2. good for the environment
This is somewhat qualitative. While the reusable diaper
doesn't get thrown into a landfill, the contents of the diaper
do go down the toilet — and that contributes to the load
of the wastewater treatment facility or your homes septic
system. In Fredericksburg, given our abundance of water and
the city's sewer system, reusable diapers are the preferred
method to be eco-friendly.
3. test our commitment
to sustainability
Doing something for 2+ years is a significant commitment, but add to it a somewhat yucky task and
it is even more significant. We had to counsel our
child care providers to be sure the diapers were not
tossed into the trash and even took the special diapers on family vacations.
As we anticipate the coming of our second child
(perhaps before this article is published) we are planning to continue with reusable diapers. If we can do
it, so can you!
Richard Friesner is a dad, environmental scientist,
and member of the city of Fredericksburg's Planning
Commission.
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