Due to extremely limited quantities at this time, Bottombumpers is doing a giveaway but they will choose the color. Luckily, all colors available at this time are gender neutral!
Bottombumpers One Size Side Snapping All in One Diaper is our *NEW* adjustable multi-size diaper. Made with the same great durable waterproof soft outer. They are lined with certified Organic Cotton.
A snap in absorbent soaker is included with each diaper. The soaker can be shifted forward and back to fit the size you need. Our soakers are 4 layers Organic Cotton and topped with Bamboo Velour.
To adjust your one size diaper, we have developed a unique snap down color coded system under the soaker of our diaper. Lift up your soaker and snap down the green studs to the various colors to adjust to the size you need.
Now, enter to win one *brand new* Bottombumpers One Size
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If you have been reading my blog for a while you probably know that I am a “fan” of bumGenius! products. I have been using their 3.0′s since my son fit into them (around 12-14 pounds, leak free) and their Elementals (Organic AIO’s) since I bought a few when he was a couple of months old. I have reviewed the 3.0 (BG 3.0 Review) and Elemental (Elemental- FMA BG Organic AIO- review) already. I won’t say I was disappointed when they announced that the 3.0 was being discontinued since I knew the next diaper (I correctly predicted would be called 4.0) would be very similar with a few improvements. The most obvious improvement they needed to make, improving the hook and loop closure and adding snaps, were both realized. Bonus improvements: the ability to easily replace elastic and a higher rise. They also added new colors, which I am not a huge fan of. I will specifically say I am not a fan of their names. Why must color names be so confusing? Case in point: I ordered 2 bumGenius! 4.0′s to review, one with hook and loop and one in snaps. I ordered 2 of the new colors: Noodle and Bubble. I didn’t double check what the colors were. Bubble= lavender. Let me ask you, when you think of a bubble, do you think of purple or blue? Water=blue. Bubbles=blue. Also, the color Sweet reminds me of lavender or pink. That is pale blue. Noodle is the light yellow, which does make sense. Noodles are yellow, or pale yellow, and this is an accurate description of that color. I do not like that I need to research the colors, which not all stores have listed with a description or photo (and photos don’t help since the colors are so pale, they all look the same) before I buy. My son has a purple diaper. So what? Wanna fight about it?
Now, for my review of the diaper itself and the performance, since my color rant is over. For those curious, they are bringing back the brights (my favorites) and will be introducing prints. No date announced yet.
Ease of Use ✫✫✫✫✫ The 4.0 doesn’t differ from the 3.0 in this regard. I tell anyone who asks me about a good intro cloth diaper that they should try the 3.0 (now I say 4.0). It is affordable, durable, easy to use with the hook and loop (and snaps), simple to find the right fit, and easy to take off. You still need to affix the laundry tabs before washing, and you need to remove the insert. You will need to restuff the diaper before baby wears it. Is it easy? Yes. Is it as easy as an AIO? No. Is it worth the extra steps? Pretty much. Pockets dry faster than most AIO’s and are generally cheaper. I do wish the laundry tabs were closer to the actual tab, so that when I change the baby I could just pinch it closed rather than seek out the tab farther in. I have to look for it. Some diapers you don’t need to do this.
Bang for the Buck: ✫✫✫✫ The 4.0 is the same price as the 3.0 was: 17.95. bumGenius! keeps their prices consistent among retailers. It is hard to find a “sale” on them. However, they are worth the investment. My 3.0′s have lasted for almost 2 years. I am hopeful that the improved hook and loop will last on the 4.0, and replaceable elastic will also contribute to their life span. You will see that a few hundred dollars for a stash of 4.0′s will still be far less than the thousands of dollars you would have spent on disposables.
Performance ✫✫✫✫✫I am going to say that I have had no leaks, no fit issues, nothing with the 4.0. I was new to cloth when I started with the 3.0 and did experience leaks due to my repelling issues. I have used these overnight with both inserts and I also had no leaks. I do prefer fitteds overnight but I was happy to report dry sheets!
Fit ✫✫✫✫ I can at this time only speak to the fit on my toddler. He is still on the middle rise snap (has been for a very long time) so he has growing room. In the video you can see a comparison to the 3.0 in terms of the change in rise. While it isn’t a massive jump I figure it will help increase the time babies can wear these. He doesn’t get red marks from elastic. The diapers aren’t terribly bulky with one insert.
Overall- I am very happy with the 4.0, as I was with the 3.0. Like I said, these are really great for any parents first starting out. They don’t have bells and whistles like some diapers, and they don’t want to. You need to start somewhere and learn how to cloth diaper. These are simple enough to do that. Not everyone loves microfiber inserts because they can build up the stinkies. Microfiber is a more affordable insert option, but if you want you can always upgrade to a hemp/cotton/bamboo/zorb insert at a later time.
Where to buy: Pretty much any cloth diaper store. But, if you want, you can support my blog by buying yours at Kelly’s Closet.
I purchased (2) bumGenius! 4.0′s to review from Kelly’s Closet.
Today I have 2 reviews! The first is for the Envibum One Size which is an All-in-One. The diaper reminds me of the muppets because it has minky on the outside. I reviewed the Envibum in blue, and couldn’t help but think of the Cookie Monster. I can’t even say enough good things about this company because they donate 2.00 from every diaper purchase (Envibum) to a color coordinated charity. If you buy an Aqua diaper, 2.00 goes to Living Water. The diapers are made in the US as well.
As for the Mom4Mom cover, this diaper is unque because it is a true rinse and reuse cover. It is laminate PUL inside and out, and has velcro closures. This diaper is designed with handwashing in mind, though it can certainly be washed in a machine. The T Shaped Liner is a very easy to use diaper. The video will explain it better. I will admit to not having the best fit in the video, but When tucked towards my son I always had a great fit.
Envibum Review:
Ease of Use✰✰✰✰ The Envibum has velcro closures (with laundry tabs) that making applying the diaper on your baby very simple. There is no size adjustment, so even with it being one size, you just need to pull it on the baby. I did feel as I put the diaper on him, the size growing to accommodate him. It is an AIO, no stuffing, but you can buy additional soaker pads to insert in the pocket of the diaper if you need them.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ 21.95 gets one Envibum diaper. Seems pricey, but remember you are getting Minky, adorable designs of the velcro (seriously, how unique are those?), the diapers are made in the US, and you are supporting a charity. These really are well made diapers and you can tell when you use and see them.
Performance ✰✰✰✰ I only used this diaper for daytime and naps for reviewing. I never used it at night because of the waffle fabric on the inside, I would rather my son sleep in something smoother for that long at night. No leaks at all, and no wicking. The PUL is hidden under the minky fabric and everything worked as it should!
Fit✰✰✰✰ I thought the diaper fit my son very well around his legs and back. I can’t speak to how it fits on a smaller baby or larger toddler. I would love to test it out again once I have a smaller baby and see how things go. Because you cannot adjust it how you want, you rely on the diaper to adjust itself, it is a strange feeling of helplessness. I am happy it fit my son well!
Overall- I love many things about these diapers. They look adorable, the minky is soft and comes in fun and bright colors, The size adjustment is very unique, and they were absorbent enough for my taste. I would like to see an option for a plain cotton lining on the inside for parents who prefer that material over the waffled cotton. The diaper is bulky because it is minky and due to the thicker fabric on the inside. I had trouble getting pants over it. I also had problems with my son removing the diaper himself since it is velcro.
Mom4Mom cover and T Shaped Liner Review:
Ease of Use✰✰✰ While I can honestly say both the cover and diaper are easy to use, it certainly isn’t the same as putting an AIO or pocket diaper on. I did find it easier to put the diaper on my son than prefolds. he is not the most patient on the changing table. I laid the diaper under him, then pulled it over and tucked it under so that it fit under his belly button. In the video I fold out, but only because folding under would have exposed him. I used a snappi which gave me a very great fit.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰ The cover is 12.99 and the T Shaped liner is 9.99. I feel like they might be a little more than I would be willing to spend for these items, but they certainly are not “pricey.” That being said, your Mom4Mom cover makes another cover donation possible. Thus the title. And of course these are also made in the US. Performance ✰✰✰✰ I have to say that I really enjoyed the T Shaped Liner! I was unsure how I would like it. It is so simple to use! I got an awesome fit with it, and I am sure it will fit many sized babies well also. The cover fit well also, but you want to unscrunch it some so it looks nice on. Together I had leakproof days.
Fit✰✰✰✰ The cover was a good fit for my son, and I can tell there is room for growth both in rise and in width. On a smaller baby it would just be scrunchier looking. The T Shaped liner had an impressive fit on him. It might take a little practice for some but so worth it for a simple, effective diaper.
Overall- I find this combo a very exciting opportunity for families with limited access to laundry facilities. The cover can be easily rinsed and reused. If you are a camping and cloth diapering family the cover is perfect for you! The liner is also something that can be handwashed it needed and would dry fairly quickly on the line. A few of each would help a low income family who needs a diapering solution for their baby.
An Envibum AIO, Mom4Mom cover, and T Shaped liner were sent by Envibum free of charge for the purposes of this review. No other compensation was received and all opinions are 100% my own and genuine.
One of the most requested reviews lately has been the new Best Bottoms Allin Two. This diaper was created by Nicki, founder of Nicki’s Diapers. She has seen a lot of diapers and knows what customers want, so she made her own. This All in Two answers many concerns. The cover is very generously sized and fits babies from birth to 35 pounds. Rather than having a one size fits all insert, which adds bulk to smaller babies, they made affordable sized inserts. Small inserts fit babies from birth to 14 pounds, Medium inserts fit babies 11-22 pounds, and large inserts fit babies 16-35+ pounds. They also have inserts of different materials and abosorbency to suit every family’s needs. I really love this diaper and I think you will too!
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ This is a super simple All in Two. The rise adjustment is very straight forward, and you only have to do that once in a blue moon. To snap in a new insert there are 2 snaps, one at the front and one at the back of the diaper. It doesn’t get much easier. To put on your baby there are a total of 4 snaps, 2 on each tab. This is very easy, though not as easy as velcro. If the baby has soiled the cover you toss it in the pail and grab a new one. If not, you reach for a fresh snap in insert and remove the wet one.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰✰ 405 dollars can diaper your baby from birth to potty training! This is a great deal, especially when you consider these covers are adorable! I am in love with the colors and the contrasting binding. I chose to review the Sherbert one since it was Orange and Blue, Syracuse colors. The covers run 16.95 alone, and the stay dry insert seen in the video is only 3.75. You can spend more and upgrade to a hemp/ organic cotton insert for 5.75 or an overnight insert for 6.00.
Performance ✰✰✰✰ I only reviewed the cover and stay dry inserts, not the overnight or hemp/ organic cotton. For day use this insert was adequate. I was able to test this diaper out while traveling and noticed that my son did wet through the insert on 2 occasions. He happened to drink more fluids while we were in Texas, plus on one occasion he was on the plane and I waited too long t o change him. I would not suggest the stay dry inserts for overnights, but you can buy overnight inserts. I just didn’t review these so I can only assume these will hold enough. The covers did very good at holding in messy poo, something else we were lucky enough to experience while traveling.
Fit✰✰✰✰ I am convinced these will fit an average baby at birth. Just looking at how small the cover gets, and the fact that it would use a smaller insert, makes me think so. I will try them on my own newborn in the fall, but I will need to buy some small inserts to do so. As for the fit on my toddler, it was very good on the third largest setting. I shoce to get the Large insert based on the size chart, but his rise was more towards the middle. The large insert stuck out just a tad so I scrunched it in. It will be great on the unsnapped setting. No noticeable red marks from the cover, though I think a time or two I have seen snap imprints from the tabs, but not deep.
Overall- I am not a huge All in Two fan but these have been working great. I used them for traveling and for the diaper bag and it has saved space both ways. I think the creator really thought about what customers want and addressed those issues with this diaper. The ony thing I noticed is that it was hard for me to change him wearing these in odd places, like a car back seat. He was sweaty and I was trying to get the insert centered and the PUL would not move against his skin. It took a long time to get it on him and caused me some frustration. Other than that it has been a pleasure to review and use.
I received a Best Bottoms cover and 3 inserts free of charge for the purposes of this review. All opinions expressed are 100% my own and not influenced by the company.
*the video without sound has been replaced with a video withaudio. I apologize for the confusion*
The Katydid One Size was a diaper that to me, at first, didn’t look like it would set itself apart. I had seen a lot of people proclaim them to be great, and had been requested to review the diaper many times. Franklin Goose (DDL Affiliate) approached me to see if I would like to review a cloth diaper for them and since they sold Katydid I was happy to oblige!
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ The Katydid was a total of 6 or 4 snaps to affix when you put it on your baby. If you watch the video you will see what I mean. For babies slightly larger than an infant but smaller than by son (22 pounds) you will need to do 6. There are snaps to control the wing droopage, one on each tab. But there are only2 so on certain sizes you won’t need them. For me I only need to do 4 snaps, 2 on each tab. Stuffing the diaper requires going in from the front. Sometimes front stuffed pockets have a smaller opening and can be a little harder to do but this one has lots of room.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ The Katydid is 17.95 and should fit babies 8-35 pounds. This is the same as a BG3.0 and 4.0. The diaper comes with a one size microfiber insert and a newborn insert. It has great reviews too!
Performance ✰✰✰✰ I haven’t had a single leak from this diaper. I use the one size microfiber insert unless at night I add the newborn insert for doubling. I have only tried it once for night but it did well and we had no leaks.
Fit✰✰✰✰ I love the way these diapers fit on my son’s fairly skinny thighs. He is very in between rise settings. The medium was too small but the large is just a little too high, but it still fits well enough without being an issue. There is a big difference between medium and large so an extra rise snap in between seems entirely possible for me.
Overall This is a great everyday diaper. It is easy to put on him and has performed well. There is nothing particularly exciting about it, but nothing negative either. I would love more color choices and that extra rise snap. As for the front stuffing pocket, it doesn’t bother me. I use a cloth wipe to remove the insert so my hands never get wet. For some people they don’t like it.
The makers of Gro Baby have rebranded and are now called “Gro Via.” This rebranding has come with improvements to their orginal diaper, the Gro Baby, which now boasts better sizing and laundry tab loops. They have also launched a new diaper, a side snapping All in One, which I have had the opportunity to review. I have already reviewed the older versions of the Gro Baby with Aplix and Snaps, and have to say I prefer the snaps. So, I expected to like this diaper very much. This is also special since this is my 55th video review, and my very first video review was of the Gro Baby with Aplix. That diaper inspired me to do what I do today!
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ There are only 4 snaps to affix with this (and most) side snaping diapers. You have the ability to snap in closer, or farther from the baby’s thighs depending on the size. The stretchy tabs make it very easy to get a perfect fit around their legs, reducing a chance of leaks. There is no fuss when it comes time to wash the diaper. The soaker can stay on, and the booster can be unsnapped or not, so far leaving it snapped hasn’t caused any trouble for me. If you are worried about the snap coming undone, unspap before washing. No stuffing required!
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ The AIO retails for 21.95, which is a great place to be in the AIO organic cotton range. Still pricer than most pockets, but AIO,s are usually more expensive. The nice thing is that you can just buy a few for convenience sake and have pockets or AI2′s make up the majority of your stash. It is just great to have a few AIO’s for trips out etc. I do love the look and feel of the PUL, which is what attracted me to Gro Baby when it first came out.
Performance ✰✰✰✰So far this diaper has been leak free for me. There is no stay dry liner which reduces the risk of any repelling, though it can still happen. Any urine is going to instanty soak in. The snap in booster helps greatly in absorbency, and the tight fit around the leg has prevented any leg leaks, especially for a side sleeping napper.
Fit✰✰✰✰ I will be interested to see how this fits a smaller baby and will definitely try on my next diaper tester when he gets here. The Gro Via AIO is designed to fit children 10-35+ pounds. By looking at the snap down rise it doesn’t seem like there is much room between them. I will give you an update once I see for my own eyes. For now I can only attest to how it fits my own son. Like most other one size diapers, he is on the middle snap. The has 2 snaps left on each side to grow. No red marks on him, and the elastic is covered inside with material so it should be nice and comfy for him
Overall- I LOVE the way this diaper looks on. It has a nice sleek look due to the sie snaps, and the Gro Via AIO’s have matching snap colors, something the Gro Baby were lacking. Especially since Gro Via have larger snaps than most brands, this is a welcome improvement. The snaps are super strong as well. In general, I like AIO’s and pockets more than AI2′s so I am happy to have the Gro Via style diaper in this version. I am sure other people are the same and will buy the AIO before the AI2. I do miss the cute leaf logo of the Gro Baby, but like the placement of this tag much better.This brand is always coming up with something so I can’t wait to see what is next!
Where to Buy: You can only find the Gro Via AIO from Platinum Retailers like my affiliate Kelly’s Closet
This diaper was sent courtesy of Gro Via for the purposes of this review. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.
KAM Snap pliers got in touch with me to see if I could do a review of their snap pliers while doing a bumGenius! 3.0 snap conversion. Honestly, I was going to say no. I don’t have a ton of time to spare, and I haven’t done any crafts in quite a while. I was also unsure if I could do it. You know, do it and not ruin one of my beloved 3.0′s. I decided to look around their website to view how it was done. To my surprise, it looked fairly simple. So simple, even I could do it. And, I also remembered that the Hushamok Hammock I purchased used for baby boy number 2 had a broken snap. That made the decision for me!
I chose to get snaps in Ribbit to match one of my 3.0′s that could use snaps. I already had the majority of my BG’s converted to snaps many months ago. All I had left were 3 white BG’s and one in Ribbit with the original velcro. I also got the Ooga Booga engraved snaps which are super cute and add some fun to your diaper. Having the snaps match is very important. If you ever want to resell them, you will get more if the snaps are BG color and not white or random.
I took my time on getting things done. One evening I watched the video tutorial portion on taking off the velcro. I did have a seam ripper, and I carefully removed both the velcro strip and the tabs. The tabs were harder to undo than the strip. But overall it was less time consuming than I thought. I just watched TV and ripped.
Then, I realized I needed lined notebook paper for the next step. Ummm…… really? I didn’t have a single sheet of lined paper in my house. Printing paper? Yep! I haven’t used lined paper since college. So I googled for a printable template to use and found one for 1 line conversions. I wanted two. It took me a few days to get to the store to buy some paper. (I did make my own template and scanned it but my scanner is only printing, not scanning to the computer. ARGH. If you really want it let me know and I will try to get it working.)
Making the template was the hardest part for me. I despise measuring, and numbers. I wanted to do a good job and have my snaps lined correctly so I took my time and triple checked. I still messed up a little on my alignment from the top of the diaper.
After I made my template, marked where my snaps would go, and laid all of my snaps and sockets out, I was ready to actually SNAP. I was kind of excited.
Snapping wasn’t as hard as I imagined. You need to put muscle in, and you need to align the snaps to ensure that they actually SNAP, and that is it. Snap away.
Would I want to use pliers full time if I made diaper for resell? No. Would I use pliers to convert a few diapers? Yes. KamSnaps also sells a snap press, which is better for snapping diapers you are making in large quantities.
Since I spent over 30.00 to get my diapers converted, and only had a few done, I think the price is worth it even just for conversions. By the time you figure in shipping to the WAHM and back, you have spent a good bit. These pliers are great when you have many to do. You will save so much.
And PS, in case you are wondering, I fixed the snap on my hammock too. Worked like a charm! The snap may be green but I think it gives it character, plus the baby won’t mind.
PPS, I was going to add photos of my conversions but as luck would have it they are both in the wash the day I planned to take the pics/ post them. I will update with those later.
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I was approached by Sprout Change to review their new cloth diaper. I went to the website and looked at pictures and decided I would give it a shot.
Ease of Use ✰✰ Don’t get hung up on the stars too much. This category reflects not only the size changing of a one size diaper, but also how easy it is to put on the baby and take off. To adjust the size of this diaper takes a good amount of time. First, I couldn’t even figure it out. After I emailed the company I was still confused but did as she said. Basically, the legs have slotted elastic to adjust the rise. This can be seen in the Fuzzibunz One Size as well. To change the size you reach into a small hole in the front of the diaper. But how do you adjust the waist?!?! I had a tiny rise and a giant waist. There are only 3 snaps to choose from so it wasn’t going to snap tighter. Instead, you have to reach into the inside of the diaper, into each tab, and find a button and the slotted elastic in there. Getting in there isn’t the easiest thing in the world. I would say only small fingers will do. Daddy hands are out, unless Daddy has delicate tiny hands. Having the size chart I was sent will be handy. If you go by the seat of your pants and guess you might be upset when you have to do it all over again a few minutes later.
Now, once the sizing is DONE and correct, the diaper is easy to put on and off. The point of the complicated sizing is to make everyday changes simpler. Something I can appreciate. Rather than having multiple snap options on the waist, you get none. You have 3 snaps on each hip, one further in and one in line with the top snap. That is your only choice. I hear complaints with snap diapers that it is hard to know where to snap. This takes to guesswork out so even a Dad or caregiver can use a snapping diaper instead of a velcro one. It is an All in Two, and the inserts can be laid in easily and replaced with a new one.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰ The Sprout Change diaper runs 25.00. This is definitely on the higher end of most cloth diapers. It is a one size that should fit 5-40 pounds, which is a large range. The materials of the insert are organic hemp and cotton. And the diapers are made in the US. This is a plus since many consumers want US made products and organic materials. Each insert is 6.95 and that isa great price for hemp/ cotton combo. Plus it is really soft!
Performance ✰✰✰✰This is the most important part, correct? If a diaper works it will have consumers. Well, the diaper does indeed work well. Once you get it adjusted you are good to go. You can use the prefold trifolded or put the prefold in the stay dry sleeve. The sleeve is an extra step worth taking if your child need a stay dry material, but mine doesn’t. The prefold was soft enough for me. Hemp/ cotton is absorbent so it held the pees in well. It is nice to use the prefold alone because you can fan it out in the back to catch the solid messes more. If you use the sleeve you ar emore at risk for having the mess get more on the cover than the insert.
Fit✰✰✰✰ I really do like diapers that use elastic as their sizing system. It is harder to adjust, but you only need to adjust it 4-6 times in a child’s diapering years. Since the hassle makes everyday diapering easier, this is something I can live with. I did get a very good fit for my son. After shooting the video I had to adjust it one more time and make the rise higher, and that made it just right. I can see this fitting a newborn, but am a little worried the waist doesn’t get large enough for bigger toddlers. I only have one slot on each side left and this is on my skinny man. I have 2 slots left on the rise, however.
Overall- Even though it sounds like I think this diaper is too complicated, I am just giving you a real review and my real experience. Yes, it is hard to get adjusted. Does that mean you shouldn’t buy it? Of course not. Once you get it adjusted you are able to use it very eaily for everyday. I would also think it should be good for daycares, even though most don’t like the snaps, there is only one choice to make for them. I don’t think the fleece sleeve is needed, but some might. And I would like the inside of the diaper to also be a fun color, to make reversing it worthwhile. There are some with dual colors, but would love even more! This diaper elminates ugly snaps in every form, on the waist and on the rise. It give you a very clean look, something everyone should appreciate.
I was asked to review the Little Beetle Little to Big One Size fitted. I was excited since I was already a fan of the brand. Better for Babies, the company behind Little Beetle diapers, was a huge supporter and contributor for my Fluffy Christmas event. I was thrilled to work with them and so thankful for their help!
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ This diaper is a fitted, which means it is not waterproof. There will be the added step of using a cover (wool or PUL) which can be as easy as pulling on a wool cover or as hard as velcro or snapping. The Little Beetle One Size Little to Big has 3 snaps on each tab which are fairly close together. Depending on the wiggliness of your child this can be challenging. I reviewed the snap version, but you can buy it in aplix as well. I was also using this diaper when we were ECing so I had it already snapped. It was pretty easy to pull up and down. If you know the setting for your child you can do this as well and avoid snapping! There is a lay in booster, very easy to put in.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ This diaper is 24.95, Sounds expensive, and yeah, you can find much cheaper fitteds on the market. The cheaper alternatives are usually not made in the US and are not made with high quality organic materials. Little Beetle is a very responsible and caring company and do their best to provide goods made in the US by people earning and living wage. This means you pay a little extra. You also get a great high quality diaper that is cute too!
Performance ✰✰✰✰✰ I tried this diaper a number of ways. With a booster for overnights with a wool wrapping cover (pass) in the day with a PUL cover (pass) and with no cover as a make shift trainer (pass). The trainer aspect passed too well since he has made a tinkle and I didn’t realize it since it never felt damp to the outside.
Fit✰✰✰ The fit ran a little small in my opinion. I still had a rise snap left but I will soon need to unsnap that. The waist could be a snap larger on each size at least, and the thighs were pretty tight so I think a toddler larger than my son (22 pounds or so) would possibly have a hard time fitting the diaper. I do think that it would start fitting a baby at a very young age since it gets quite small. Always a give and take!
Overall- I enjoyed using this diaper, especially coverless since I LOVE the color and the velour is too soft to cover with wool or PUL. I am also a huge fan and admirer of this brand and the quality products they make. They take everything into consideration, not just the product, but the people making it and the resources used.
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ The Bum Essentials is an AI2 that has one soaker and a booster option. The booster can be already snapped in or you can just use the soaker. Either way you only need to snap in the booster at the changes if you have things prepared ahead of time. The tabs are velcro and can be closed easily on the baby. I will say that the front elastic does make it a little harder to put on than a traditional cloth diaper with velcro. You have to make sure the velcro strip is flat when affixing the tabs. You can do this by stretching the diaper pver the baby while putting it on.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ The diaper runs 19.99 for the shell and a soaker/ booster combo in the terry material. The is slightly less than some other AI2′s but more than a typical pocket diaper. I love the terry material used for the soaker. You can also buy a bamboo soaker/booster combo. For extra soakers (bamboo or terry) it is 9.50.
Performance ✰✰✰✰ The soakers are absorbent and made from a nice material. I was sent both the terry and bamboo and I prefer the terry but the bamboo held up just as well. I never had a leak with them and I think with the booster is a nice addition for toddlers.
Fit✰✰✰ The tabs are very generously sized, giving even the widest waists ample room to grow. I did have a good bit of leg gaping that I couldn’t seem to get any smaller. If my son were a heavier wetter I imagine there would have been leaks. His legs are on the smaller side so even an average baby or larger baby would have better luck. The elastic on the front bunched the velcro strip so you have to be careful when you close the tabs. (Again, stretch it over the baby first) I had an instance of the tab coming off because it wasn’t attached to all of the strip.
Overall- I like the ideas behind this diaper but would love to see a few thing tweaked. The snaps for the soaker are only snapped in the microfleece. This means it could rip easier than if it were attached through PUL. I realize this is a design choice and ripping the snap can be avoided by unsnapping the soaker before washing and pulling it off close to the snap. But, I am not always careful. I already addressed some of the other concerns in different areas of the review. I do like the colors the diapers come in, especially Rocket Red, and the soakers are made from good materials and very absorbent. I also like the generous size on the tabs. As with all diapers, there are features I love and some I don’t.
Bum Essentials Wet Bag- I was also sent a Bum Essentials wet bag to try. The neat thing about it is that is is reversible. When you wash if it flips inside out it doesn’t matter! It is a good size for a longer day trip, but too big for an outing to the store. It is a great size for swimwear or wet clothes and would be a good one to keep around just in case!
The diaper and wetbag were sent free of charge. All opinions expressed are my own.
