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Returns and Exchange Policy

We hope you are happy with your purchases but if for any reason they do not meet your expectations, you can return them in their original packaging and condition within 30 days of purchase for exchange or refund.  Please note, only NEW, UNUSED and UNLAUNDERED items are available for refund or exchange.  Did you catch that?  Only NEW, UNUSED and UNLAUNDERED items are available for refund or exchange. If you feel an item is defective, please contact us for exchange options.  We'd love to hear feedback on the items being returned as well.  We really value your opinion and take it into consideration regarding our inventory.

Please contact us at:  orders [at] urbanbabyrunway [dot] com for the return shipping address and include your order number.  Shipping is NON-REFUNDABLE.  If you'd like to exchange, please include the new items you would like in the email.  We'll hold them until the returned items are received.  Alternatively, for an exchange you can place a new order for the new items you would like which will be processed immediately and we will issue a refund on the original order when we receive them.  Please allow 3-5 business days to process the return.

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Shipping Rates and Information

Free shipping to the US lower 48 states on orders over $100! 

We currently only ship within the US and Canada through USPS Priority for in-stock items.  We're slowly adding additional countries as we get a feel for accurate shipping prices.  If your country is not currently listed, contact us at: shop [at] urbanbabyrunway [dot] com and we'll see what we can do. 

We wanted to provide the most affordable shipping rates we could and USPS always wins.  The downside is that no tracking information is available, only delivery confirmation.  Please allow 2-3 business days for processing and another 3-5 for shipping in the US.  Some items ship directly from the manufacturer and may ship separately, require additional processing time and may ship through different carriers such as UPS or DHL.  You'll always pay for USPS Priority - it works in your favor. 

The following rates are for USPS Priority shipping to the lower 48 states . 

USPS PRIORITY SHIPPING COST

(BEFORE TAXES TO LOWER 48)

Purchase Amount

Shipping Cost

From $0

$5.00

From $15 $6.00

From $25

$7.00

From $50

$8.00

From $75

$8.50

From $100+

Free

Additional shipping and handling charges may apply for  Alaska, Hawaii, Military APO/FPO. 

SHIPPING TO CANADA

For Canadian shipping rates, see below.  Since many of our items are handmade to order or ship from manufactures who may not offer shipping outside the US, we may hold the order until all items are received by us so we can package it all together.  The standard processing times do not apply.

USPS GLOBAL PRIORITY SHIPPING COST TO CANADA

(BEFORE TAXES)

Purchase Amount

Shipping Cost

From $0

$13.00

From $50

$18.00

From $100

$20.00

From $200+

$22.00

Please note additional shipping costs may be required if a particularly large or heavy item is purchased.  Equally, if your purchase is particularly light, you will be credited the excess shipping costs.  Either way, you will be notified by email.  We try to be fair with our shipping rates.  Also, the above Canadian shipping rates do NOT include any duties or tax Canada or customs may impose.

SHIPPING ACROSS THE GREAT BIG POND

 

USPS GLOBAL PRIORITY SHIPPING COST

FOR INTERNATIONAL ORDERS

Purchase Amount

Shipping Cost

From $0

$25.00

From $25 $35.00

From $50

$50.00

From $100

$75.00

From $300

$100.00

From $500+

$150.00

Please note additional shipping costs may be required if a particularly large or heavy item is purchased.  Equally, if your purchase is particularly light, you will be credited the excess shipping costs.  Either way, you will be notified by email.  We try to be fair with our shipping rates.  Also, the above international shipping rates do NOT include any duties or tax your country or customs may impose.

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Payment and Tax Information

Currently only payment through Paypal is accepted.  Paypal allows any individual or business with an email address to securely, easily and quickly send and receive payments online.   Please see Paypals privacy policy for more information:

If you would like to pay by check or money order, please email us your orders to:  orders [at] urbanbabyrunway [dot] com.  Include the item number, description, style choices, price and quantity as well as your billing and shipping address and phone number.  We'll then email or fax an invoice to you.  Items will not be shipped until payment has cleared.

Sorry Maryland folks, we have to charge you 5% sales tax, but the rest of you are off the hook.

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Privacy Policy Info:

Your privacy is very important to us. We do not distribute your personal information to third parties for any purpose.  We are committed to protect your personal information as we would our own. 

We use PayPal for all purchases. PayPal has an extensive privacy policy that protects the privacy of the user. They do not sell or rent your personally identifiable information or a list of customers to third parties. PayPal participates in the Council of Better Business Bureau's BBBOnLine Privacy Program and voluntarily has their practices reviewed by TRUSTe, an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is to build users' trust and confidence in the Internet by promoting the use of fair information practices. For more information please go to PayPal to read their privacy policy.

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Product Use and Care

We try to provide you with quality items that are built to last.  Regardless, some items do require a little extra love to reach their fullest potential.  If the following care is not followed, we will not be held responsible.  So listen up!

·         Happy Heiny’s

·         Bumkins

·         Limited Edition and Handmade Goods

 

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Happy Heiny Cloth Diapers, Inserts and Wipes Care and FAQ’s

The following information is provided directly from the manufacturer:

Store wet and soiled diapers in a dry pail. There is no need to rinse soiled diapers prior to washing. The solid waste of older babies can be removed by gently shaking the diaper over a toilet.

Remove inserts from pocket prior to washing. Then:

  • Cold Soak
  • Wash on hot with slightly less than 1/4 cup of detergent
  • You can add a downy ball of vinegar to the wash if desired. I recommend a downy ball because it releases the vinegar at the right time. You do not need to wait by the machine.
  • Rinse well to ensure all detergent is removed from diapers.
  • Drying in the dryer is allowed for PUL. We personally dry our PUL products on high heat and although we have had prolonged use with these products we have not noticed any break down of our PUL. Drying on high heat can keep your Happy Heiny functioning like new.

Detergents to use:

We recommend Tide, Sunlight, Cheer, Era, and Clout (Costco brand) These are not made with any of the natural oily substances which leave residue on fleece.

Detergents NOT to use:

Natural soaps are often made with oils. These should NOT be used. They will leave a residue on fleece causing it to repel urine.
The following detergents will cause a soap build up. Do NOT use them.

Dr. Bronners Soap,7th Generation and Bio-Kleen.

Baby detergents such as Ivory Snow, Dreft and any ALL free detergents.

Sport-Wash and Sensi-Clean - Potential for detergent burn in babies.

Never use fabric softener of any kind on diapers. Liquid fabric softeners and dryer sheets both leave a waxy residue on diapers which causes fleece to repel urine and decreases the absorbency of other diapers.

The use of diaper rash creams can cause repelling. For best results either place a small wash cloth on top of the fleece or use a rice paper/gerber paper liner.


Stripping Diapers:

Build up refers to residue left by detergents, fabric softeners, and other substances used to clean diapers. In rare instances, baking soda will react with certain minerals in water and also cause build up. If you notice a decrease in the functionality of your diapers, build up may be the culprit.

Stripping refers to the removal of residue on diapers. To strip diapers, simply hand wash your diaper with your regular dish soap (gets the oils out), add a bit of dish soap to the fleece, either rub the fleece vigorously together or use a medium bristle dish brush or hard bristle tooth brush to scrub the fleece. Turn inside out and repeat on this side. Rinse very good, making sure that the water runs clear. You may use this method at any time you feel that the diaper may be repelling or as a preventative measure once a week. If you are still having problems, special cleaning agents may be used to strip diapers. These options include a very hot wash using 2 scoops Oxyclean or you may also try a hot wash with 1 ball of RLR (found at Wal-Mart in the laundry aisle hanging on a clip).


Hemp:

Your hemp product has been professionally washed and dried 1 time. It will need up to 8 more washings and dries before it is fully absorbent. When washing you hemp the first few times do NOT was it with your fleece products. Hemp has natural oils in it and the oils can coat your fleece. After your hemp has been fully primed you may wash it with all of your diapering products.


FAQ’S

Do you need a cover with a Happy Heiny?
No you do not need a cover with a Happy Heiny. You do need one though with our Happy Hempy and Heiny Huggers. We suggest using Stacinator covers for these but any cover will work well.

Do you need to pre-wash any of the items?
Because there are several people touching our products before they reach you, we do suggest that you prewash everything before use. The hemp products are washed by our mill but because they contain natural oils we suggest washing a few times prior to use. Unlike many fabrics hemp becomes better with more washings. It takes roughly 8 washes before all of the oils are removed and the hemp is fully absorbent. We do suggest that you do not wash new hemp with any fleece products. The oils can cause repelling.

What works better Prints or Solids?
This really depends on your child. We suggest solid diapers for use over-night and longer times in between changes. The prints are made of cotton fabric so some people may experience wicking in the legs is the insert is wet. We suggest that you use your print diapers during the day-time and change your child every 1 1/2-2 hours.

How often do I need to change the diapers?
Cloth diapers are not like disposables. You do have to change the diapers every 1 1/2-2 hours during the day. During the night you will use either a night-time diaper or you will add more stuffing to your pocket diaper.
A very important thing to remember is that your diaper is only as good as what is in it. This means that if you only use 1 insert and the diaper is wet you may need to either change more often or add additional stuffing.

How many diapers do I need?
Your newborn will need to be changed 10-12 times a day, after about 2-3 months your baby will need to be changed 6-10 times a day. You will want to do laundry at least every 3 days if not sooner. You may use the above guide to determine how many diapers per size to buy. You will need 1 insert for each day time diaper and 2-3 inserts for each night-time diaper.

Do I really need to add all those extras to my laundry?
NO please do not add anything extra to your diaper laundry unless you need to. The simpler the better. I always just throw my diapers in the wash, add 1/4 cup of tide, and turn it on. When they are done I throw them in the dryer. Then take them out and stuff. The easier the better.

How can I get stains out?
Sun. Take your wet diaper and hang to dry in the sun. If the stain is stubborn squirt it with a little lemon juice and it should come right out after drying in the sun.

What about the dryer?
Everyone has their own comments regarding the drying of cloth diapers. We recommend that you dry your pocket diapers as often as you want to. I personally dry mine on high with every wash. Drying your diapers in the dryer will actually help to keep them functioning perfectly
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Bumkins Cloth All In One Diapers Care and FAQ’s

The following information is provided directly from the manufacturer:


RINSE

After removing soiled diaper from your baby, shake solid waste off the diaper as best as possible (not necessary for breast-fed infants). Some parents prefer to rinse diapers in cold water to prevent stains from setting. When using the Bumkins All-in-One diaper, be sure to fold the velcro tabs inward onto the small loop piece beside it, to prevent the tabs from sticking to each other during the wash.


 

WASH

Wash diapers in warm water with your choice of laundry detergent. Non-chlorine bleach is the only type that should be used on the diapers. We recommend pre-treating only the diapers that require special attention rather than adding bleach to the load. Chlorine bleach causes rapid deterioration of all fabrics and the use of it will void all guarantees on any Bumkins products. An extra rinse may be necessary if you have very hard water or tend to use more than the recommended amount of detergent per load.


DRY

Tumble or hang the diapers to dry. Expect that they will take more time to dry than other clothing, particularly the Bumkins All-in-One diaper. Turn All-in-One diapers inside out, flipping the inner panel to the other side. If they are not completely dry after one cycle in the dryer, hang or air them to dry. Excessive heat from the dryer will wear the diapers out more quickly. Do not use fabric softener (liquid or sheets) as they work by “coating” the fabric. This will decrease the absorbency of the diapers and could cause skin irritation.


PRE-TREATMENT & STAINS

Treat a soiled diaper promptly to avoid stains. Rinse with cold water and use your preferred

stain pre-treatment product on the cotton area, according to package directions. Alternatively,

dilute Borax and any non-chlorine bleach with water and pour or spray on soiled area. Do not let the diapers dry out with the stain treatment on them. Some stains may come out right away, others may gradually fade after a few washes and treatments. Hot water will set stains, so a cold pre-rinse is recommended as well as a cool or warm wash. Using Borax or a diluted Baking Soda mixture in the diaper pail will neutralize odors and ammonia build-up. Keep any liquidfilled diaper pail away from baby’s reach. Sometimes the waterproof fabric may get stained, particularly from breast-fed baby’s stools. Treat the area promptly using a stain pre-treatment. Most stains will gradually fade after a few washings. If odors linger, soak overnight in a borax or baking soda and detergent mixture. Hanging the diapers to dry in the sun will naturally keep your diapers white and fresh.

 


DETERGENT & BLEACHES

Various detergents produce different results in cleaning and stain prevention. National brand detergents (Tide, Cheer, etc.) eliminate stains well and keep the diapers soft and clean.  Enzyme stain and odor treatments also work well and do not harm the diapers. Nonchlorine bleach is safe to use, but will be more aggressive on the cloth, accelerating the thinning of the cotton over time. Non-chlorine bleach may discolor the waterproof fabric, so test your preferred stain treatment before applying it to everything!

Chlorine bleach, as well as oxidation products such as Oxyclean, will drastically decrease the strength of the fabrics, as well as discolor the waterproof fabric and velcro. The use of chlorine bleach will void any product warranties.


FAQ’S

 

HOW DO CLOTH DIAPERS COMPARE TO DISPOSABLE DIAPERS IN TERMS OF

ABSORBENCY?

Disposable diapers can absorb more urine than cloth diapers because they contain a chemical

component inside the layers of paper pulp that enhances absorption by turning baby’s urine into

a gel. They get heavier when full, rather than overflow. Dispoable diapers may not show any

sign of leakage, leaving parents unaware that their child is staying in a urine filled, chemical-laden

diaper far longer than is healthy or hygienic. Cloth diapers can absorb the normal amount of urine

that a baby can output at one time or possibly two. Additional absorbency can be gained with

the use of Inserts, ideal for for heavy wetters or longer periods of time. Diapers should be

changed once they are wet or soiled, so the extra absorbing features of disposable diapers

shouldn’t be deemed a healthy advantage.

 

HOW DO I KNOW WHICH DIAPERING SYSTEM IS BEST FOR US?

Many parents start with one system and switch to another as their baby grows and diapering

needs change. Or, many use the “mix-and-match” method of using both the All-In-Ones and

the two-piece system, even using disposables upon occasion. A newborn baby may be best

diapered in the two-piece system for best leakage protection and to keep costs to a minimum.

As your baby becomes a toddler, our All-In-One may become the best-suited choice. Finding

the routine that’s best for your family often times takes a few weeks—be patient!

 

HOW MANY DIAPERS WILL I NEED?

To decide how many diapers to buy, balance how often you want to launder the diapers with

how many your baby will use a day. A general guideline is as follows: The first few months

of life involve a lot of diaper changes—approximately 12 per day. Babies at this age tend to

urinate small quantities very frequently and have watery bowel movements. Starting at about

three months, there will be less “messy” diapers and more wet ones with less frequency. Diaper

changes will be reduced to 8-10 a day. By the end of the first year, the daily use of diapers

drops slightly, and by 18 months your baby will use only 6–8 diapers a day. Once you know

how many diapers you need each day, and have established your laundry routine, you will be

able to determine the quantity of diapers that suits your family best.

 

HOW MANY COVERS WILL I NEED?

Initially, newborn babies will have very watery bowel movements and the cover may get soiled

frequently. Once past the first few months, the Bumkins Diaper Covers can be used through

two or three diaper changes. We find it works best to rotate a couple of covers throughout the

course of the day, allowing them to air out between changes. Four covers in each size is a bare

minimum; six are recommended for convenience. Babies often fit into two different size covers at

the same time. Having two sizes on hand will give you a nice supply without buying too many in

each size. This is also helpful for double diapering, as two diapers will fit better in a larger size.

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SIZING?

Correct sizing is important for comfort and leakage protection. To find the correct size for your

baby, consult our guidelines for each product. These guidelines are based on average weight

and height ratios and are generally accurate. If you know that your baby always needs a larger

or smaller size in other clothing, then make that assumption for our diapers. If in doubt, or your

baby is close to the end of our recommended weight for that size, it is best to buy the next

largest size. Our All-In-One diapers and our cotton diapers are all sized to fit after shrinkage.

Wash and dry one diaper to make sure that the fit is satisfactory before washing the whole batch.

 

HOW DO I KNOW WHEN IT IS TIME TO CHANGE SIZES?

Changing the size of the diaper or cover is necessary as baby grows. Typically, when the diaper starts showing  regular leakage through the top waist area, it is time to move to a larger size. If a diaper is too small, it can’t provide sufficient coverage and will leak. Alternatively, if regular leakage is occurring around the leg area and the use of an insert doesn’t help, the diaper or cover may be too large.  Not all babies will need all of the sizes of diapers or covers - but most babies go through at least three sizes.

 

WHAT DO I DO WITH SOILED DIAPERS?

Solid waste should always be shaken off a diaper prior to storage. This step is optional if the baby is breast-fed. If you do laundry frequently (every 1–3 days), diapers that contain only urine do not need to be rinsed. Remove as much solid waste as possible from the diaper, rinse in cold water if preferred, and put it the diaper pail until wash day. Alternatively, use your tub or laundry room sink as a rinse station – use a bucket to collect the waste as you run water over the soiled diaper. Empty the bucket into the toilet when you are finished.

Minimize diaper rash by keeping your baby clean and dry. Allow baby time to play without a diaper every so often!

 

WHAT ABOUT DIAPER RASH?

Skin wetness is the common denominator underlying the various causes of diaper rash. Urinary wetness increases skin friction and raises the skin pH. These effects combine to intensify the action of stool enzymes or other irritants that then inflame the skin. Instead of commercial wipes, use warm water and a mild baby soap to clean the area. Let baby’s bottom thoroughly dry before closing the diaper and allow more open air play! When signs of a rash begin, try using a diaper rash ointment. Make sure you are

using a mild laundry detergent and extra rinse to remove all traces of detergent from the cotton.

If the rash is severe or persistent, check with your baby’s physician.

 

WHAT ABOUT LEAKAGE?

A diaper will leak for one of two reasons: either the fit isn’t right, or it is entirely full. You

can minimize leakage by changing your baby’s diaper frequently and by “double diapering”

whenever it is likely that you will go a long period between changes. Inserts, sometimes

referred to as “doublers,” can also be used in our All-In-Ones to increase absorption with

heavy-wetters, at nighttime or on long outings. Generally, any of the Bumkins diapers will

absorb the usual amount of urine that a baby can output at least one time, sometimes two.

Additionally, cloth diapers, like all clothing, get thinner with repeated laundering. You may

notice that older diapers require the use of an insert more often. Diapers can also leak if they

do not fit properly - changing sizes may help if you begin to notice consistent leakage. When

using the two-piece systems, be sure the diaper is completely tucked inside the cover and that

the covers fit properly.

 

CAN I USE CLOTH DIAPERS WHEN WE’RE ON THE GO?

Simply remember to pack a wet bag or a couple of plastic bags for wet

diapers (zip-lock style works well), some diaper wipes and a supply of diapers in your diaper

bag. “All-in-One” diapers are especially handy for outings and travel.

 

HOW LONG WILL THE DIAPERS LAST?

Bumkins All-In-One diapers will last an average of 150 washings. We can’t predict the exact

length of time that your diapers will last, but we do have important suggestions to help keep

them in their best condition. Please remember that a cloth diaper is an article of clothing, and it

will eventually wear out! Bumkins Diaper Covers are true work-horses, and because they do not

get the same aggressive and frequent laundering as the All-In-One, will last much longer. Our

cotton Fold-Over and Flat diapers also last an exceptionally long time, since they do not have

elastic, waterproofing or Velcro which are the more heat sensitive components.

 

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Limited Edition and Handmade Product Care

Any items listed in the Limited Edition section or specified as Handmade may be special needs.  To be safe hand wash and line dry.  If you must machine wash, please do so on gentle cycle with a gentle detergent.  Also please turn the item inside out.  This goes for any t-shirts with graphics as well as constant direct agitation to the graphic may cause severe wear.

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