Is there such thing as a Trim Cloth Diaper? I say yes!
Using cloth diapers can sometimes mean that your baby looks like they have a little extra “junk in the trunk.” Most mama’s are either indifferent or happen to like the “fluffy” booty. Then there are the moms who really want trim cloth diapers.
I am going to say here and now that there is not a cloth diaper on the market as trim as a disposable. And you don’t want them to be. The reason for a disposable’s trimness has everything to do with science and the chemicals used to make them. The non chemical fabrics can’t compete and I don’t find that a bad thing.
Out of all {100+} cloth diapers I have tried and tested there are some that stand out from the crowd for their trimness. I’ll be listing them here for all of the mamas looking for cloth diapers that don’t *ahem* accentuate the booty.
BumWare Extreme AIO
The BWX is probably the trimmest cloth diaper I have ever used and the closest in sihlouette to a disposable when under clothing. Also, there is no elastic around the back. The diaper is Sized meaning you need to size up when they grow out of one size. The soaker is microfiber and is sandwiched between the PUL waterproof exterior and a Microfleece interior which is next to the baby’s skin. This is not the diaper for Heavy Wetters unless you plan to add a doubler. {Buy from Sweetbottoms}
Many will argue that a Side Snapping cloth diaper is the trimmest option. People- Meet the Swaddlebees Simplex! There are so many things that made me fall in love with the Simplex: Clean front, TRIM, Fast Drying, Durable Birdseye cotton lining and soaker, and Made in the USA. The Simplex comes in sizes (currently 2.0 is sold in Medium/Large only). It is a mix between a pocket and an All in One- the insert is sewn at one end and agitates out on its own in the washer- then needs to be re-stuffed before putting back on (you can also lay it on top if you prefer and skip stuffing). The Simplex can be purchased in prints too. {If you prefer a stay dry lining the sister diaper- Blueberry Basix- has Microfleece lining and a Microfiber soaker and is just as trim} Simplex 2.0 was just released with more room in the waist. {Buy from Sweetbottoms}
There is a reason that you can’t get your hands on a Ragababe Easy AIO. They are pretty fabulous and happen to also be pretty darn trim. More than being trim, they are extremely light weight thanks to the Bamboo used for the soaker. This diaper comes in sizes and is a true All in One which means the soaker is sewn in, however there is a small pocket opening towards the front if you need to add more absorbency. If you do then it won’t be as trim. Hopefully the mama behind Ragababe can catch her breath and a break to let more folks get their hands on them. For now, keep stalking the facebook page or various FSOT forums.{Buy from Ragababe}
The BGE was one of my first cloth diaper loves. At the time it was released it felt revolutionary; it was an All in One with a shorter drying time and it used natural fibers. The BGE is certainly trimmer than it’s cousin, the bumGenius 4.0 but it is also more expensive. This is my Go To cloth diaper for my diaper bag, especially when I had two babies in cloth. Unlike the above diapers mention, the bumGenius Elemental has the distinct honor of being the only One Size and All in One cloth diaper in the list. It even looks fairly trim on newborns; that is impressive! {Buy from Sweetbottoms}
The Evolution Ion is a great diaper. It is also a very Trim cloth diaper that is a Pocket too! The inserts that come with the Evolution Ion are trim and absorbent, plus the sizing in the legs keeps the front looking clean and distributes the fabric so there is no bulk in the front. These diapers have a Cool Max lining which wicks mooisture away from the baby and is made from recycled plastic bottles. Another reason to love them: they are Made in the USA. {Buy From Kelly’s Closet}
Flats and Covers are also very trim on older babies and toddlers. I have yet to find a “trim” fitted but when it comes to Fitteds versus Fitteds Bamboozle is less fluffy than most.
Have a Trim Cloth Diaper Recommendation? Leave it in the comments! Some of the above links are to DDL affiliates, including my new affiliate Sweetbottoms (FREE SHIPPING)! If you shop through any affiliate links a percentage will go to DDL, so thanks!
Bright Star is a new cloth diaper brand brought to you by the makers of Fishnoodle diapers. They have a few types of diapers available but for this review I have been testing the Trim AIO.
Ease of Use ✩✩✩ Side snapping diapers take longer to get used to than front closing diapers. Sometimes because of the shape of the baby it can be harder to close. Still, there are only 4 snaps total and you can leave the soakers snapping into the diaper when you wash. That essentially makes it an All-In-One in practice, though I would call it a Snap-in-One.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ The Trim AIO runs 20.95 direct from the manufacturer. I think this price is worth paying for the super trimness you get without losing absorbency. Plus there are some super adorable prints to choose from!
Performance ✩✩✩✩ There were some leaks with the diaper. I would definitely consider it a “daytime” diaper for the level of absorbency it has. Without the hemp doubler I had leaks, but after adding it in this solved the problem. Sometimes side snapping diapers in general have a tendency to leak on the sides if the baby is sleeping that way, and this happened once for us as well. But it has happened with others, this isn’t an issue solely associated with this brand.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩This diaper looks amazing on! I feel this is the strong suit of the Trim AIO. It looks so sleek and trim. We tested the size 0 which fits 7-16 pounds. Everett was already towards the end of that range when the diaper arrived, and as it happens, he is JUST growing out of it now. Size 1 will fit babies the longest range of time, typical of the Medium diaper, and would be the best investment.
Overall- I loved using this diaper on Everett because it looked so great on him. I will readily admit I prefer diapers with middle closures but I am willing to use side snapping diapers when they give such a trim fit. He can wear some outfits with this diaper that won’t fit over his OS diapers. The soakers look a little wrinkled after being washed while snapped in, but this is nothing that concerns me. I would love to get a Medium which would last longer and fit both of my boys to have around for those skinny outfits!
I am a fan of Tiny Tush products, not only because they work great, but because the company is amazing. I was very happy to be sent their new Tiny Tush Hemp Trim One Size Fitted to review.
Ease of Use ✰✰✰✰ This fitted has snaps, but nothing like a Goodmama, which can be overwhelming. I found it easy to put on and take off, and to size since the rise uses snaps as well. The soaker can be snapped in or left out for more trimness if you don’t need it.
Bang for the Buck✰✰✰✰ The Hemp fitted costs less than many fitteds on the market, but as much as many pocket diapers (17.95) The price is justified since the diaper is made from Hemp, a material that has to be imported. However, the diaper is still made in the USA. It is very absorbent so worth the price if you need a workhorse diaper that is very thirsty for nights.
Performance ✰✰✰✰✰ I loved this diaper because it was simple and effective. I trusted it for days without the insert because my son isn’t a heavy wetter. I used it with a PUL cover and it was never soaked through, even after one instance of leaving it on a little too long. Blame it on Mommy/ pregnant brain! Overnights required the insert but no extra stuffins for me.
Fit✰✰✰✰✰ The ruffled elastic fit my son beautifully. I think there is lots of room for growth, especially with 4 rise settings. It was very trim on my son compared to many fitteds, especially those using OBV which are heavy and bulky. I can’t say if it fits a newborn or not, but I think it would work, especially with a cover. Give me a few months before testing that.
Overall- This is another great product from Tiny Tush. The hemp is soft and pliable and the lining is soft against the baby’s skin. The snaps are hidden, a feature I am very fond of. Even though the front rolls down some it doesn’t detract from the function, and you will have a cover of it most of the time so it isn’t a big deal.
BumWare Extreme AIO
