About Holly Lee

I'm Holly and I'm the mom of three amazing kids (two boys & a girl). We have been cloth diapering for several years. My family and I live in Minnesota with our dog, Ruby, and cat, Gherkin. Outside of Rocking the Cloth, I am also a middle school teacher. Thank you for visiting Rocking the Cloth--feel free to email me at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns. I'd love to help!

How To Navigate Hard Water When Washing Cloth Diapers

By |2020-03-29T13:48:54+00:00February 14, 2019|Troubleshooting, Washing Issues|

"How to Navigate Hard Water when Washing Cloth Diapers" may contain affiliate links. When parents start looking into cloth diapers, many are turned off by how overwhelming it can seem. Washing cloth diapers is probably the most confusing part of the whole ordeal, and for most people that end up deciding not to use cloth diapers, I'm willing to bet that most of the time it is due to intimidation surrounding the washing process. Are cloth diapers really hard to wash? Most of the time, no. Can it be hard to figure out how to wash them? Sometimes. The [...]

E Cloth vs Norwex – What’s The Difference & Who Wins?

By |2021-02-20T17:23:02+00:00February 12, 2019|Green Cleaning, Natural Living, Savings|

This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. Cleaning with microfiber has been popular in Europe for many years, and is becoming more popular in North America in recent years. Two of the biggest brands of microfiber cleaning products are E Cloth and Norwex. In the E Cloth vs Norwex debate, which one comes out on top? Their prices vary quite a bit, so does that mean one is worse than the other? What are the differences? Why [...]

Preparing For A Baby Checklist – Be Ready For Your New Addition

By |2019-02-11T02:18:04+00:00February 11, 2019|Baby, Natural Parenting|

Are you getting ready to give birth to your first child? Or maybe you're adopting or fostering a baby. Either way, you are probably wondering what it is you really need. This Preparing for a Baby Checklist will help you to make sure you have your most important bases covered. There is something so magical about preparing for your baby--something so surreal about the idea that soon you will be holding that baby in your arms. If you are pregnant, it's strange to think that there is a person growing inside of you for nine months and you love [...]

Mama Koala Cloth Diapers Review – Small Company, Big Obsession

By |2020-06-08T14:12:33+00:00February 7, 2019|Diaper Reviews|

This Mama Koala Cloth Diapers review contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. All opinions are my own. Mama Koala is a small cloth diaper company that sells popular pocket diapers. They have an incredibly loyal following. There are several Mama Koala groups on Facebook with thousands of members! Some groups are just buy/sell/trade, while others are simply for "addicts" and chatting. This Mama Koala cloth diapers review will help you learn what all the fuss is about. Why [...]

Organic Cloth Diapers – Options for Every Budget

By |2019-03-21T13:25:54+00:00February 6, 2019|Diaper Reviews, Natural Parenting, sustainability, Types of Diapers|

This post contains affiliate links which means I may make a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. Are you wondering about the difference between organic cloth diapers and regular ones? There are a lot of reasons to choose organic cloth diapers, but it all boils down to this: Organically grown cotton is significantly better for the environment than conventionally grown cotton. Not only does organic cotton preserve water resources better than conventionally grown cotton, but it helps to reduce the number of toxic chemicals we throw onto [...]

Miracle Gro Aerogarden Review – Indoor Gardening Year Round

By |2019-03-10T19:40:37+00:00February 3, 2019|Green Home, Natural Living, sustainability|

This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil. It uses water and minerals to grow nutritious and healthy plants of different kinds. Plants that are grown in hydroponics systems often grow much more quickly than more traditionally grown plants, too. There are many hydroponics systems out there, and this Miracle Gro Aerogarden review will introduce you to one of the most popular and widely available choices and help you decide [...]

Grovia Hybrid Diapers Review – Making Cloth Super Easy For Families

By |2020-03-29T12:56:40+00:00January 30, 2019|Cloth Diaper Savings, Diaper Reviews, Types of Diapers|

This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. Hybrid diapers (sometimes known as all-in-two diapers) are a two-piece diapering system consisting of an outer waterproof shell and an absorbent insert. Many hybrids (Grovia hybrid diapers included) have the choice between a disposable insert or a reusable cloth insert, making it a very flexible diapering option for families that travel a lot or use daycare. This review will help you decide if this style of diaper is right for [...]

Cloth Diaper Care Instructions – How To Make Them Last For Years

By |2019-11-02T14:05:43+00:00January 28, 2019|How to Cloth Diaper, Troubleshooting, Washing Issues|

One of the perks of cloth diapers is that you can use them over and over again, saving lots of money and lessening the amount of waste you generate in the process. Another perk is that ideally, you can use your cloth diapers for multiple children, compounding the savings! However, it is important to emphasize that cloth diapers are NOT indestructible. They are just as prone to wear and tear as any piece of clothing. In fact, they're probably prone to MORE wear and tear. Think about this: Most people have enough cloth diapers for 2-3 day washing. That [...]

The Best Way To Clean Fruits And Vegetables – Staying Healthy With Increasing E. Coli Concerns

By |2019-03-10T18:57:13+00:00January 26, 2019|Green Cleaning, Green Home, Home, Natural Parenting|

We are seeing more and more in the news about rising E.Coli outbreaks, especially among romaine lettuce. Eating leafy greens is important for our health, but many people are becoming wary because sometimes it feels the risk isn't worth it. Combine the outbreaks with news of the FDA doing limited food inspections during the government shut down (which has thankfully been resolved for now), and people have the right to be concerned. Is it best to avoid eating raw vegetables, especially leafy greens like romaine? Or can we do something to protect ourselves from potentially deadly pathogens on our [...]

Mighty Nest Review – Can You Create An Eco-Friendly Home On A Budget?

By |2020-02-17T23:38:32+00:00January 23, 2019|Green Cleaning, Green Home, Reducing Waste, Savings|

This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase after clicking one of my links. Have you heard of Mighty Nest? Mighty Nest is a company dedicated to selling eco-friendly home products and helping people make the transition to a greener lifestyle. I have been a member for several months now and I would love to share my experience with you. I found this company on my own and have paid for my own subscription. I hope this Mighty Nest review helps you decide if [...]

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