This post is part of my Intro to Cloth Diapers Series! Each week I will be adding a new video detailing an aspect of cloth diapers that a “newbie” would have questions about.  This week the video is dedicated to Elastic One Size Diapers.

There are 3 major types that you will see:

• Button Hole (ex. Fuzzibunz OS, Charlie Banana OS, Lollidoo OS, and Sprout Change)
• Snap (ex. Rocky Mountain OS)
• Sliding (or “drawstring” ex. Softbums, Green Line, TK Cuddlers, Evolution Diapers)

Pros of Elastic Sizing:

• More size possibilities than Snap Down Rise sizing
• Cleaner looking due to lack of unsnapped settings
• Good for babies with skinny thighs

Cons:

• More sizing possibilities also mean a higher learning curve and more chances for mistakes/leaks.
• Harder to adjust size.
• More potential for leg leaks due to bunching.
• Can be easy to over tighten and cause red marks.
• Not ideal if you have 2 children.  More time consuming to switch between sizes if needed.

Any questions?  Leave them in the comments!