Starting a Diaper Business
To start a diaper business, first determine target customers and sales channels. Research manufacturing and sourcing costs. Decide on packaging and branding. Understand regulations for manufacturing and selling. Create a business plan detailing sales, distribution, pricing, costs, forecasts. Find funding, rent warehouse space, buy equipment and supplies, hire employees if needed, launch marketing campaign.
Diaper Cost Insights
Disposable diapers cost $0.20-$0.30 each. For 2,500-3,000 diapers the first year, expect $500-$900 annual cost. Eco-friendly diapers cost a couple hundred more. Still, ways exist to save money.
The average baby uses 8-12 diapers daily, costing $70-$80 monthly, or $900 yearly. Before birth, build a diaper stockpile. Money likely less tight then. Stocking up may help budget balance later.
Most babies use 10-12 diapers daily, totaling 70-84 weekly. Usage declines to 8-10 daily, or 56-70 weekly, as babies grow. Cloth diapers may need more frequent changes.
On average, potty training happens around 35-39 months. Sizes increase cost. Buying larger packages usually saves money.