MAHA (and Marxist) moms are outfitting their babies in ‘healthier’ wool diapers — that barely need to be washed
Some parents are turning to wool diapers as a healthier alternative to traditional disposable diapers, citing benefits such as reduced leakage and odor. Wool diaper covers can be used with disposable or washable inserts and require less frequent washing due to their self-cleaning properties. The use of wool diapers has gained popularity across a range of parents, from those interested in wellness to those with children who have sensitive skin conditions like eczema.
- ▪Wool diaper covers are absorbent and can keep babies dry with no odor, making them a viable option for parents dealing with heavy wetters or skin conditions like eczema.
- ▪The lanolin content in wool diaper covers has moisturizing properties that can help soothe skin irritations, and the covers themselves can be used for extended periods without washing.
- ▪A study published in Toxics found that babies who used diapers made with phthalates had traces of these chemicals in their urine, raising concerns about potential long-term health effects.
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Wellness exclusive MAHA (and Marxist) moms are outfitting their babies in ‘healthier’ wool diapers — that barely need to be washed By Karen Fischer Published June 18, 2026, 7:10 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google When Bailey Bouwman’s first child was born, he was a heavy wetter, and getting the perfect diaper fit to prevent leakage was impossible. There’s little as demoralizing as being the parent with the wet baby in public. Bouwman also lives in Prince George, British Columbia, so it’s cold. If she didn’t change her son immediately every time he was wet, he’d inevitably get uncomfortable, fast. But wool diaper covers changed the game. Overnight, leaks became a nonissue.
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