42 million is a pretty incredible number… but how did we even determine we actually saved this many diapers?! So glad you asked! Let’s break it down…

Every Esembly diaper, when used and washed as recommended , replaces 135 disposable diapers per year. In 2024, our community purchased 314,227 cloth diapers. Multiply that by 135, and you’ve got your number of diapers saved!

314,227 x 135 = 42,420,645 disposable diapers saved from the trash. 

This isn’t just a one-year victory. Every year, more and more families join the Esembly community, helping us keep more and more diapers out of landfills! Over the years, individual families' decisions to Live Less Disposably have created an impact that floors us every time we think about it (in the best way!) Let’s take a look at what we’ve accomplished year by year…

• 2020: 70,244 cloth diapers sold → 9,460,577 disposables saved

• 2021: 152,244 cloth diapers sold → 20,552,940 disposables saved

• 2022: 214,834 cloth diapers sold → 29,002,590 disposables saved

• 2023: 262,385 cloth diapers sold → 35,422,098 disposables saved

• 2024: 314,227 cloth diapers sold → 42,420,645 disposables saved

It’s truly amazing to see how much this movement has grown in just five years. Together, we’ve kept over 137 million disposable diapers out of landfills !! 🤯😍🎉

The best part about the whopping 137 million diapers that we’ve saved from the landfill is that every diaper counts, and not every family went all in with full-time cloth diapering to make this number happen.

If there’s one thing we want every parent to know, it’s this: cloth diapering doesn’t have to be all or nothing. So many of our Esemebly families have embraced part-time cloth diapering, and their small, consistent efforts have played a huge role in reaching the amazing milestones we shared above! How? By swapping just 3 disposable diapers a day for Esembly cloth keeps 1,000 disposables out of the trash each year .

With so much pressure on new parents to make big, all-or-nothing decisions, it’s important to remember that every diaper counts. Whether you’re using cloth at home, disposables when you’re out, or just trying it a few days a week, you don’t have to be perfect to make a difference — just open to reducing and reusing!

Cloth diapering doesn’t just help the environment; it’s also much kinder to your budget. On the high end, families using disposables can expect to spend around $3,500 on diapers from birth - potty training… per baby! In contrast, a full-time cloth diapering stash from Esembly will cost you $800.50 — and that’s if you purchase everything at full price without taking advantage of sales or discounts. Even with that initial upfront cost, the long-term savings are clear.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Disposable Diapers : $2,500 to $3,500 for one baby

• Esembly Cloth Diapers : $800.50 (a one-time purchase that can be used for future children).

Want to learn more about the numbers and savings behind cloth diapering? Check out this blog post !

The 42 million diapers we saved in 2024 is a testament to what’s possible when families work together toward a shared goal. But beyond the numbers, this milestone is about creating a cleaner, more sustainable future for the next generation.

Cloth diapering isn’t an all-or-nothing choice. It’s about making small, intentional changes that work for your family — whether that’s swapping a few diapers a day or diving into full-time cloth diapering. And with our easy-to-use all-inclusive system , we’re here to help you make those changes without the overwhelm! Let us help you build a customized cloth diapering stash tailored to your needs with our quiz ! 

42 million diapers saved is just the beginning. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re inviting even more families to join the movement. Whether you’re curious about cloth diapering or ready to get started, Esembly has everything you need to make the switch simple and stress-free.