So...Which Is It?

Diapers: Cloth or Disposable?

There doesn't seem to be any way around it: diapers are plentiful and necessary (or at the very least, very, very welcome). But when it comes to cloth vs. disposable, the great diaper debate drones on.

The bad news:
Disposable diapers clog landfills.
Washing cloth diapers turns lots of clean water into detergent wastewater.

The good news:
Well, not good news exactly - but in terms of relative damage, it's really up to you to pick your poison. True "greenies" really shouldn't look at you askance either way, so pick what works for you, apply your choice responsibly*, and know you're doing your best.

Check this out:
http://www.grist.org/gristTV/umbra/2008/11/11/?source=daily

*(If you go with disposables, look for unbleached, organic, and/or recycled-content diapers. If you go with cloth, use hand-me-downs! Wash in cold, using eco-friendly detergents.)

So there you have it. Go forth and diaper.