Cloth Diaper (Nappy) History Part 4

Early 1900's

1. Rubber pants was invented, but was only used when really necessary (far trips, protecting fancy clothes) due to the fact that was not breathable and caused extreme rash and chafing.
2. Hygiene was also great factor now.

• Babies were changed frequently.
• Diapers were sanitized by boiling them before reusing

1. During WW2 many women used flour sacks as diapers due to poverty.
2. Also during WW2 "diaper services" got popular, because many mothers had to work to help support their families. Freshly cotton nappies were delivered on a as-needed basis.
3. Hand knit Wool soakers also became popular around this time.
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