Diaper duty can be expensive

SYLVANIA, Ohio - A baby can be an expensive addition. Buying diapers is one of the most significant costs.

According to the Real Diaper Association , "each baby will need about 6,000 diapers during the first two years of life." All those diapers can add up to more than $1,500.

Amanda Ballard of Sylvania decided that was at least one cost she could cut down.

So after buying and then throwing out eight months worth of disposable diapers Ballard decided to switch to cloth.

Apart from saving money, she says, it's also good for the environment.

Ballard has become so passionate about the switch, that she's opened up her own online cloth diaper store. To check out the many different styles, click here.

Those interested in learning more about what's new in cloth diapering, can attend a free, informational class at the Sylvania Public Library on June 6, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon..