One of the benefits of researching all of the cloth diapers made in the US and Canada was that I came across brands I was not familiar with.  Let’s face it: there are tons of diaper brands out there, big and small, and I don’t know them all!

Bella Bottoms, a brand of diapers made in Austin, TX, only recently added the Incredibellas One Size pockets diaper to their lineup.  This diaper has snap closures, a fold over and snap down rise adjustment, and pocket openings in the front and back so no unstuffing!

Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ The Incredibellas sizing adjustment was very intuitive for me.  As shown in the video, the rise folds over on the top of the diaper, and snaps down.  Then  snaps facing the correct direction are exposed that you can use.  There are two settings of the fold over/ snap down rise, and the third setting is completely unfolded.  For every day use it is very easy to put on and take off.  There are a total of 4 snaps to affix, two on each tab.  When you are ready to take the diaper off you don’t even need to remove the insert because it agitates out in the wash.  You can stuff from the front or back of the diaper as well, the front opening is very wide and good for Daddy hands.

Bang for the Buck ✰✰✰✰✰ This diaper is a great deal!  The diaper sells for 15.00 on Bella Bottom’s website, but is currently on sale for 12.00!  This includes an insert and doubler.  This diaper has features often found on pricier diapers, such as an insert that agitates out.  The coordinating snap colors is another feature I loved on this diaper.

Performance ✰✰✰✰✰ I was very impressed by the Incredibellas.  It is obviously a WAHM made diaper when you look at it, judging my the styling and stitching.  That doesn’t mean it doesn’t perform well (or look good!).  There were no leaking issues of any kind, though apparently I was using the doubler and not the soaker.  I am unsure if I misplaced the soaker it came with or what!  I just noticed this today!  The doubler is 100% cotton and bi-folds, and the soaker is 100% cotton and trifolds.  Apparently the doubler is all I need so I bet the soaker is even better!

Fit ✰✰✰✰ The first time I used the diaper I felt there was an issue with fit around my son’s waist, as if the snaps were too far apaprt for me to get a tight enough fit.  The second time I used it there was no issue at all.  I never had a problem with that afterwards.  Most diapers have a learning curve to get a good fit and application on the baby, and even an experienced diaper tester can have trouble.  With snaps there is always that chance of having an odd fit when you are in between snaps.  These are a tinier bit farther apaprt than most so that may have been my issue. I have been reaching for this diaper a lot though, because it is really trim!  It gives my son a little less of a fluffy booty!  As for the rise adjustments, I can tell it gets very small, but with no newborn to test it on (yet!) I can’t speak to the fit.

Overall- I am very impressed with this diaper.  I had never heard of it before, but I hope after my review that you give it some consideration.  It is very well made (the label tag started fraying but the label was not made by the same folks making the diaper… so don’t fault it for that!) and you really can’t beat the price on these!

This review has been a long time coming.  For some reason I kept pushing it back.  I have been reviewing this diaper since mid September, so I have used it for a very long time!

Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ Putting a Rocky Mountain OS diaper on a baby is very simple.  There are 4 snaps to affix, 2 on each tab.  You don’t have to fiddle with hit snaps versus waist snaps.  The leg elastic adjustment was hard for me at first.  I struggled to find the snaps buried within the casing.  The trick is to pull the fabric down from the outside while pulling the elastic upwards.  I do think changing the size of the elastic is easier for smaller hands. I imagined my husband’s hands working on pulling the elastic out and I think he would have some trouble.

Bang for the Buck ✰✰✰✰ The price point is 18.95, right on target for a one size with these features.  The Fuzzibunz is the same price.  Most stores are selling this diaper with an insert now, but when I first started reviewing them they were not.  I think they must have realized their price reflected a diaper with an insert.  As I understand it the insert is the one I used in the video, a long one size microfiber insert.  I like the sizing of this, and think the price is well worth it!

Performance ✰✰✰✰✰ Never a leak in the RMOS.  I have used more stuffing for the overnights because the insert that came with it seemed thin.  I added a Bum Genius microfiber doubler and between the two it has held up.

Fit ✰✰✰✰✰ I have gotten a great fit!  The legs fit my son beautifully thanks to the elastic sizing, and the snaps are placed close enough to always get a good leak free fit there as well.  There haven’t been many red marks, and if any they were on the back, not the legs.

Overall-  The fact that this diaper has most of the features I look for makes me wonder why I don’t think about it more often when talking about one size diapers.  Maybe because the brand name isn’t as present on the internet… I don’t know.  I had a very pleasant experience testing this diaper and I reach for it often.  The suedecloth releases poop easily when it is shakeable, a nice feature!  I love the fact that the inner suedecloth lining is a coordinating color to the PUL.  Even though I don’t normally go for the pastels, these always catch my eye.

I was not paid for this review however the diaper sent was kept.

I contacted Thirsties about reviewing the Duo Diaper.  Of course, I have to keep up with the cloth diaper trends and bring you the newest diapers on video!  I think this one is a great diaper for a video review.  I am able to show you the two part insert and the dual ended pocket.  The color, Meadow, really is great on camera too.  I love this diaper, and I think you will too!  Thirsites is sponsoring a giveaway, which you can enter here.

Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰✰ This diaper is easy on and off! With velcro closures it can be put on as simply as a disposable. Having it prestuffed is the best option, so you can just grab it and use it. Stuffing is easy too, thanks to the nice open pocket. When you have a dirty that needs to be tossed in the pail, attach the velcro tabs to their laundry tabs, and toss it (or spray poop, then toss). Snapping the rise up or down only happens once in a blue moon, but that is easy enough too.
Bang for the Buck ✰✰✰✰ Because almost all “one-size” diapers aren’t truly one size, Thirsties has made something very special. Having to buy only 2 “sizes” that have multiple sizes within them, will still save you money if you intend to buy a one size diaper and newborn diapers, and possibly even have to buy toddler diapers if your baby outgrows the one size. Judging by the photos I have seen of youn babies and old in the Duo, I think it will fit a newborn and big toddlers! This diaper is 17.50, the average cost for a regualr pocket one size diaper.
Performance ✰✰✰✰✰ The insert on this diaper really is “thirsty.” And, the hemp has stayed very soft and pliable. Typically, hemp gets crunchy and hard over many washes. Thirsties is the first to have their hemp knitted in the US, and it is quality stuff. Much different from other hemp I have seen. I would actually put this hemp against my son’s skin, unlike any other. Overnight and daytime tests had no leaks.
Fit ✰✰✰✰✰ With more minute adjustments, you have a greater chance of finding a great fit for your baby at any stage. Not completely customizeable to the millimeter, but there are smaller jumps between snap settings, unlike a regular “one-size.” I really like the leg gussets, and the soft binding around the legs, front, and back. I could probably even go to the smallest setting on this diaper, but it fits well enough on the middle snap also. The diaper isn’t SUPER trim, if I know I need to squeeze my son in some jeans I grab a different one, but in general it doesn’t prevent him from wearing much. And fluffy butts are cute!

Overall- I think I like this diaper a lot more than I expected. As I typed my review I realized how great it really is. Thirsties DUO comes in fun colors too. Time will tell how the velcro holds up, it just hasn’t been long enough for me to make that call. But the insert is washing beautifully, and so in the lining. If you are trying to find a way to escape the one size trap that leaves you with no diapers for a newborn, I think investing in some size 1 Duos would be a wise decision. You would have, probably 8-10 months where it would fit your baby!

I was not paid for this review, however the diaper sent was kept.

I have been thinking about cloth diaper leaks lately.  I always get asked when one size diapers fit, and my answer from personal experience and the testimonies of other moms is “11-14 pounds”  Why?  Because they leak before then.  For a while, I didn’t even know my diapers were leaking.  I asked my pediatrician why my son was so sweaty!  I thought his back was soaked with sweat, not pee.

The error was my fault and the diapers.  The diapers weren’t tight enough around him, and his penis wasn’t pointed down.  My bad!

That is the kicker, most new to cloth parents experience lots of pee  leaks.  Up the back, out through the legs, and up the front of the diaper. “Why are my diapers leaking so bad?!?!” If it continues to happen, it might make them stop altogether and go with the virtually leak proof disposables.

Since I have been leak free for a loooooong time, I wanted to look back at some of problems I have faced.  Maybe I can help someone who is troubleshooting their own leak problems.

All leaks can be caused by repelling, not enough absorbency, or inserts/ diapers that have not been fully prepped.  If the diaper is saturated, you need more absorbency.  If the diaper is saturated and it is relatively new, make sure you wash it a few more times before you write it off.

Scenario: My diapers are leaking out of the back.

Possible Reasons: If you have a boy, make sure his penis is pointing down!  If not, he is peeing up and it is running to the side and pooling at his back.  Babies at this stage are laying on their backs the majority of the time.  They are sleeping a lot!  With babies laying down so much, leaks are more prone to happen.  Once they begin sitting up, the pee will have more time to absorb before getting the chance to escape.

It could also be that your diapers are repelling.  This happens to diapers with synthetic liners like suedecloth or microfleece.  Your detergent is probably the culprit.  Even if you have a “cloth diaper safe” detergent, it is still possible.  Your water type (hard water/ soft water) reacts differently to different detergents.  Your friend in Texas loves ______ detergent and it works great.  You live in New Jersey.  Your water is totally different.  Texas water has a high mineral content and is very hard where I stayed.  This is when you need to experiment.  So far, I have had the most success with detergents made FOR cloth diapers.  Tiny Bubbles, Crunchy Clean, Rockin’ Green (coming out with a hard water formula soon!), and even soap nuts have all worked for me.  To fix the repelling, you need to strip your diapers with Dawn Original Blue dish detergent (I use one full tablespoon) and bleach (I only use half a cup).  Wash on HOT, rinse, wash on HOT (then check for bubbles.  If you have bubbles, you need to rinse and wash on HOT again, and again, until the bubbles are gone!)

Opinions differ on whether or not the eye dropper test works for testing repelling on diapers.  I personally believe it does if you do it correctly.  Take a bulb syringe or eye dropper full of water and add drops to your diaper.  If they roll around forever and never soak in, you need to strip your diapers.  If they roll around briefly, then soak, you are fine, that is normal.  If they soak right in you are even better!

Other reason: If you are using a pocket diaper, check the back flap.  If you did not follow the instructions properly it could be user error.  Some flaps roll out, like Happy Heineys.  Some tuck in, like Tiny Tush, and some are just a slit.  If it isn’t used properly, your diaper could leak.

Scenario: The legs around your baby’s onesies are wet with pee.

Possible reasons: The most probable reason for this is simple: the thighs are too big for your baby at this time, and pee is leaking through them.  I had this problem with Happy Heineys the most, whose leg holes are larger than most one size diapers.  I waited about 2 months, tried them again, and they worked well.  You can try affixing the velcro tabs pointing downward, which might take up some slack in t he legs.  If you still get leaks, sit the diaper aside for a few weeks.  I promise, your baby is going to grow into them!

Another reason could be that the onesie has crept up into the diaper, getting wet in the process.  Not the diaper’s fault, just something that happens sometimes!

Scenario: My baby is waking up to a wet tummy.

Possible reasons:  If you have a boy, check the pee pee!  Tummy sleeping, especially through the night, is challenging.  You will need to stuff your diaper differently than a regular day time diaper.  You not only need to add more to soak up a full night’s full of urine, you will need to stuff the diaper up front more.  Even girls might need some more stuffing up front since the pee could travel up a bit before settling in the inserts.  This is the case with lined diapers.  Fitteds and prefolds aren’t as nit picky about that sort of thing.

Other reason: You could have repelling.

Scenario: My baby wakes up with the sides of their clothing wet.

Possible reasons: This one is probably repelling or, if you have a boy, it could be that wee wee problem again!

Other reason: User error.  If you are using a pocket, check to make sure the insert is laying flat.

Scenario: My baby’s diaper leaked straight through!

Reason:  It probably needs a cover.  Some diapers look like they don’t need covers, like Goodmamas, but they do!  Either you weren’t aware and made an honest mistake, or your husband was in control and didn’t realize they needed a cover.  Guess what, my husband has done this before.  It happens.

Once babies become more mobile and are crawling/ walking, and even just sitting, leaks are going to slow down or stop.  By now, if you started using cloth diapers at birth, you know what you are doing.  Your washing routine has been figured out for the most part, you know how to put that diaper on, and the baby is upright, which give the pee more time to settle into the inserts.

Time is your best friend with cloth diapering.  The more you do it, the easier it gets!