Antsy pants~made really well! Enough absorbency for them to not make it to the toilet and waterproof enough that you don't get urine all over. They have snaps to easily remove them for any BM taken off as cleanly as possible :) I still haven't tried them for overnight or any other trainer for overnight.
I do worry that my son is rather wide and his cheeks kinda hang out a bit LOL! If they were wider in the seat I'd stock up because they are super easy for him to get up and down and go potty with very little assistance from me. These are the most "Pull-Ups" like cloth trainer I have found.
Get some Antsy Pants!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Rubber Mulch
Rubber mulch is a way to reuse tires and wonderful in a garden and for your play set to cushion your little one's fall. We used it in my parents garden and it didn't fade under the Texas sun! The garden stayed attractive :) I thought it was squishy, hmmm I think I'll buy the one you wrap around a tree and put it under the slide. My 1.5 year old went down the slide and LOVED landing on it. He inspected it and poked it. Then proceeded to go down the slide over and over for about 30 minutes. Success! I love rubber mulch! Information on rubber mulch, happy shopping! We bought ours at Sam's Club ;)
Monday, April 5, 2010
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
FLIP diapers by bumGenius
I use these at home during the day. Excellent microfiber and organic cotton. I use both ;)It has a longer rise than the BG AIOs do, YAY! The covers haven't leaked my problem is the snaps aren't very strong. My 15 month old easily undoes them. He cannot undo any other brand of snap diaper I have. While traveling I took a cloth diaper detergent sample pack and washed the covers and hung them in the van and they dried quickly. The disposable inserts are great too!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Fleece Covers
When you can't afford to indulge your wool obsession it is time to look into affordable alternatives. Fleece to the rescue!!! It is amazing how undervalued it is! You can wash it daily with any laundry and not worry about it, it doesn't need to be shaved, I've never had to worry about the colors bleeding or anything else.
My favorite day fleece is Monster Fluff Studio. His little soakers and shorts are adorable. They were customs for his thighs and fit beautifully. I have had no leaks! Sadly they didn't work overnight for us.
Night Fleece Dancing Bears! Caleb goes above and beyond the term super soaker at night. He also is a mover and a shaker, he sleeps on his back, side, tummy and somewhere in between. Dancing Bears allow him to do his acrobatics and still keep his pajamas and sheet DRY! I just got his new Harry Potter Dancing Bear cover in and LOVE it.
Fleece covers are a true work horse and can also be cute!
My favorite day fleece is Monster Fluff Studio. His little soakers and shorts are adorable. They were customs for his thighs and fit beautifully. I have had no leaks! Sadly they didn't work overnight for us.
Night Fleece Dancing Bears! Caleb goes above and beyond the term super soaker at night. He also is a mover and a shaker, he sleeps on his back, side, tummy and somewhere in between. Dancing Bears allow him to do his acrobatics and still keep his pajamas and sheet DRY! I just got his new Harry Potter Dancing Bear cover in and LOVE it.
Fleece covers are a true work horse and can also be cute!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
GADS AKA Green Acre Designs
My new favorite diaper! We have been using them for a few months now. I stuff it with a Loopy-do insert. C doen't get any marks on his 15.5 inch thighs with these diapers! Side Snapping so no velcro marks from them! He doesn't know how nor does he seem interested in removing them! Love the fit, love that he has no leaks and that they are trim! Fantastic diaper! http://www.greenacredesigns.com/store/Default.asp
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Sposoeasy
A fantastic trim diaper! My little man could probably easily fit into a medium. I ordered him a large and we have been using it in our diaper rotation for about a month now. It is an AIO with quick dry flaps made of cotton. I love the hide a tab for the aplix! No diaper chain of all the aplix (velcro) tabs sticking diaper to diaper!! I want the 5 pack now!! They dry so much faster than micro fiber AIOs!
My husband even likes these, so you know they are simple to use. I read so much about micro fiber diapers getting stink. We have not had that yet but my baby is exclusively breastfed right now so we'll find out soon enough. I am told you won't get stink with Sposoeasy because they are cotton diapers. http://www.bluepenguin.biz/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ISPOS
I'd like to try their other diapers too. http://www.bluepenguin.biz/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=aiotryh
My husband even likes these, so you know they are simple to use. I read so much about micro fiber diapers getting stink. We have not had that yet but my baby is exclusively breastfed right now so we'll find out soon enough. I am told you won't get stink with Sposoeasy because they are cotton diapers. http://www.bluepenguin.biz/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ISPOS
I'd like to try their other diapers too. http://www.bluepenguin.biz/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=aiotryh
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
A Science Experiment that was Done
Cloth diaper temperatures and a Disposable
4 days in a row the afternoon temp reach almost 90*, each day we tried different diapering combos. Here are his results:
After 15 minutes outside, temp inside the diaper:
Disposables 102.5*
Fuzzi Bunz 101.5*
Fleece pocket 100*
fitted with fleece shorts 98.5
pinned prefold with fleece shorts 97*
fitted with wool shorts 96*
pinned prefold with wool shorts 95.5*
just a fitted 95*
just a pinned prefold 94*
I think that if we are outside we will try to go without a cover in a fitted or contoured (like a prefold) as much as possible!
4 days in a row the afternoon temp reach almost 90*, each day we tried different diapering combos. Here are his results:
After 15 minutes outside, temp inside the diaper:
Disposables 102.5*
Fuzzi Bunz 101.5*
Fleece pocket 100*
fitted with fleece shorts 98.5
pinned prefold with fleece shorts 97*
fitted with wool shorts 96*
pinned prefold with wool shorts 95.5*
just a fitted 95*
just a pinned prefold 94*
I think that if we are outside we will try to go without a cover in a fitted or contoured (like a prefold) as much as possible!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Fuzzi Bunz
I want MORE of these!
It has snaps (my preference) and my hubby likes them too! Easy to figure out (DH's preference)
No cover needed (both of us) Trim fitting (me)
They are pocket diapers so you can hand the outer shell to dry and throw the inserts in the dryer or hang them. NO LEAKS!!! Adjustable thigh snap for my baby's BIG thighs.
My Hubby has decided BumGenius AIOs are his favorite now followed by Sposoeasy and Fuzzi Bunz
I like the color selection and soon they will come in polka dots! LOL!
It has snaps (my preference) and my hubby likes them too! Easy to figure out (DH's preference)
No cover needed (both of us) Trim fitting (me)
They are pocket diapers so you can hand the outer shell to dry and throw the inserts in the dryer or hang them. NO LEAKS!!! Adjustable thigh snap for my baby's BIG thighs.
My Hubby has decided BumGenius AIOs are his favorite now followed by Sposoeasy and Fuzzi Bunz
I like the color selection and soon they will come in polka dots! LOL!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Patooshie Pants
Great Diaper! It is like a mix between a Good Mama and a Muttaqin. Super absorbant diaper, I am very impressed. (It is a Toddler size diaper!)
My Mom in Law (I love her!) gifted us with some Fuzzi Bunz (and a HH) so we will be trying those soon!!!
If you click on the picture of him in the Patooshie Pants it will show you a full view.
My Mom in Law (I love her!) gifted us with some Fuzzi Bunz (and a HH) so we will be trying those soon!!!
If you click on the picture of him in the Patooshie Pants it will show you a full view.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Pockets
We used Happy Heiny's Pocket diapers and Bum Genius sized diapers over the weekend. My Hubby's favorite were the HH's. I like not having to put a cover over the diaper. I don't like pulling out the stuffing on the HH's. The BG's had stuffing sewn in and a pocket to put more inserts in if needed. I didn't add an insert so that was nice.
HH's are softer against my baby's skin and is a little wider in the crotch. Cute prints! The BG's are a trimmer fit though.
HH's are softer against my baby's skin and is a little wider in the crotch. Cute prints! The BG's are a trimmer fit though.
Friday, February 20, 2009
GM, KC and HH
I used some fitted diapers yesterday.
Good Mamas((GM) and Kissaluvs Contours(KC) (secured with a snappi fastener) with Thirsties Covers. No leaks BUT the fitted was soaked after 90 minutes of use.
Happy Heiny (HH) pocket diaper was fantastic! He was dry and the outside of the diaper was dry.
I used Thirsties Cloth Wipes and Diaper Lotion Potion Spray by Kissaluvs to clean him when I changed his diaper.
He LOVES wearing his Baby Legs! He waves his arms and legs and just coos away when he wears them. He usually is cold and needs a blanket to be happy but not when he wears his Baby Legs!
Good Mamas((GM) and Kissaluvs Contours(KC) (secured with a snappi fastener) with Thirsties Covers. No leaks BUT the fitted was soaked after 90 minutes of use.
Happy Heiny (HH) pocket diaper was fantastic! He was dry and the outside of the diaper was dry.
I used Thirsties Cloth Wipes and Diaper Lotion Potion Spray by Kissaluvs to clean him when I changed his diaper.
He LOVES wearing his Baby Legs! He waves his arms and legs and just coos away when he wears them. He usually is cold and needs a blanket to be happy but not when he wears his Baby Legs!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Know Your Diaper
Most people think of a Prefold when they thin cloth diaper
There are Chinese Prefolds and Indian Prefolds, Hemp flats etc. There are also contours.
They typically come in 3 sizes. These are the rectangular cloth diapers that need to be properly folded and secured with a pin or snappi.
Be sure to get a diaper cover to avoid leaks!
http://www.diaperpin.com/clothdiapers/article_prefolds101.asp
Then there are fitted diapers (they also need covers unless they are AIO all in one)
Fitted diapers have a contour shape a have a gathered (elastic) edges around the legs. You can secure these with snaps, velcro, aplix or touch tape. These can range from $22-$40
Here are some fitteds http://www.thegoodmama.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=71_97
AIO all in ones
They are fitted diapers that have an outer waterproof layer. (PUL) Often they have fewer absorbent layers than their counterparts. These diapers tend to be used when you go out. They are not practical for daily use since frequent washing and drying reduces the effectiveness of the waterproof outer layer. Here are some AIO http://www.muttaqinbaby.com/catalog/zen-cart-v1.3.6-full-fileset-10272006/shop/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2 AKA Mutts
Bum Genius AIO AKA BG AIO http://www.cottonbabies.com/product_info.php?cPath=28&products_id=1811
Pocket Diapers
Pocket Diapers Pocket diapers are two piece diapering system typically with a piece of fleece that makes up the inner portion of fabric and a waterproof layer that makes up the outermost portion. An absorbent material is stuffed inside of the two pieces making it an all in one. These are quick drying as they are washed and dried as separate pieces. If you have a heavy wetter you can add more stuffing. Happy Heiny's are pocket diapers http://www.onesizediaperstore.com/-Happy-Heinys-One-Size-Get-me-Started-Package_p_17.html These are also one size diapers, not all HH's are one size.
One Size Diapers
These are designed to fit a newborn until they learn to use the potty. The snaps are located just below the fasteners with tops and bottoms lined up vertically. This allows you to adjust the size of a diaper as the baby grows. This feature of fitted or pocket diapers allows you to purchase fewer sizes. You have seen some already in the Good Mama and Happy Heiny so I'll show you a Bum Genius One Size All In One http://www.onesizediaperstore.com/Bumgenius-One-Size-Organic-Cotton-All-in-One-Diaper_p_80.html
Diaper Cover
Just like the name says. It covers your diaper. It is the water proof barrier that protects the world from what is inside the diaper. http://www.cottonbabies.com/product_info.php?cPath=36&products_id=1610
Soakers
Wool and Fleece are popular choices. Wool and polar fleece are water resistant, rather than waterproof. They do allow some wetness to wick through from the diaper but still manage to keep babies' clothes dry. The wool has a different way to be cared for rather than being thrown in the wash.
There are Chinese Prefolds and Indian Prefolds, Hemp flats etc. There are also contours.
They typically come in 3 sizes. These are the rectangular cloth diapers that need to be properly folded and secured with a pin or snappi.
Be sure to get a diaper cover to avoid leaks!
http://www.diaperpin.com/clothdiapers/article_prefolds101.asp
Then there are fitted diapers (they also need covers unless they are AIO all in one)
Fitted diapers have a contour shape a have a gathered (elastic) edges around the legs. You can secure these with snaps, velcro, aplix or touch tape. These can range from $22-$40
Here are some fitteds http://www.thegoodmama.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=71_97
AIO all in ones
They are fitted diapers that have an outer waterproof layer. (PUL) Often they have fewer absorbent layers than their counterparts. These diapers tend to be used when you go out. They are not practical for daily use since frequent washing and drying reduces the effectiveness of the waterproof outer layer. Here are some AIO http://www.muttaqinbaby.com/catalog/zen-cart-v1.3.6-full-fileset-10272006/shop/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2 AKA Mutts
Bum Genius AIO AKA BG AIO http://www.cottonbabies.com/product_info.php?cPath=28&products_id=1811
Pocket Diapers
Pocket Diapers Pocket diapers are two piece diapering system typically with a piece of fleece that makes up the inner portion of fabric and a waterproof layer that makes up the outermost portion. An absorbent material is stuffed inside of the two pieces making it an all in one. These are quick drying as they are washed and dried as separate pieces. If you have a heavy wetter you can add more stuffing. Happy Heiny's are pocket diapers http://www.onesizediaperstore.com/-Happy-Heinys-One-Size-Get-me-Started-Package_p_17.html These are also one size diapers, not all HH's are one size.
One Size Diapers
These are designed to fit a newborn until they learn to use the potty. The snaps are located just below the fasteners with tops and bottoms lined up vertically. This allows you to adjust the size of a diaper as the baby grows. This feature of fitted or pocket diapers allows you to purchase fewer sizes. You have seen some already in the Good Mama and Happy Heiny so I'll show you a Bum Genius One Size All In One http://www.onesizediaperstore.com/Bumgenius-One-Size-Organic-Cotton-All-in-One-Diaper_p_80.html
Diaper Cover
Just like the name says. It covers your diaper. It is the water proof barrier that protects the world from what is inside the diaper. http://www.cottonbabies.com/product_info.php?cPath=36&products_id=1610
Soakers
Wool and Fleece are popular choices. Wool and polar fleece are water resistant, rather than waterproof. They do allow some wetness to wick through from the diaper but still manage to keep babies' clothes dry. The wool has a different way to be cared for rather than being thrown in the wash.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Jen's World
My name is Jen, I have been married for 10 years to my husband Max.
We have 3 beautiful sons. E is 7, J is 3 and C is 2 months old.
I am a stay at home, breast-feeding, cloth diapering mom.
I just started cloth diapering so my first few blogs will be comparing the different cloth diapers out there. It is an interesting and wildly different arena in the world of cloth diapering so you will get my perspective and hopefully pictures!
We have 3 beautiful sons. E is 7, J is 3 and C is 2 months old.
I am a stay at home, breast-feeding, cloth diapering mom.
I just started cloth diapering so my first few blogs will be comparing the different cloth diapers out there. It is an interesting and wildly different arena in the world of cloth diapering so you will get my perspective and hopefully pictures!
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