, absorption material) to work the most effectively. While using them outside of that timeframe can certainly be done, the company claims that they are at their peak performance within those two years after manufacturing.
For those who prefer to use Luvs diapers, there is again, no expiration date for the products. Their diapers are tested for a two-year shelf life, so they recommend using them within that time period. That is when they are the most effective for absorbing liquids and protecting from leaks. Luvs does have a money back guarantee, but it is limited to within 45-days of purchase, so it would not apply to diapers that have been sitting on your child’s changing table for a few years.
Although we have established that diapers do not expire, it is important to be aware of the fact that some of the components of diapers can change with age.
Since diapers are a paper product, over time, the color of the paper may change. It is not unusual to find some yellowing on the outside of the diaper after a couple of years have passed. The discoloration should not impact the diaper’s effectiveness though.
The elastic used at the waist and around the legs can also deteriorate with age. The humidity and heat of the area where the diapers are stored can also speed up the elastic’s deterioration. High humidity and heat dry out the elastic and make it much less effective.
While this does not impact the diaper’s ability to absorb, it can create quite a mess should the diaper leak from the sides or the top.
Since diapers do not expire, it is okay to use them years later and expect them to still be able to absorb.
If you are thinking about using older diapers though, it is a good idea to check the coloring of the paper, as well as the elastic.
Should you find the elastic is loose and does not provide that secure seal around the edges, you may want to put a diaper cover (typically used for cloth diapering) on over the diaper. Just be sure to change the diapers frequently as the extra moisture from the plastic cover over the diaper could irritate your child’s skin.
When it comes down to disposable diapers, the rule of thumb is that there is no expiration date, but they are most effective and perform the best when used within two years of their manufacture date.
Can you use diapers that are older than two years? Absolutely, but just be aware that they may be slightly discolored and that the elastic may have loosened.
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Sometimes mothering comes naturally and sometimes I need special instructions. When it came to diapers I thought it would be super easy, who needs instructions on diapering…right? Well, turns out there were some great tricks that I was happy to learn from some of my experienced mom friends.
Get inspired with this collection of 20 DIY toy storage ideas for girls toys.
Girls toys can include dolls with lots of clothing and accessories that all need a place to be stored when not in use. Also, craft supplies that need proper storage, stuffed animals that need to be corralled, and dress-up costumes that need organization.
Ready to reclaim your kitchen table for its rightful purpose? If so, you’ll want to browse these 20 brilliant homework stations for your kids and get to work creating your own!
Having a dedicated place to work on projects and school work doesn’t need to be expensive. In this collection, you’ll find creative DIY solutions to fit all budgets. Many times you can shop your own home and find items to repurpose and upcycle.
We all dream of having a house that looks like it could be featured on the front page of a magazine. The reality is that despite our best organizing efforts, our home can still look messy!
In some cases, it can even cause your house to look even messier. If you are finding it difficult to maintain order in your home, then you may want to consider these five organizing mistakes that are making your house look messy.
