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Thinking of trying cloth? Now is a great time!
Amazon is currently offering Free Super Saver Shipping on bumGenius 3.0 One-Size cloth diapers in Butternut, Blossom and White. $17.95 is a pretty standard price for these diapers and bumGenius sales are hard to come by, so this is a great deal!
For those unfamiliar with bumGenius, this is not your mom's cloth. bumGenius is one of the most trusted names in cloth diapering and their cloth diapers are simple to use and clean. The 3.0 design consists of a waterproof outer layer, velcro closure, suedecloth inner lining, and a pocket for an insert. Extra inserts and doublers can be added to make the diaper more absorbent for heavy wetters or for nighttime use. Best of all, the rise on this diaper is adjustable with snaps, making it a one-size-fits-most option. The weight range of the bumGenius 3.0's is listed as 7-35lbs. In our experience, they start to fit best around 12lbs, but that is still quite a weight range! - Jenn
For those unfamiliar with bumGenius, this is not your mom's cloth. bumGenius is one of the most trusted names in cloth diapering and their cloth diapers are simple to use and clean. The 3.0 design consists of a waterproof outer layer, velcro closure, suedecloth inner lining, and a pocket for an insert. Extra inserts and doublers can be added to make the diaper more absorbent for heavy wetters or for nighttime use. Best of all, the rise on this diaper is adjustable with snaps, making it a one-size-fits-most option. The weight range of the bumGenius 3.0's is listed as 7-35lbs. In our experience, they start to fit best around 12lbs, but that is still quite a weight range! - Jenn
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How to make a diaper cake
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Diaper cakes are becoming extremely popular for gifts for the new moms. The only problem is most of them are extremely expensive, with some running as much as $200 or more.
While I like my friends, I can't afford to spend that much on one gift for them. So I searched and found several different tutorials for how to make a diaper cake. Each one is slightly different, and you can mix and match ideas to make the perfect cake for you.
If you are looking for inspiration be sure to check out this diaper cake gallery. There's really not a wrong way to make one, so get creative and make one that you and the recipient will enjoy! You can also use tulle or other material to wrap your cakes in. Look around and see what you have around the house. The most important part, however, is to have fun!
While I like my friends, I can't afford to spend that much on one gift for them. So I searched and found several different tutorials for how to make a diaper cake. Each one is slightly different, and you can mix and match ideas to make the perfect cake for you.
If you are looking for inspiration be sure to check out this diaper cake gallery. There's really not a wrong way to make one, so get creative and make one that you and the recipient will enjoy! You can also use tulle or other material to wrap your cakes in. Look around and see what you have around the house. The most important part, however, is to have fun!
Make your own cloth diapers
Cloth diapers are coming back in a big way. I remember my mom using them on my brother, but those were the days of using safety pins to hold them up. Cloth diapering has changed so much since then, and now they come in so many different styles or patterns it's amazing.
If you want to try making your own cloth diapers, I found a whole list of tutorials for making your own cloth diapers that include patterns for all different kinds, including: flatfolds, fitted, prefolds, pockets, diaper covers, and more. There are over 18 links included, with some of those sites having multiple patterns. You are bound to find a pattern that you like! - Trisha
If you want to try making your own cloth diapers, I found a whole list of tutorials for making your own cloth diapers that include patterns for all different kinds, including: flatfolds, fitted, prefolds, pockets, diaper covers, and more. There are over 18 links included, with some of those sites having multiple patterns. You are bound to find a pattern that you like! - Trisha
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Can cloth diapers work with a rolling baby?
When my son was born in October, we began our journey with cloth diapers. We started out with fitteds and prefolds, and have now branched into the world of one-size pocket diapers with BumGenius 3.0.
I really love using cloth diapers for the environmental, health, and financial benefits. I have also discovered that they do a much better job than disposables at containing larger-than-normal messes.
Even so, I have a beef with cloth diapers.
Cloth diapers are making it difficult for my five-month-old to roll around. At this age, rolling, grabbing toes, and exploring ways to move in general are paramount. However, when in his cloth diapers, my little one has trouble doing those things. Don’t get me wrong, I am still glad I use them, but I am struggling to find ways to sidestep the motor difficulties they cause.
So far, the best idea I have had is to allow the baby some “naked time,” time to really reach his toes and roll around without any constriction. I purchased some absorbent lap pads like these from American Baby to help with any messes that might arise, and they have worked well to help ease the stress of a naked baby. Of course, it would be great if I could come up with other ideas that don’t involve having a baby boy showering me all day.
I do love my cloth diapers, but I would love to find a way to help my baby through this stage. Has anyone else had these difficulties? Do you have any suggestions? - Sara I.
I really love using cloth diapers for the environmental, health, and financial benefits. I have also discovered that they do a much better job than disposables at containing larger-than-normal messes.
Even so, I have a beef with cloth diapers.
Cloth diapers are making it difficult for my five-month-old to roll around. At this age, rolling, grabbing toes, and exploring ways to move in general are paramount. However, when in his cloth diapers, my little one has trouble doing those things. Don’t get me wrong, I am still glad I use them, but I am struggling to find ways to sidestep the motor difficulties they cause.
So far, the best idea I have had is to allow the baby some “naked time,” time to really reach his toes and roll around without any constriction. I purchased some absorbent lap pads like these from American Baby to help with any messes that might arise, and they have worked well to help ease the stress of a naked baby. Of course, it would be great if I could come up with other ideas that don’t involve having a baby boy showering me all day.I do love my cloth diapers, but I would love to find a way to help my baby through this stage. Has anyone else had these difficulties? Do you have any suggestions? - Sara I.
Covering up: Baby boy diaper changes made drier
Everyone who has ever changed a little boy knows that sometimes you get a little wet. I have a little girl, but I remember changing my younger brothers and getting a surprise. I heard of a product a while ago that helps to prevent this wetness called the Peepee Teepee. It's basically a little cone that you put on your boy while you change him.
Browsing around, I found a tutorial for making your own cone covering using some flannel, scissors, and a sewing machine. They would be machine washable and easy to care for.
This would also be a great gift for a new mom. Make up a pack of five or six cones, and I bet the new mom will be grateful to have them more than once!
- Trisha
Browsing around, I found a tutorial for making your own cone covering using some flannel, scissors, and a sewing machine. They would be machine washable and easy to care for.
This would also be a great gift for a new mom. Make up a pack of five or six cones, and I bet the new mom will be grateful to have them more than once!
- Trisha
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