Homemaking day in the life | DIY laundry soap, baking from scratch, & cloth diapering

I guess you could say nesting has kicked in! This week I'm making a big batch of homemade laundry soap using liquid castile which is just a bit more expensive than grating up castile bar soap but SO easy and works great in HE machines and for all of our dirty clothes. I'm also making some sourdough cookies inspired by my daughter's newfound love for toffee, and sharing some old recipes from my blog that have never made it to KZbin.
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Homemade Mayo Recipe: hopewellheightsblog.com/homem...
Amish Yeast Bread Recipe: hopewellheightsblog.com/homem...
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My recommended source for cloth diapering: Green Mountain Diaper
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[@kimdowning8736]

I am absolutely amazed by all the cloth diaper options. In 1984 our cloth diapers were cotton, pins and plastic pants. 😂 That is reallly awesome.

[@WilliamsOwen-fz5zr]

Good evening Kim🌹🌹 Meet a new day, how are you feeling today, hope all is going well with you over there??

[@judithbutler9695]

Thrilled you are teaching yeast also! Your cooking is magnificent! 🙌🏻❤️

[@judithbutler9695]

Fascinated by the content! My diaper days are long ago! But boy oh boy do I wish you were around!!!❤️❤️ you are a born educator.you must have been a spectacular nurse as well. I’m thrilled you have the opportunity to reach millions and I do mean that as they are missing out if they don’t find your channel! From pickleball to homeschooling, you are every woman 🙌❤️👏🏼👏🏼praying for a safe and healthy delivery ❤️🙏🏻

[@iamcharlottefaith]

I always look forward to your videos, thank you for taking the time to make them

[@HopewellHeights]

You are so welcome!

[@kimsuejohnson4016]

I’d love to see more cloth diaper videos! ESPECIALLY how you fold the flats❤

[@mamajewelAmber]

Ahhh love the cloth diaper info, I made simple wool covers out of old wool sweaters I found at the thrift. Plus I made pants and dresses for simple infant clothes ❤️

[@mamajewelAmber]

The wool pants and wool dresses and covers are so easy to make from second hand wool sweaters. We were very poor so three sweaters is all that was needed. :)

[@HopewellHeights]

Nicely done! 👏🏽

[@designsbydriedgers]

Genius! I enjoy sewing so I was wondering how I could make some of these options 🤩

[@maryannhaller3273]

I am a senior but I still love your videos. So happy your channel is growing.

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you so much!

[@susiemccoy7]

Me too. I'm 66 & I so enjoy your videos Steph.

[@justpatty7328]

I am thrilled that you are making videos on cloth diapers. Your experience and knowledge you are sharing is fantastic for those unfamiliar. I think the #shorts will also be beneficial.

[@sarahburke1576]

I clothed my babies in cloth diapers. I used what you used and I wholeheartedly agreed that those where the best options! None of my friends clothed diapered and I felt really alone on what options to choose from. I did a lot of research. I’m so glad you made this video for people that are looking into it. It really is easy and cheap. And safer for the baby. Sometimes I would put a disposable on when we were out in about every once in awhile and I found that made them have more diaper rashes. Also coconut oil for the diaper rashes worked the best for me. My first one I bought all kinds of different products for diaper rash and I hated the ingredients in them. Then someone told me about coconut oil.

[@rebeccabailey8469]

Awww, I love that he got up there and helped you! They will be super sweet marshmallows now.❤

[@HopewellHeights]

The sweetest!! 🥹 I pray there never a shortage of little helpers here whether it’s my kids or grandkids someday!

[@jewelthompson3492]

I tried your pancake recipe, and it is so good. As I was mixing it. It dose need oil because the discard sourdough. The only oil you use is what you put on and cook with.

[@katyl]

So many good gems

[@jeanetteharris373]

I used the big old-fashioned cloth diapers and another style that was smaller but had a thick reinforced cloth center. Oh, and I used the rubber legless pants that went over them. That was in the 70's and early 80s, and they were cheap! I must say, cloth diapers have certainly changed, but it would still be the better choice! It looks like you have a great system. 👍 I wish you and yours many continued blessings!

[@lindabeauchamp2991]

I said it before, but you are an amazing homemaker. Love your videos.such a blessed family you have

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you so much!

[@MariaTofalidou]

Thank you so much for sharing baby related content. I truly appreciate and would love to see more definitely! Wishing all the best for you and your family 🌼

[@HopewellHeights]

I’ve got a baby, pregnancy, and birth video planned for next week! ❤️

[@user-fx1vs7fw1l]

In making your mayonnaise… if you add some whey leftover from making yogurt & add it to your mayonnaise… you can make large quantities and the whey makes it last longer.

[@carolinew6095]

Lovely, chatty video! It is such a treat to watch your videos ❤️✝️❤️✝️

[@designsbydriedgers]

This was so helpful

[@user-pp2hc7cq2m]

I love your dress!!!

[@jhpreemie]

You are so generous, what a treasure. You make me feel confident with everything you teach LOL, it's amazing.

[@HopewellHeights]

Wow, thank you!

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

Wishful thinking.

[@jhpreemie]

@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt what a strange reply

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

@@jhpreemie Indeed….

[@nahhangraph1645]

I would love a full pregnancy video! I just found out I'm 8 weeks with my first and it is all overwhelming! Supplements, diet, i just want to make the healthiest baby!

[@MJones-ep8hf]

It’s funny watching the cloth diaper part of the vid knowing all the while that your kids are in cookie heaven in the kitchen😂😂😂😂 reminds me of my babies❤

[@cvusoccerfreak101]

Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your cloth diaper tips! I have a one year old and have been mostly cloth diapering with him since he was 4 months. I have another one due around the same time you're due and am looking into different options of diapering- we use pockets now and I'm at the point of double stuffing them.. I think I can so better with good quality prefold or flats. The folds and different sizes are a little intimidating! Would love the short clips regarding diapering on the different folds, specifically for boys, laundering- have used prefolds before during nighttime and my baby woke with a horrible rash, I think due to the pee staying on him at night, nighttime routines with diapering, etc. Really loving your content and so thankful for the natural, wholesomeness and honesty of your life. Praise be to God for all these babies and growing families 💛🙏

[@saralambey]

I originally found you from your original laundry detergent recipe video a year ago, was so happy when I saw you come back to KZbin after your little break!

[@WilliamsOwen-fz5zr]

Good evening Sarah 🌹🌹 Meet a new day, how are you feeling today, hope all is going well with you over there??

[@jessstephenson8679]

Would love more cloth diaper recipes 😍 super helpful thank you!

[@HopewellHeights]

More to come!

[@susanvelez6534]

WOW darling..I did cloth diapers for my son and they have come a long way. I had a bag like yours but I had a diaper service because where I lived I did not have washer dryer. So they would come once a week with the clean ones and I would give them the dirty diapers. Oh and the fasteners you showed, are so cool. We had the old fashion big baby pins but my baby never had a rash I loved them ❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

[@WilliamsOwen-fz5zr]

Good evening Susan🌹🌹 Meet a new day, how are you feeling today, hope all is going well with you over there??

[@TwoBirchHomestead]

Yes please on a cloth diaper playlist. I have used Bum Genius all-in-ones for 4 of my kids but find that I need disposables during the first 3-4 months and then my babies stop using them after a year or so as they seem to be too small. So I love hearing your experience with the old fashion ones!

[@madisonkellogg2751]

Your photography always makes everything look so good and yummy! 😍 I also use flats from green mountain! Much prefer them to all the order options! I was wondering if maybe sometime you could do a video on overwhelm. How to not get overwhelmed/put systems in place. I have a 3yo, 2yo, and 7 month old and I’m struggling to get things done!

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed the video

[@lee0223]

Love the cloth diaper info!! Just had my first baby and I’m cloth diapering but I’ve only tried pocket diapers so far. I’m interested in trying different types! I’ve loved it so far!🧷🩲👶🏻

[@Teri6419]

Your baby will thank you!

[@HopewellHeights]

It’s the best!

[@shadurg]

I love all your beautiful dresses 😊

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you!

[@user-ey9go4ln8h]

On this topic do you make them or where do you get them.

[@sydneychannelmaxwell]

So so so helpful! I’ve been waiting on this! Definitely going to be going with the cloth diapering route come baby number 3! Please any videos helps ❤

[@WilliamsOwen-fz5zr]

Good evening Sydney 🌹🌹 Meet a new day, how are you feeling today, hope all is going well with you over there??

[@1964Blueyes]

You work in such a calm peaceful manner, I need to do that, I run around like a headless chicken 🐓 I am so hyper organised, maybe I need to relax more . You look radiant, wishing you a wonderful birth . You probably will do that in a calm peaceful manner too ☺️💗🐨

[@rachelt761]

Yes! Give yourself grace! I used to clean like it was my sprint workout but the sprint never ended. Became a marathon. The household doesn’t benefit if your mental health is at risk ❤

[@RNmamaP]

Made your pan de mie for my picky toddler this week….and he loved it!!! Praise God! I don’t have to buy store bought bread anymore 😍 Are you able to link your small black Dutch oven?? Been looking for one like it…obsessed!!!

[@juliafieger949]

I went the sourdough route for awhile but I really love using yeast -- just my own preference and I love the flavor better!

[@HopewellHeights]

It really is so handy!

[@CraftyTreasuresByGigi]

I took your 45 min French bread loaf and doubled it and made sandwich bread my husband actually likes!

[@HopewellHeights]

So glad you loved it!

[@lunamrrz9567]

Hi. New subscriber. I’ve been binge watching your videos. And I just can’t get over how pretty and healthy your hair looks. Can you share your hair care routine or the product you use. Thanks 😊

[@judyreynolds305]

I’m 64. Used flat diapers on my kiddos many many years ago! They are cheap, did not have the fancy diaper. There is such a thing as too many choices. Flat diaper you can fold to fit the size of baby! I see you have woolie cover , so jealous I wanted one back in 1979! Cannot wait until your little one gets here!🥰

[@WilliamsOwen-fz5zr]

Good evening Judy 🌹🌹 Meet a new day, how are you feeling today, hope all is going well with you over there??

[@magen2271]

Very much looking forward to your video on planning for baby! We are trying fit our 3rd now. God willing I hope to have my first home birth and would love more information on the topic.

[@jayyoung8892]

Also adding a teaspoon of sugar or sugar substitute to your Mayo also amps up the flavour

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

Steph, your dress is soo pretty.🫶🏻

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you! ❤️

[@kiloalphatango9637]

Hello im Kat. i absoultely love your content and everything you share. I am in day 3 of making my first ever starter culture for sourdough bread. thankyou for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us. I pray one day someone gives you a book deal because i think you absolutely deserve it. Curious to know if you have a recipe for making homemade jam and how you would make it ? 💟 ps. you are truly inspirational !

[@Becka034]

Love your videos! I am obsessed with the eucalyptus on the island. Where did you get it?

[@user-fy2ls2cc4s]

Thanks for all the info on cloth diapering, I’m looking to cloth diaper my second due in 2 months! Do you use your homemade laundry soap to wash them or do you use a special detergent?

[@Sunhoneysage]

have you ever considered a Dexter bull? a dexter jersey cross is a really good Milker and beef cow. Dexter bulls also have a really docile temperament.

[@HopewellHeights]

Yes I have a friend with a Dexter herd and I know they are great! We are going to slowly transition to Normande so I’m excited to see what the dairy and beef is like!

[@ninonvanuytrecht661]

Love watching your videos. Do you have a video about your proofed? I got mine but don’t know what the best temperature to proof my sourdough bread.

[@saielady]

I found out last June I was expecting our third, so I went out of the way to replace the fuzzibunz one size we used on our daughter as she’d leak through them at certain stages in her growth and wr didn’t have the funds to replace them. I spent a bit on preloved newborn (varying weight ranges) diapers, then bought some fitted and hybrid diapers brand new (half off though!) for as baby got bigger. We have 2 kids (11 and 6) and we didn’t have the money to get the, what I like to call ‘nicessities’ and made due with what we had. This time was a big deal because we were able to get actual furniture for baby’s room, we had the money to put towards the things we wished we had before. I put all of the diapers in their drawer, we have a double rail for hanging clothes. We were super excited, then lost the baby in September (the day before my deceased father in laws birthday!). We’ve been ttc since November with no luck, then I read that i could be ovulating earlier than I used to or not at all. Yep, a week earlier! We got our BFP yesterday after I checked to see when my period was due (yesterday). It’s the first time I cried seeing it. Both from excitement and fear of having to go through it again. The spacing between them isn’t ideal, bu we thought we were done until we realised how quiet the house is 😂

[@rosepistilli223]

Thank you for the cloth diaper info!! I would love to hear more- especially wool pants- I'm always like- how can you go days/weeks between washes when there are four blow outs a day...? 😂 Maybe I just have super poopers😂 I've never had the courage to try wool pants because of the expense. I do prefolds with a pul cover and I wash everyday for my sanity😂

[@HopewellHeights]

I’ll definitely add more cloth videos to my to do list! I love the kite fold for containing blowouts!

[@hals1fineday]

I wish I was a kid growing up in her home 😊

[@paulinewhite2826]

Raised four children with clothed diapers . My daughter raised three kids with clothed diapers

[@HopewellHeights]

It’s the best!!

[@QueenB572]

So did I! Some days I didn’t have a quarter for the laundromat so I washed in the bathtub and hung to dry! Oldest kid is now 62 and youngest is 56. Those were the days, my friend!

[@michellecashpal265]

I so want to make my own laundry detergent but I’m so confused if it being helpful if you have hard water. Any ideas for in those situations?!

[@GARDENOFLIFE2024]

❤yes I been watching since bar soap laundry I never buy store bought now thanks so much for sharing I will try the liquid soap I love watching your videos.

[@susanpaxson1786]

My son was exclusively breast fed and I still had to rinse his diapers. Things have changed so much. I'm a grandma and we only had curity brand and we folded them to fit till he was trained. Plus soaked them in a pail with diaper fresh. Alot of work though but we were really broke!

[@soix4444]

Great video! I love the recipes ☺️ But is there any replacement for borax? It‘s forbidden in Austria and there is no Chance to get it.

[@rdehoog89]

Steph! I looovvvve your dress, where can i get one?

[@HopewellHeights]

This one is from Neuflora but I don’t see it listen so it may be out of stock currently! www.neuflora.com/?ref=W4OeJ

[@kristenmcmunn8342]

I'm excited to try the laundry detergent! Do you know if having hard well water makes a difference with its effectiveness? I've attempted the fels naptha dry/ powdered versions before and was disappointed. Just wonder if I need to adjust something for the hard water with this one?

[@designsbydriedgers]

I have hard water, I find adding vinegar to every load helps it a ton.

[@kristenmcmunn8342]

Thank you! I'll try that!

[@jayyoung8892]

Nursery tour please❤

[@catarinacarrasco5938]

I've been wanting to try made laundry soap but there's a bit of mixed opinions about it long term....stops working...., clothes become yellow... and so on, have you experienced it in the past? Love watching and learn from you 😊

[@PaigeMadH]

I've made this before, but I kinda got hesitant that the clumps would mess up my washer, has it ever caused issues that you know of?

[@natureplantoils]

For liquid Landry detergent, in this recipe you use 4 cups of borax & washing soda to 5 gallon but in the other video recipe 1 cup for 5 gallon. Why is that? I’m just curious 1 cup to 5 gallons sounds very little and not as concentrated plus when washing clothes more water is added and it becomes just very liquidy and not very soapy, but 4 cups sounds good. Will be trying this recipe thank you ☺️

[@molly-qz1xd]

Where did u get the cutting board?

[@TheHippieDips]

I tried out your amish friendship bread the other day after I saw your youtube post! It was delicious, but I did find the olive oil taste pretty strong. Do you think it always has that taste, or could it be because of the brand olive oil that I used?

[@TheHippieDips]

Hahaha also.. I ALMOST asked if you use your homemade laundry detergent for cloth diapers but decided I should watch your in depth video after this one... then you mentioned it later in the video!😅 Love your content, it's so relaxing and inspiring for me🤍

[@HopewellHeights]

Hi! I personally don’t notice the olive oil taste but you can sub avocado oil which is much milder and works great!

[@taylormcguinness5503]

Would you cloth diaper with twins Steph? My babies will be 3 months at the end of this month! Just needing some encouragement from someone seasoned like you! 🙏

[@rachelt761]

You’ve got this! But give yourself grace ❤

[@BrandiNNiNi]

I'm new to your channel, and I made your laundry detergent last week. However, I had an idea how to make it easier on myself because the bucket is so heavy for me. I ended up grating the other 3 bars of soap I'd bought, and blended them with the washing soda and borax into a powder. Now I also have a powdered detergent and only have to use 2Tablespoons per each laundry load. I know it leaves out the essence but it's so much easier to manage, cleans great and still saving us money. Love your channel ❤

[@HopewellHeights]

Perfect!!

[@vefahesenova9204]

❤❤❤

[@addison752]

Is it ok to use citrus scented Castile soap? Or really any scented liquid Castile soap?

[@HopewellHeights]

Sure!

[@sammizimmerman4143]

Prefolds/flats are my favorite! I really got addicted to smart bottoms for a while there but if i had another baby i would try so hard to stick with flats!

[@GridIronHillFarm]

I tried making my own laundry soap AND I used soap nuts and I didn’t love either way. I felt like my clothes were kinda dingy and didn’t smell good. I know well water can be an issue. I even used different essential oils. Right now I use Trulyfree brand and we really like it…I may have to try this detergent again though. Do you feel like the Castile soap vs bar soap was different?

[@QueenB572]

Same here re soap nuts. I use Molly Suds now but going to try making it again. Molly is over $20. Just me at home now but hard to make it on SS income.

[@GridIronHillFarm]

@@QueenB572you should look into trulyfree. They claim to have natural scents and they do a great job of making our clothes smell good.

[@HopewellHeights]

I like both versions!

[@GridIronHillFarm]

@@HopewellHeightssweet! I’m totally trying the Castile. Looks SO much easier 😂

[@brooklynringer9623]

I’m a bit confused because I made the 5 gallon recipe a while back with 1.5 bars of grated soap, 1 cup of borax, and 1 cup washing powder with the bucket full of hot water. But now the recipe is calling for 4 times the borax and washing powder.. should I have used the bar and a half of grated soap for the gallon recipe and quadrupled the grated soap for the 5 gallon recipe? 🤪

[@HopewellHeights]

Nope the ratios are correct! The liquid Castile is just not as strong

[@melissalampman5865]

Does the marshmallow recipe melt in hot drinks like a regular marshmallow? I feel like I’ve tried one like this before and it didn’t..

[@HopewellHeights]

If you pour the coffee/hot chocolate over it then it does somewhat but not completely

[@barbarapeterson8030]

HAPPY Wednesday. Food always look delish. May I ask what is your name? I am a newer sub. We live in Pittsburgh PA and I will share your videos TO THE BURGH*STTB. Did I ask what state you live in? Thanks for all the motivation and inspiration.

[@lpriv117]

Every time I try to make marshmallow fluff, it turns into liquid in the refrigerator. Do you have any ideas on what I’m doing wrong?

[@HopewellHeights]

Hmm I’m not sure!

[@natalove7073]

Can you please share where you buy your beautiful dresses? I’m pregnant right now and looking to get something new.

[@HopewellHeights]

Neuflora! I get a new dress every month when they release their monthly capsules - so perfect for all seasons of motherhood! www.neuflora.com/?ref=W4OeJ

[@natalove7073]

Thank you! Appreciate it 🤍

[@samcolville8538]

I was wondering how you supplement iron when pregnant/after pregnancy? Ever since having my son 2 years ago i have struggled with very low levels. Of course the doctors prescribe iron tabs but i can't tolerate them, really upset my stomach. I want to try and get pregnant again but don't want to start a pregnancy with a deficiency.

[@HopewellHeights]

I personally do through beef liver, nettle tea, and diet but that may not work for everyone!

[@samcolville8538]

@@HopewellHeights Thank you!

[@likeomgsrslynoway]

please make more videos on cloth diapering!!! also-totally going to make the detergent! :) :)

[@gabriellepomykala5969]

How do you stay motivated and find joy in your daily life?

[@HopewellHeights]

Staying deeply rooted in truth and focusing on my duties! ❤️

[@magiccitymama1620]

Sometimes when I'm feeling down and not looking forward to the mundane tasks of life, I think of all the unfortunate people in the world without homes to clean or food to cook and then I immediately feel thankful and excited for the day to begin.

[@marisaforte1]

I have used this laundry soap twice now. Works great! I do have a question though. I do all the steps and it looks great, but then it ululate and turns more into like a jelly that I have to mix up every time I use it. Any thoughts on this? Or remedies?

[@HopewellHeights]

That can happen! The liquid castile version is less likely to clump!

[@KaileyP117]

Can you use any kind of Castile soap? Also can you wash with cold water or does it have to be hot?

[@Funntimer]

My heart was beating a little fast on when ur kiddo was sitting on the counter and using a mixer. Got scared he’d fall.

[@vintagebeliever5023]

Mine was, too, yet she knows her baby. 😊

[@Funntimer]

@@vintagebeliever5023 she prob got super fast reflexes lol

[@vintagebeliever5023]

@@Funntimer I feel the same way about my grandbabies. I panic about something they do yet I trust my daughters judgements 😊

[@tammystewart7615]

Loosing your train though is called baby brain😂

[@HopewellHeights]

Haha it definitely is!! And it happens to me every time I get to the end of pregnancy!

[@giselljeffersmolina5146]

I'm sorry but I'm very confused. I made the detergent from the original detergent video & for a 5 gallon bucket I understood it was 1 cup of each borax & washing soda, but in this video you say do 4x's the borax & washing soda. Please correct me if I'm wrong! By the way my added fragrance to the castile soap came from my lavender flowers from last summer (my favorite) & it smells sooo darn good!💜

[@deenaboswell2692]

This was my question! Thanks I hope she replies ❤

[@kdolguin]

Why add mustard to mayo??? Mayo doesn’t have mustard. Is this for taste???? I want to try your recipe on this and just asking.

[@HopewellHeights]

You can leave it out!

[@kathleenforsythe8456]

Raised all 5 of mine in cloth diapers. On a farm with no dryer. Also only had wood heat. Never had diaper rash and guess what they turned out ok. Just put down cell phone and take care of your kids!!

[@kerryannpassarello2873]

I can’t bring up the cookie recipe it says ooops can’t be found. Blessing to you on your upcoming birth 🙏🏻

[@HopewellHeights]

It should be live now!

[@destinsansbury4992]

You remind me of Amanda bynes if she were stable 😂❤

[@kiahcooley]

Hi Steph, ive tried clicking on your cloth diapering link in the description but it says not available??

[@janaiahalexandre7577]

I love this channel it’s like I’m in Homemakers University 😂❤

[@tammystewart7615]

I had to use cloth diapers with both my children, they were both allergic to them! I mean I don't completely red rash when you took them off! Thanks mom, I was really allergic to formula too, so I passed that on to them

[@jess309]

Borax is illegal here in the uk

[@HopewellHeights]

I have heard that! If ingested in large quantities it is toxic

[@jess309]

​@@HopewellHeights bleach is toxic in small doses but is legal. It boggles the Mind

[@ladydeatherage]

I love the original laundry detergent recipe, though this one seems easier. The original , along with making my own DW detergent and dish washing liquid have saved $30 a month. We have well water and a water softening system. I will say, all of the homemade detergents do not wash away clean unless you have soft water. My tank had gone out, and I did not know until I saw the residue in the DW, which was not really a bad thing, as I realised my tank was out lol. But, just putting that out there, from my experience. If you hand wash anything as far as laundry, you have to make sure that it is really rinsed clean, and for cloth diapers, less detergent is better.

[@chloecigarroa9847]

With all due respect, I want you gals to understand, please DO NOT use that soap in a machine.. that DIY recipe is 100% NOT a detergent. You can handwash with it, but for the love of your family DO NOT put it in your machine. I don't care if you hate me, I was making this "detergent" about a decade ago and I ended up paying for it and regretting it. There's going to be dozens of you saying that you do it and it's fine, but please understand from this lady, I'm married to a plumber and I'm a mom who has been cloth diapering since 2016, it is NOT a detergent. I don't want you to unknowingly risk your machine or buildup in your clothes. The worst case scenario your baby will get ammonia burns, but I just want everyone to know the risk is there. Currently pregnant with #5 and still recommend FluffLove University when it cones to laundry science. I just wish I hadn't had to learn these things the hard way.

[@jess309]

What happened in your experience?

[@faigee3493]

She did say use only with h e machine

[@brooketeague4985]

I try to be as green as possible in my home, but I have settled on TIDE for my cloth diapers. It is the cheapest and most effective that I’ve found.

[@stephaniebailey2267]

I'm with you there. I've also had that laundry soap build up on my towels and reduce absorbency. It's cheaper, but in the long run a more effective detergent works better for me.

[@cindyr5423]

I have read similar things before that made me apprehensive. Have you found a good recipe that does not impact your machine?

[@LadyAndieJane]

You have the healthiest hair I’ve ever seen

[@HopewellHeights]

Thank you! ❤️

[@misslisasing]

I have a question about your liquid laundry detergent! I have made it just like you did with hot water, liquid Castile soap, washing soda and borax. I noticed mine gets clumpy with white clumps. If I shake my jar it breaks up a little but not much. I was wondering where do you pour it? Do you put it in the washing machine where the clothes are or in the little dispenser? Mine seems to be clogging because of the clumps? Help! lol

[@morningstarhomestead]

I feel like cloth diapers are a no-brainer during the first 6 months when their poop is water soluble. It's really no extra effort!

[@HopewellHeights]

Oh for sure!! I’ll admit the rinsing part is not fun when that comes, but I do EC too so not too many poopy diapers by that point 🙌🏽

[@shandramyers6854]

Your dresses are always so beautiful and feminine. Where do you get them?

[@kathleenframe4480]

You do realize that in your 1st viral laundry detergent video you said and put in just 1 cup of borax and 1 cup of the washing soda…..this time it’s 4 cups borax and 4 cups washing soda. Just curious which is it? Did you realize over time that you needed more of those ingredients or maybe did you just do 1 cup for that viral video to make it seem even cheaper to make ?

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

She’s clueless.

[@sweetnes6625]

No it's not. Soap shouldn't be used in any modern washing machine. Plus, it doesn't actually wash your clothes properly. Definitely not suitable for cloth nappies. Highly recommend doing the research on the proper way to clean cloth through Clean Cloth Nappies (CCN).

[@HopewellHeights]

Thanks for the info!

[@user-fy2ls2cc4s]

Thanks for all the info on cloth diapering, I’m looking to cloth diaper my second due in 2 months! Do you use your homemade laundry soap to wash them or do you use a special detergent?

[@HopewellHeights]

I do! But I know it may be necessary to use commercial from time to time if they begin to smell. I just haven’t had to do that since I like dry so often and strip them every 6 months or so