Since my last post, I ordered a couple more Thirsties covers, a couple diaper doublers and I'm also trying a Bumkins cover. When Emma outgrows the small size diapers, I think we'll use a combination of the one size Bum Genius and Happy Heiney's pocket diapers and some Thirsties diaper covers. The one size diapers are very convenient and nice on the wallet. The Thirsties covers work well and are more affordable than many other options.
That settles that. Overall, we're very happy with cloth diapers. I don't think it's much trouble either. We do have to wash them every three days or so, however.
I'm glad I don't have to think about diapers anymore for the time being--until Emma outgrows the small diapers at around 15 pounds, that is.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Saturday, November 10, 2007
A Plethora Of Cloth Diapers
I decided to order more cloth diapers to try other brands to have a better idea of which ones to buy when Emma grows into the next size up. The new order consisted of a Prorap Classic diaper cover, a Thirsties diaper cover, a Happy Heinys pocket diaper and three Bum Genius pocket diapers. The Bum Genius diapers were on sale because they're releasing a new model soon.
As for the Fuzzi Bunz from my last order, they work well except that using a single insert wasn't enough to soak everything at times. We'd probably need to use two or three inserts if we use them for night time. It's not really the diaper's fault. Overall, I like them. Amazingly, they did not stain, even when pooped upon! However, a disadvantage of Fuzzi Bunz is that they come in different sizes (versus one size fits all) and they are not cheap.
The Happy Heinys and Bum Genius pocket diapers that I ordered are one size diapers that can be adjusted as the baby grows. They seem to work well so far. They are very similar to the Fuzzi Bunz, except for the sizes and they use Velcro as opposed to buttons. They are also not cheap. But, at least they should fit up to 35 pounders.
It's hard to reach a conclusion without using the different systems a bit longer, although I have good impressions of the Thirsties diaper cover so far. However, Emma hasn't yet bombed the Thirsties cover like she did the other diaper covers and Fuzzi Bunz. The latter two have leaked somewhat. Unlike those, the Thirsties has double leg gussets. I'm hoping that it makes a difference. The diaper covers are not as expensive as the pocket diapers. The Prorap seems okay too, but it seems cheaper (which it is). I haven't tried the Prorap yet.
There's a lot to cloth diapering. It's been an adventure so far. It also seems to have eliminated Emma's diaper rash. Now we seem to have enough cloth dipes to last three days without washing. Not too bad. More updates to follow.
As for the Fuzzi Bunz from my last order, they work well except that using a single insert wasn't enough to soak everything at times. We'd probably need to use two or three inserts if we use them for night time. It's not really the diaper's fault. Overall, I like them. Amazingly, they did not stain, even when pooped upon! However, a disadvantage of Fuzzi Bunz is that they come in different sizes (versus one size fits all) and they are not cheap.
The Happy Heinys and Bum Genius pocket diapers that I ordered are one size diapers that can be adjusted as the baby grows. They seem to work well so far. They are very similar to the Fuzzi Bunz, except for the sizes and they use Velcro as opposed to buttons. They are also not cheap. But, at least they should fit up to 35 pounders.
It's hard to reach a conclusion without using the different systems a bit longer, although I have good impressions of the Thirsties diaper cover so far. However, Emma hasn't yet bombed the Thirsties cover like she did the other diaper covers and Fuzzi Bunz. The latter two have leaked somewhat. Unlike those, the Thirsties has double leg gussets. I'm hoping that it makes a difference. The diaper covers are not as expensive as the pocket diapers. The Prorap seems okay too, but it seems cheaper (which it is). I haven't tried the Prorap yet.
There's a lot to cloth diapering. It's been an adventure so far. It also seems to have eliminated Emma's diaper rash. Now we seem to have enough cloth dipes to last three days without washing. Not too bad. More updates to follow.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Got Flu Shot?
I got a flu shot today. Hopefully it'll help keep me from catching anything this year.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
A Fuzzi Bunz First Impression
Our order of six Fuzzi Bunz cloth pocket diapers arrived in the mail today. As soon as I got home from work, I washed them so that we could put them to use. Cloth diapers are easier on the baby's bottom, since they aren't chemical laden like the disposable kind. Also, they're better for the environment (I'd rather wash them instead of filling our landfills with diapers) and can offer a cost savings over time. Cloth diapers do require a bit of extra effort, however.
After the diapers were washed, I waited for Emma to need a change. When the time came, we fitted Emma with the sage colored Fuzzi Bunz with a single microterry insert. Within 20 minutes, she bombed the diaper and needed another change. At this age, her stool is soft and runny. It almost escaped the leg and back openings; but, it did not. It was a bit messy, however. But, probably not messier than it would have been with a disposable diaper.
My wife washed Emma and instead of having Emma wear another Fuzzi Bunz, we put on a doubled-up prefold cloth diaper, a flushable liner and a Bummis Super Whisper Wraps diaper cover. We'll try another Fuzzi Bunz tomorrow. After the change, I removed the soiled Fuzzi Bunz insert from its pocket and rinsed the insert and diaper. This smeared the stool over the fleece material and made it look almost worse than before it was rinsed. After the soiled diapers build up a bit, then I'll wash them once again and see whether or not they're stained.
My current thought is that the prefold cloth and diaper cover combination is slightly preferable to the pocket diaper. The diaper cover is easy to use and the cover can even be reused a couple times if not soiled or damp. Pocket diapers are costlier and it's a bit more difficult to work with the inserts. We'll probably know in a couple weeks which system we'll stick with.
After the diapers were washed, I waited for Emma to need a change. When the time came, we fitted Emma with the sage colored Fuzzi Bunz with a single microterry insert. Within 20 minutes, she bombed the diaper and needed another change. At this age, her stool is soft and runny. It almost escaped the leg and back openings; but, it did not. It was a bit messy, however. But, probably not messier than it would have been with a disposable diaper.
My wife washed Emma and instead of having Emma wear another Fuzzi Bunz, we put on a doubled-up prefold cloth diaper, a flushable liner and a Bummis Super Whisper Wraps diaper cover. We'll try another Fuzzi Bunz tomorrow. After the change, I removed the soiled Fuzzi Bunz insert from its pocket and rinsed the insert and diaper. This smeared the stool over the fleece material and made it look almost worse than before it was rinsed. After the soiled diapers build up a bit, then I'll wash them once again and see whether or not they're stained.
My current thought is that the prefold cloth and diaper cover combination is slightly preferable to the pocket diaper. The diaper cover is easy to use and the cover can even be reused a couple times if not soiled or damp. Pocket diapers are costlier and it's a bit more difficult to work with the inserts. We'll probably know in a couple weeks which system we'll stick with.
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