gDiapers- we have all heard of them.  Many of us have used them at one point in our cloth diapers career or those new to cloth are wondering if they really are a better solution than disposable diapers without the hassle of washing cloth diapers.  I’m not going to battle the “are hybrid inserts as good as cloth if you consider the water and electricity used to wash”  because my review is for the function of the cover and the inserts.

I will say that as a cloth diaper advocate I am not anti-hybrid diapers. For the record my stance is that hybrids are a fine way to dip your toes into the alternative world of cloth or a good alternative to disposables while traveling.  I can count many, many families that started using gDiapers and then went to full cloth diapers in a matter of time.  Yes, others stick with G’s on a full time basis but this isn’t an affordable option for most families considering gDiaper inserts do cost more than using plain disposables and certainly more than using cloth diapers full time.

Finally- I will add this story:  I was attending the ABC Kids Expo in 2011 and went by the gDiapers booth.  I met the fun loving owners 2 years prior but this time they were out but other reps were there.  I asked one rep (forgive me for not remembering her name) what the company thought about the high rate of conversion from families who start with gDiapers and make the switch to cloth diapers after.  She responded that they were just happy to see families using cloth diapers even if they converted and no longer used their products.  I’m not a perfect judge of character or truth but I really felt her response to be genuine.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩ I won’t go into details and explain the features of the diaper itself because that is why I make videos. The ease of use for gDiapers is really dependent on how you dispose of the flushable inserts, if you are using those rather than cloth. gDiaper inserts are flushable but the company recommends you use the swish stick and tear them a bit before placing in the toilet. I have used gDiaper inserts but have never felt comfortable enough to flush them and risk a costly repair to my plumbing. Since I didn’t want to use too many disposable inserts for testing I only chose to use them while out and about (like many people do instead of going full cloth) and here and there around the house. I even tried them overnight. If I were comparing them to disposables I would say they are more tedious to use because you have to carefully stuff that insert into the liner and I was always like “what the heck, how do I hold this wet insert” between throwing it away and putting the new diaper on. I’m almost never changing a diaper in a bathroom, I choose the back of my car or benches. With a sposie you roll the diaper into itself, same with a cloth diaper in many cases.  Out of the dryer if you leave the piner in the diapers can come out a twisted mess so be aware of that too.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩ Using the hybrid inserts is a choice that is probably better than disposables but the price can be much more. Many gMums will say you can always find coupon codes and deals. Same can be said of disposables but not every parent is willing to do so. Even the individual gPants are pricey considering that they are mostly cotton. However gDiapers have some of the most adorable designs seen in the cloth diaper world. The new Chevron has me drooling. Unlike PUL/TPU cotton is easier to make in these designs so they have a lot more freedom than traditional cloth diapers. I’ve also heard amazing things about the gDiapers work place and how they treat their employees.
Performance ✩✩✩✩ The first time I ever used gDiapers I wasn’t impressed. I was also new to babies and cloth diapers. I used them on my first son when he was a few months old and had several leaks and lots of wicking. My impression of them wasn’t great. I was asked to review them officially and decided to try one more time for the sake of having them in my video library. This time I feel like I was more aware of how to get the insert in the liner *just right* and this made a difference in how they performed. I only had a wicking issue (wicking means moisture has traveled from the saturated insert to the outside of the diaper- in this case the cotton pant which will absorb) 2 times and both could be explained by a very wet insert that needed changing. The inserts are absorbent abd do have some SAP gel, though less than a disposable diaper. The other times I used the diapers I chose my own cloth inserts or pad folded flats and these worked just as well, if not better, than the flushable inserts and can be reused over and over. Overnight I used just one flushable insert and found my son woke up with dry pajamas. To be fair he isn’t a heavy wetter, but I was surprised with this outcome.
Fit ✩✩✩✩ I’ve tried the size Medium gDiapers on Fletcher when he was around 6-8 months old, and I’ve used the Medium on Everett at 18 months. Both fit as they should in a baby that age. My only issue with both was how the wide elastic band around the stomach could sometimes gap although this was mainly an aesthetic issue and had no effect of the performance. They also now offer adorable newborn gPants and if I ever have a another baby I will have to try a few, with some preemie prefolds or small flats. My biggest issue with gDiapers is how the snaps for the snap-in liners are exposed. The snaps are flat but they almost always leave red marks on the baby. Not all red marks are painful but I guarantee you that many parents stop using gDiapers due to red marks. I keep thinking there has to be a solution to this issue and wonder why they haven’t re-designed their diapers to solve the problem.
Overall: As a cloth diaper gDiapers aren’t my favorite and I would rather use a true waterproof shell just to avoid any chance of wicking. As a hybrid the G’s are really good at what they so and make a lot of sense. They can be washed with regular laundry and parents don’t have to be concerned about delaminating or elastic wearing out due to typical laundry additives so non cloth diapering parents can wash away.   I even noticed that they have improved their laundry tabs and velcro tabs since I first tried them 3 years ago.  They used to come undone very easy and create awful diaper chains but these are holding strong so far.  They come in handy for travel, even if you are using flats and handwash them and wash the g pants in the coin laundry or handwash those as well. As I said before I am all for families embracing cloth diapers and even gDiapers have a place in this world. The cute factor reels them in (especially since they are found in most mainstream baby stores and even Big Box Stores) and then the families get tired of spending so much on inserts so they buy cloth inserts or switch to a different brand. I’m pro-cloth and pro-saving money.
Where to Buy The Ultimate Green Store sells gDiapers and provided 2 gPants and a package of inserts for me to review.

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This is a review of the Swaddlebees Capri Cover and Insert set. This is a new product from Swaddlebees that was just recently released. The Capri cover comes in Size 1 or Size 2 and each cover has 3 size settings. The Capri inserts are sold in size 1 or 2 and have the option of either microfleece or birdseye cotton next to the baby.
Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩ You can find the Capri covers in aplix or velcro. Sizing is done by snapping down the rise and the Capri insert is easily laid into the the gusseted area inside.  An All-in-Two style system isn’t as easy as just changing out a pocket or All-in-One but this system is easier than those that snap into the cover.  The cover can just be used over fitteds or other non waterproof cloth diapers as well.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩ Swaddlebees products usually have a higher price tag than other similar cloth diaper products. The Capri cover and inserts are no exception. The Size 1 is 16.95 and the Size 2 is 19.95. Size 1 inserts are 12.95 for 2 and the Size 2 inserts are 15.95 for 2.  Part of the price is due to the diapers being made in the USA where the workers are paid a fair wage compared to many of the very inexpensive Made in China diapers being seen everywhere.  I had these added to my cart and kept taking them out because the price was just too much for me to spend. Luckily I ended up waiting for them to stock at Diaper Junction and I used affiliate credits. The cover is going to last forever- it is impeccably made. Since I wasn’t a huge fan of the inserts I would rather use flats inside and save the money.
Performance ✩✩✩✩ The Capri covers were bulletproof and the PUL wasn’t letting anything through. The inserts were very, very absorbent and stood up to naps and long car trips.
Fit ✩✩✩✩ If I review the Capri alone it fit really well, especially with pad folded flats as inserts. With the Size 2 Inserts and the cover on the smallest rise it was hard to get a good fit at the stomach because the insert made a bubble. I tried folding over the insert in various ways but usually would squish the insert in to prevent bumps at odd places. Also I worry about the comfort where the rise snaps down and how it touches the baby’s legs.
Overall: I certainly prefer the cover to the insert. I did appreciate the ability to choose microfleece or birdseye cotton against the baby’s skin and that the insert dries quickly. The cover looks like it will last through many, many washes and kids. The cover works well as a regular cover and as an All-in-Two system.  You can also get the Capri in the amazing print selection offered by Swaddlebees.
Where to Buy Kelly’s Closet (affiliate) sells the Capri Cover and Capri Inserts

I purchased a Capri cover and insert set using affiliate credits for this review.

Babykicks is unveiling their new products and adding aplix to their diapers, a departure from their side snapping only option in previous versions of their diapers.  They now have a Premium Pocket Diaper and a Basic Pocket Diaper.  Quick Synopsis of the differences between their new Premium and Basic Pockets- Premium has a Bamboo Velour lining, comes with a stay dry liner, has fleece leg gussets, and comes with a Joey Bunz insert, and runs $21.50.  Basic Pocket has a microfleece liner, does not have fleece gussets, and comes with a microfiber/hemp combo insert, and runs $15.99.

Babykicks Premium Pocket Diaper- This diaper is replacing the Babykicks 3g. They have tweaked a few things including the lining which is now organic bamboo velour instead of the bamboo fleece (good choice) and some sizing changes. You can now also get the Premium in both Side Snaps and the new soft Aplix which is a front closing diaper.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩ Obviously the front closing, aplix version would be easier than the side snapping version that I reviewed. Side snaps take getting used to and until you do you might find yourself fumbling about and readjusting settings. Stuffing the narros front pocket can also be a bit of a challenge compared to a wider, back stuffing pocket. The only benefit to a front stuffing pocket is that it isn’t located at the business end of the diaper although it will be wet.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩ The MSRP for the Premium Pocket Diaper is 21.50, a few dollars more than most one size snapping pocket diapers. I’ll try to make sense of the price for you- the lining uses organic bamboo velour, it comes with a premium Joey Bunz Hemp insert, it comes with a stay dry liner, and it has those awesome fleece leg gussets which add to the complexity for manufacturing. After reviewing both the Premium and Basic I think I’d rather spend less and buy the Basic but that is my preference.
Performance ✩✩✩✩ I love these fleece leg gussets and had no troubles with them contributing to leaking. The Joey Bunz insert, once properly prepped, is very absorbent and trim. I reviewed the side snapping version and don’t find these the best for nights and naps but they can work well for a training toddler and go up and down fairly easy (not as easy as a true trainer but easier than a front closing pocket).
Fit ✩✩✩✩ The diaper can get tiny for newborns and infants. It still looks smaller than most one size diapers side by side. Everett is wearing the diaper with 2 snaps exposed on the rise so he has one snap left. He has a few snaps on each tab left in the width as well.

Babykicks Basic Pocket- This new diaper from Babykicks is a more affordable version of their Premium. The difference is that this diaper does not have fleece gussets, has microfleece lining instead of bamboo velour, and comes with a hemp/micrfiber combo insert.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩ I reviewed the aplix version and of course it was very easy to put on and off. The entire front panel is loops and will hold the hooks on the tabs. The pocket opening is also narrow.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ A much better value at $15.99 if you can live without the fleece gussets. The insert is hefty and is great for the larger sizes btu I would personally use a shorter one on the smallest rise settings.
Performance ✩✩✩✩✩ I was brave enough to use this diaper overnight despite my dislike of pockets. For now it did work well (again, using the front closing aplix version) and the included insert worked for us (Ev isn’t a very heavy wetter). Daytime use was good for us with no complaints.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩ I love the trim fit of this diaper on Ev and it really looks nice. Probably the trimmest front closing diaper I have right now (it also comes in side snaps). He has 2 rise snaps exposed so one left to choose from as he grows. The tabs meet but it feels like there isn’t a lot of room left for him on the waist. We’ll see how it goes!

Both the Premium Pocket Diaper and the Basic Pocket Diaper
Overall: I am really pleased with the improvements on the diaper, especially the new linings. The old bamboo fleece of the 3g was soft in the beginning but pilled up quite a bit over many washes. I also like both the side snapping and aplix versions. The concern with aplix is just how the pointed edge will wash up- I wonder if those edges will curl out over time? The pocket is still narrow but doesn’t feel as tight as the previous version either.
Where to Buy Kelly’s Closet (affiliate) will have the Premium Pocket and Basic Pocket Diaper soon.

I’m a pocket loving cloth diapering mom so I get excited about trying new pocket cloth diapers.  This time I was able to review the new Perfect Pocket from Blissful Booty.  These cloth diapers come in either a minky exterior or the TPU version.  All diapers are one size, waterproof, have a stay dry suedecloth lining, and come with a bamboo insert.  They make an aplix or snaps version.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩ Pocket diapers aren’t a hard diaper to use on a baby. They go on and off mostly like a disposable after being stuffed with an insert. In this case, the insert stuffs into a narrow pocket and this just takes longer to do. The pocket opening has elastic so it stretches but once your hand is inside you are working with a pocket opening over your wrist. After stuffing the diaper it is easy to put on the baby. Even with 4 snaps per tab I didn’t find it too obnoxious to do. The aplix version was easier on and off.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩ The value is pretty good for 16-17 dollars. The diapers fit well, worked well, and look really cute. I will say many of you might need to buy a doubler to use with this diaper or a more absorbent insert. The included bamboo insert wasn’t enough for us even in the daytime which is unusual for my average wetter.  If the insert was more absorbent it would have scored better on the value scale.
Performance ✩✩✩✩ The diaper itself worked great and fit well. I did have leaks but I realized the cause was only related to the insert not being absorbent enough. I switched to a more absorbent insert and that fixed our issue.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩ The fit was spot on for Everett on the middle rise snap. I felt he had a good amount of room left to grow in the waist. I really loved the elastic on the stomach, it looked very comfortable on him. With other cloth diapers with stomach elastic sometimes it is sewn too tight and it makes snapping or closing the aplix harder. Not so in this case.
Overall: The Perfect Pocket is a good diaper at a reasonable price. The minky with snaps was a favorite for me. I also reviewed the TPU with aplix. I never had any rubbing on the baby’s skin but the aplix was on the wide side.  They offer a few prints like the web one pictured.  My older son loved when his little brother was wearing it!  My favorite feature was the elastic in the front.
Where to Buy: Blissful Booty

 

The Swaddlebees Simplex is one of my favorite diapers so when I saw that they were coming out with a One Size version I knew I was going to be love it.  They seriously didn’t disappoint!  I do prefer front snapping diapers to side snapping so this change was welcome too.  The best part is that not only do you get the birdseye cotton layer but you also have the option of a stay dry microfleece.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩ The Swaddlebees Simplex One Size All-in-One is a bit misleading only because it isn’t a “true” AIO. All pieces are attached but there is some preparation before using the diaper. You will either need to stuff the tongue inside of the pocket or flip it and lay it inside. I’m not saying this is a hassle because it is still easier than stuffing pockets and looking for inserts. I just like to share the difference between a true AIO and those that are almost an AIO. I call this a “tongue-style AIO.” To size the diaper you’ll need to snap down the rise (or unsnap and resnap as the child grows) and this is very easy to do.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ $25.95 isn’t cheap at all. For 24 diapers you would be spending close to $700. Would this still be less than using disposables? Absolutely- but that is a large chunk to part with at one time, especially when there are less expensive diapers available. I pay the price because I only buy 1-2 as special diapers and the rest of my stash consists of pockets that are less expensive. I know part of the price comes from higher quality materials (Swaddlebees uses birdseye cotton and really nice PUL, quality elastic, etc) and the diapers are made in the USA.
Performance ✩✩✩✩✩ Love this diaper for how it works on Everett. 10 layers of cotton were plenty for us but cotton isn’t as absorbent as microfiber or hemp so some people might find they need to insert a doubler into the pocket opening. I need a little hemp doubler for nights but in the day I don’t have to add anything. No leaks during our testing.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩ Unlike many pocket diapers, there was no gaping at the stomach on Everett and the middle rise snap fit him like a glove. The legs looked nice and comfortable around his thighs and the rise was just where I like it- a bit below the belly button. I still have one rise snap left but I may never need to use it. Everett is 22 pounds and 16.5 months old.
Overall: I can’t find anything wrong with this diaper except not wanting to pay the higher end price tag. Diapers in this range, for me, tend to be one offs and I buy them for the cute prints (I love Tweet, Swirls, and Dino) and/or to review. If feasible I could see myself having a large number of these. They would make excellent daycare or babysitter diapers. I used to get annoyed when my sitter would use a pocket and not unstuff it. At least when these get tossed in the pail and washed you will never find an insert bunched up inside!
Where to Buy Diaper Junction (affiliate link- this is where I bought mine!)

When I went to ABC Kids Expo I wasn’t aware that Thirsties was showing a brand new diaper. The new Duo All-in-One was what I had the chance to see and it recently was made available to the public for purchase. I immediately placed my order so that I could begin reviewing the diaper. Like their other popular diaper wrap and Duo Diaper the Thirsites Duo All-in-One is a dual size diaper that comes in either size 1 or size 2. It also comes in aplix or snaps.  Unfortunately my camera was having an issue I wasn’t aware of when I filmed the video and it was only when I started to edit and after moving that I realized it.  I have already packed my filming “studio” and moved or I would have re-shot the entire thing.  

Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩✩ For my review I used the Aplix and there is nothing easier than an Aplix Thirsties Duo All-in-One! You will need to set the rise initially and again (and again) as your child grows but once that is set your diaper will be as easy to use as a disposable. If you have snaps there is only 1 row and a total of 4 snaps to close. When it comes time to wash your diaper you don’t have an insert to remove. After the clean diapers are dry you can simply fold and put away without having to stuff an insert. The tunnel design is open on both ends so if you do end up needing to add an insert for nights it will agitate out as well.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩✩ $15.75 for a QUALITY made, USA made, WAHM sewn, AIO cloth diaper that also comes with top notch customer service from one of the best cloth diaper companies around? THAT my friends is a good deal. It isn’t a “one size” diaper so you can’t just buy a set of Thirsties AIO‘s and call it a day. However the Size 1′s will fit a newborn, and if your child is on the taller end or late on potty learning then your Size 2′s will fit up to 40 pounds.
Performance ✩✩✩✩✩ The Thirsties Duo AIO has a microfiber soaker that should be good enough for most babies during the day. If you intend to use your    AIO for overnight then you might want to add an additional insert. We never had a leak in any situation.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩ Ev fits the Size 2 on the smallest snap rise. It comes a bit higher than I prefer but this just means he has lots and lots of room in the rise to grow. I’d be willing to bet he would still fit into the Size 1 on the unsnapped rise setting. I can’t speak to how Size 1 fits a newborn but if the Duo Wrap is an indication that it will fit but just look a but bulky until they grow into it and we all know how fast that happens!
Overall: The only two negative things I can think of- I miss the characteristic appearance of the white binding. The diaper just looks so naked without it, especially the snaps version. Maybe they don’t want it to be confused with the Duo Diaper? The second is that it takes a pretty long time to be thoroughly dry. If you put your hand in the pocket you might notice after one cycle that the soaker is still damp. (this doesn’t happen every single time- varies depending on how many diapers are in my dryer and what dryer I am using) It is harder to air dry the way that the soaker attaches inside to the fleece lining. Do either of those facts make me less likely to use or buy more? Nope! I can’t think of many brands I love as much as I love Thirsties. And if you want more reasons to love them you should watch their own video announcing their All-in-One.   I should also point out that this may be the first cloth diaper that has received all 5 stars!  
Where to Buy: Diaper Junction (affiliate) which is where I also purchased this diaper for review.  

Another Monday, another video and review.  This time for the Flip Trainer- the bumGenius/Flip solution to reusable training pants.  The concept of this one combines features not usually seen on training pants- “one size” rise snaps and replaceable soakers similar to an All-in-Two.  Did the risk pay off in the design?  Read my review.  You can also watch the video to see how it works in action and see what it looks like on a 3.5 year old.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩ If you block out having to replace the wet soaker pads with fresh ones and possibly having to redo snaps on the rise after pulling it onto the child (this has been a recurring issue voiced by many parents but not one I have encountered personally) then it would be a 5 star. It goes up and down smoothly, and even though my son said it was hard I’m pretty sure he was just being a typical weird pre-schooler who complains about everything. I did not find putting the pads in to be the easiest experience, I had to ponder about what side went where and how to fold and then get it aligned correctly under the flap…. not my favorite thing. I only used the trainer at night and didn’t even need to replace multiple times a day.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ I think the Kit with 5 pads and a waterproof shell is very fairly priced at 34.99. That is essentially 5 changes for a child unless you need to double the inserts. Flip doesn’t suggest using these at night without one of their disposable inserts so if that is your plan it will cost more in the long run. The thing about it being “one size” is strange: on the one hand you won’t need to size up on a trainer, but on the other hand- who sizes up trainers?! Most children aren’t in a trainer too terribly long, and not long enough to need to change from a medium to a large. It could come in handy for a second child who trainslater/earlier than your first child and needs a different setting though.
Performance ✩✩✩✩ To be completely up front Fletcher hasn’t used the heck out of this like we do with diapers we review on Everett. He is 3.5 and only wets on occasional nights. My personal philosphy on potty training is to cut them off so I’m not even sure I would have a use for a waterproof day trainer that often. We did use it at night with mixed results. Some mornings the sheets were wet, some they were dry. We only used 1 soaker but I suspect we should have been adding more but I just kept forgetting… The soaker was definitely saturated when he did go and he is 3.5 so his wettings are on the heavy side. I’d like to try it with a hemp insert as well soon but it was packed up when the movers came on accident. Boo!
Fit ✩✩✩✩ Fletcher is 30 pounds and wears the trainer on the middle rise. He wears the panels on the tightest setting. It fits him well in this size. I did not experience the rise snaps popping open when I pulled it up or when he did but I saw this complaint often on Diaperswappers.
Overall: I wanted to love this trainer but it didn’t do much for me. Since it hasn’t worked that great at night and I don’t have a need for a day trainer it won’t get much love from us until maybe when Everett begins potty training. In my world I don’t know that we would utiilize the AI2 functionality because of they way I like to train my babies (completely nude or undies) and would only use a waterproof trainer for outings. I might sing a different tune when Ev trains but for now that is what I’m thinking. I do prefer the looks of the GroVia as well but love the Lovelace and Albert prints in the Flip trainer.
Where to Buy Sweetbottoms Baby Boutique (affiliate link)
I purchased this kit from Cottonbabies.com in order to perform this review.

The Oeko Popo brand is not one I was familiar with before being approached to perform a review. I wasn’t even sure what type of diaper it was until I opened the package. I was pretty surprised by some of the unique features that I found. The design was really cool with a black and white pattern on the tabs and star shaped snaps for the hip snap. The snap in soaker was backed with PUL but in a one of a kind way- right to the bamboo fabric. The leg elastic could be tightened as well.
Ease of Use ✩✩✩ This is one of those diapers that can be intimidating at first. It certainly was for me, not gonna lie. Thank goodness for videos. In this case I referenced the videos from the maker of Oeko Popo and I’m afraid I didn’t do as good of a job as she did. Sizing is easy since it is uses a 3 step snap down rise. If you use this diaper as an AI2 with their inserts then you might want to watch a video. It was hard for me to find a fold that looked comfortable unless I folded it to the front. I might have been doing it wrong, not exactly sure. The maker of Oeko Popo says you don’t have to adjust the leg elastic unless you need to. If you do need to then it is easy to do, you just pull it, but you won’t really know how tight to pull it and might have some trial and error there. To loosen the elastic I also had to watch a video but didn’t find that in time before filming mine. It was hard for me to figure out but I got there eventually.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ The Batumee retails for 24.95. It is made in the USA. It is one of the trimmest diapers I have used and I loved the fit so the price is high but it has many selling points. The snap in inserts retail for 5.95 and that is actually a really good price but the downside is that it is designed for the Batumee and wouldn’t work as well with other diapers.
Performance ✩✩✩✩✩ Amazing! The soaker was far more absorbent that I expected it to be. Everett wore it for a very long time (a change slipped my mind) and I was afraid of what I would find but that little soaker was totally saturated but the diaper never leaked! It was actually kind of cool to see the urine soaked into the soaker through the back PUL.
Fit ✩✩✩✩✩ The fit was really trim and totally conformed to Ev’s shape. He wore the diaper on the middle rise (16 months and 22 pounds) and usually only needed the 1 soaker. The cover would work with other inserts as well. I did have to tighten the leg elastic to where about an inch was hanging out of the casing. It also gets pretty small for a tiny baby.
Overall: The biggest drawback of the diaper is really just how many features it has and learning how to use them. I’m as experienced as they come when it comes to cloth diapers and I had to reference the website and videos often while reviewing it. That being said it performed and fit so well and it impressed me a lot. The Batumee has a lot going for it and is worth a look even if you just need a good cover.
Where to Buy OekoPopo.com

Recently I’ve seen numerous requests for a review of the EcoPosh One Size Fitted. The EcoPosh line was released months ago with the selling point of being made from recycled plastic bottles. This isn’t the first cloth diaper to be made in the fashion (see Lollidoo) but it is still a neat concept. The whole line has a premium price point but the good news is they look to be well made an this One Size Fitted is extremely absorbent.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩ In terms of diapering my least favorite thing has to be a pocket fitted. I almost always forget to unstuff the pocket and then have to unstuff and rewash the whole thing when I get it out of my dryer and notice the insert is bunched up at the bottom of the pocket. The diaper itself goes on pretty easily with only 2 snaps per tab. The rise has a 4 step rise adjustment system and will only need to be adjusted every so often as your child grows.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩ The Eco Posh One Size fitted packs an absorbent punch and makes a fantastic overnight diaper for babies who need all the absorbency they can get! Part of the high price tag included some pretty amazing inserts (6r Soaker) for a fairly custom absorbency level. The smaller doubler will work in the fitted on the smallest snapped down rise and the whole thing can be used for heavy wetters or for overnight. The most absorbent fitteds always seem to be the most expensive. It is on the higher range of that price point but it isn’t unheard of to pay this much for a fitted diaper ($34.97).
Performance ✩✩✩✩✩ No doubt about it, the Eco Posh Fitted will stand up to some heavy wettings. Paired with a wool soaker or well fitting waterproof cover there should be no leaks at night! There was room for more when my son was through with it even after 12 hours.
Fit ✩✩✩✩ Each rise snap has a waist snap to coordinate. Your child might not fit that “mold” and the lack of more choices on the waist makes me a tad nervous for wider waisted babies. For use Everett used the rise with 2 snaps exposed, and the matching waist snap. On him is looks very, very bulky, especially when you add a cover on top. I would only use this at night. His pants wouldn’t snap when paired with an EcoPosh and cover.
Overall: Everyone should know that the EcoPosh does take significantly longer to dry than pockets and even many All-in-Ones. The way the fabric is bunched up for the internal gussets makes it take longer. The insert itself is also thick and takes longer to dry than any othes in my stash. I personally wouldn’t pay the price on this diaper unless I needed a super heavy duty overnight solution or unless I could get a good deal. It is a very nice diaper, works, I love the way it looks and the color choices, but I am not running out to buy 5, 1 or 2 will do.
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Months ago the cloth diaper world got great news when a few companies announced that they would be making reusable cloth trainers!  The trainer market already had a few but most were pretty clunky and even fewer were nice to look at.  GroVia is ahead of the style curve in cloth diaper land so I knew they wouldn’t disappoint.  I got my first in person peek at the GroVia My Choice Trainer when I attended ABC Kids Expo.  I was even more impressed with their function and style when I got to handle them in person.  My initial concerns included the sizing (would they get small enough for a baby who is potty training younger than the average American baby), the absorbency level (but you can add more to the pocket opening when needed), and how waterproof the side Flex Panels would be.  I’ve been able to test the My Choice on my 3.5 year old who is day trained but needs a trainer at night.  My review is obviously not a full review for this reason so please keep that in mind.

Ease of Use ✩✩✩✩✩ These trainers are truly easy up and down just like a disposable Pull Up. If your child can pull up pants or underwear unnassisted then they will likely be able to do the same with the My Choice. My son is older than when many babies would begin thir potty training adventure but he has no trouble with this (you can view him pulling them up himself in the video). The Side Flex panels make this process simple and easy, giving the young child a real sense of independence versus a diaper. For the parent, you can also easily pull them up for your child. If there is a big OOPS and your child makes a solid mess in the trainer then you won’t have to smear it down the leg. Unsnap both sides of the trainer and it comes off like a diaper. There is a 1 step rise that snaps down but this is simple to do and will only need to be done for a fitting, not every change.
Bang for the Buck ✩✩✩✩ The My Choice Trainer is $18.99 and GroVia is one of those brands that most coupons and sales won’t apply to so you can only get a “deal” if GroVia is running a special or if you find one used. In the grand scheme of things, if you go with reusable trainers in lieu of daytime pull-ups and you buy a handful then you will easily save money over pull-ups. There are cheaper trainers on the market but these make great trainers for outings because they are so easy on and off, which is the point of a trainer, yes?
Performance ✩✩✩ This is where it gets tricky. Everyone’s idea of what a trainer should do varies. Your expectations are based on your child’s needs as well. If you need a night time trainer for a full wetting (or more) than this isn’t for you. This trainer is really good for daytime outings for a child who still has accidents. It is good for daycare or pre-school as well when a child is MOSTLY potty trained. It is good for around the house when learning the potty. But overnight we had leaks almost everytime due to the side flex panels. Even after adding absorbency in the form of microfiber doublers or hemp inserts some moisture would make it out via the side. There isn’t a lot of area coverage there, so even though the panels have a hidden layer of TPU it wouldn’t work for us. Is that a deal breaker? Only if you need a trainer for overnight and the child is wetting the bed (not just having a small miss). Trainer is a word that is used for any up and down diaper but they are all designed differently and for different purposes. I find this a daytime trainer from my use.
Fit ✩✩✩✩ We reviewed the 1T-3T and this fit both of my children on the snapped down rise. Everett isn’t using them quite yet but they do fit his chunky belly and my super skinny 3.5 year old, which is perfect! The next size up goes up to 5T so there is a wide range or sizes. The trainer never left any red marks and the side panels were super soft on their skin. I love that there were no snaps exposed to their skin.
Overall: The design of the My Choice is very aesthetically pleasing to me. I don’t think having the colorful side panels to switch out is something that will make a younger child get excited. I like the color options and the way they look and I’m the one with the money, so there is that. They do look like real underwear for the most part so if your child has an aversion to “diapers” these could work.  The GroCool layer was a nice addition.  It lets the baby feel wet and this can expedite potty training.  I also liked that I could see the wetness so I could know he went to the bathroom, which would also be useful!
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