Find the Best Cloth Diapers Most Suitable For Your Baby

Cloth diapers have seen the test of time and were almost phased out by the disposable diapers but these environment-friendly poo-holders are back again. Not to mention that they are the best, safe option for your baby and will cost you way less in the long run!

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These are the more traditional cotton cloth diaper you might be aware of. They have three divided sections and the middle is the most absorbent and works by folding them in thirds and then securing it in place using a diaper pin. They are easy to use and are cheaper compared to other types but will require a diaper cover to prevent leaks.

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The All-in-ones or AIO, is a much newer type of cloth diaper that has come up. With the AIO, you don’t have to learn the ninja-ability of folding diapers. The AIO consists of a waterproof exterior cover, a sewn-in inner absorbent cloth and fastened with elastic bands for a snug fit. Handy, especially if you are not the only caregiver to your little bundle of joy. 

Katie Kimball shows you how it's done

Also known as the cloth diaper hybrid, is basically an AIO with a removable insert. It is simple to use and saves more as one outer cover can be used with several inner absorbent inserts. When the baby soils the diaper, simply take it off, take off the soiled insert, clean down your child and the outer cover and use another insert with the same cover. The one advantage the hybrids have over the AIO is that they dry much faster but will definitely cost you a slightly prettier penny. 

Pocket diapers are an outer waterproof covering with a sewn-in stay-dry liner and between these two layers is a pocket that you insert your absorbent. It gives you the freedom to choose the absorbency you want based on what you’re working with by choosing the type of insert you want. The good thing about this diaper is that it is easy to put on and remove as you just add the insert and then put in on baby and the linen keeps the baby feeling dry and comfy. 

Cloth diapers were in use long before someone thought to design a disposable diaper. Cloth diapers can save you more than $1000 and are the better and safer option for your little stinkball and what's even noteworthy is that they are environment-friendly. 

BumGenius is one of the top-American cloth diaper brands. The one-size pocket diaper with a stay-dry inner lining stretches comfortably around your baby and has these cute butterfly clips that you can use to adjust the diaper size according to your needs. Inserts have high absorbency meaning it will work for light and heavy wetters alike at any time of day without much hassle. It has a waterproof outer covering with custom elastic bands along the waist and legs for a snug fit keeping your baby leak-free 

If you have a heavy wetter on your hands then GroVia O.N.E is just perfect. Their diapers are made from high microfiber cotton, hemp, and bamboo materials which are highly absorbent. They come in different sizes or a one-size, have elastic around the legs for a snug fit and to prevent leaks.  

Thirsties diapers come in a one-size that fits pretty amazing from birth to a little toddler. the pocket inserts are made of layers of microfiber or hemp cotton which makes them highly absorbent. For newborns, just use a three-layer microfiber insert or easily switch it up to a 5-layer hemp cotton for toddlers and heavy wetters. It's honestly one of the most convenient pocket-diapers we've come across. 

If you have a preemie on your hands, using an All-In-One diaper system is the best option because they really go through the pack and you want to make changing as easy and simple as possible while also making it comfortable for your baby. This diaper is perfect for preemies and tinier newborns as it is made to fit those tiny legs snugly, a snap back to avoid rubbing on the umbilical cord, and two soft inner gussets to keep messes at bay. 

Using cloth diapers for overnight can be a nightmare if not done correctly. There’ll be leaks all over and your baby will be uncomfy. However, if done right, you might not even need to wake up in the middle of the witching hour to check wetness. This method is recommended for babies that don’t poo in the night, about 6 months and above. 

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It is the easiest and most convenient way of overnight diapering and is mostly done using pocket diapers because of the pocket space between the waterproof outer covering and the inner stay-dry liner. All you have to do to turn your diaper into an overnighter is to add more inserts for absorbency. Most people just have two inserts to perform the job of one during those long nights and baby stays dry all night.

Consider using more absorbent material during the night like natural microfiber cotton or hemp as it is highly absorbent.

Fitted diapers are a type of diapers that are just made of a highly absorbent fabric like hemp or bamboo and cotton. You will need liners to keep baby’s skin dry and comfy and also an outer covering for that added protection and baby bum ointment to keep away diaper rashes. They are good for use on a newborn because of the convenience of change. 

The only advantage that disposable diapers have over cloth diapers is that they are disposable and they may offer more protection against leaking.

Hybrid diapers have come a long way in offering the same quality service as disposables except that you can put them in the washer and re-use them again. Hybrids are easier to put on a baby and they prevent from leaks and changing them is really easy too.

Of course, we remind you that hybrid cloth diapers are way cheaper than disposables and help protect your baby from being exposed to too much chemicals found in disposables and you could also be saving the environment by choosing to go the hybrid way.

So our verdict is, YES! Hybrids can work just as good as disposable diapers.

You can absolutely use cloth diapers for your baby overnight as discussed above. The key to a good overnight diaper is making sure that the absorbency can handle a whole night of pee.

Highly absorbent material is advised like hemp or high microfiber cotton and this is best found in the fitted diapers or you can use a pocket diaper with extra inserts.

youtube video showing you how to use the fitted diaper

For fitted diapers, simply add a stay-dry liner and your baby will be comfy and dry throughout the night. Invest in a good quality cloth-safe bum ointment to protect your baby from diaper rash. With these things in mind, we don’t see a reason why you shouldn’t enjoy the ease and convenience of using overnight cloth diapers.

Cloth diapering is making a comeback because, in addition to protecting your little one, it also protects the environment and saves you some seriously good money. Choose the safer greener and cheaper way to keep you, your baby and your environment safe