Growing with Freya Journal

Cloth diapers weren’t something I planned for years in advance.

They were a quiet decision, one that grew out of wanting to move more intentionally in this season of motherhood.

As I started learning more, I became aware of how much contact a diaper has with a baby’s skin. Baby skin is still developing and incredibly sensitive, and it made me pause to think about what it’s exposed to day after day.

I found myself wanting to avoid certain chemicals that are commonly used in many disposable diapers. Including what are often referred to as “forever chemicals” and other additives, simply because they can sit against the skin for hours at a time. For me, it felt important to be mindful of what might be absorbed through one of the most delicate parts of a baby’s body.

That awareness, combined with a desire to slow things down, is what led us to cloth.

At first, it felt intimidating. There’s so much information out there, systems, opinions, strong voices. But once we started, it became surprisingly simple.

What I’ve loved most isn’t just the practicality it’s the rhythm.

Cloth diapers create a natural pause. A moment of presence. Less about convenience, more about care. They’ve become part of a slower, more mindful routine that feels grounding rather than overwhelming.

There have been learning curves, of course. Moments of second guessing. But even those moments have been gentle reminders that this season doesn’t require perfection, just intention.

For us, choosing cloth diapers isn’t about being “better” or doing things a certain way. It’s about choosing what feels aligned for our family right now. Something softer. Something reusable. Something that reflects how I want to move through motherhood thoughtfully, imperfectly, and with care.

This is still a beginning, and I’m letting it stay that way.

No pressure to get it right.

No need to convince anyone else.

Just another small choice that feels rooted in love.

❤️Freya’s Mommy