Fluff in the Spotlight! Thirsties *New* Duo Hemp Prefolds!

Some of you may have been around long enough to remember that Thirsties used to manufacture their own cotton prefolds. When they were discontinued the cloth diapering world was heartbroken. Moms scoured the web looking for the last of the last, whatever remained for sale was going to be it.

Since then we've had to pair our beloved Thirsties products with various types of prefolds and fitted diapers from other companies. Inquiring minds asked pretty regularly "When might you all make prefolds again?"

Well the time has finally come and Thirsties has released their New Duo Hemp Prefolds!

These fantastic new prefolds really are unique and innovative.
What are some of the features of the *New* Duo Hemp Prefolds?

• Available in TWO Sizes (Size 1 fits 6-18lbs & Size 2 fits 18-40lbs)
• Patent pending design is easy to clean, quick to dry, and grows with your baby.
• Made from buttery soft hemp jersey custom knit in the USA
• 25% more absorbent and much more durable than cotton
• Maintains a trim and comfortable fit
• Naturally anti-microbial
• Pair with Thirsties Duo Wraps and end up saving $2000 over disposables

What are some of my favorite features? Personally I love the feel of the hemp jersey. They feel soft like a t-shirt and I can tell baby would love the texture. No more crunchy cotton feeling like some of the cotton prefolds get.

I also LOVE the loop design. It's hard to tell from the pictures so I added to the illustration so you could get a better understanding of where the loop is and why it makes laundry so much easier. It's everything you love about prefolds but the loop design allows for much faster drying times.

What else? You could even put your favorite insert or doubler inside the loop before you fold it to make the prefold more absorbent! No liners would be needed because the baby would still only have the hemp jersey against their soft skin.

Want to win a set of Duo Hemp Prefolds? Come back to DiaperDiscussions tomorrow and enter our Giveaway! One lucky mama will win a set of Duo Hemp Prefolds in the size of her choice, compliments of Thirsties!

Fluff in the Spotlight! Thirsties *New* Booty Luster Bottom Cleaner!

Thirsties has done it again! They've managed to come out with yet another fabulous product to add to their already awesome lineup.

Their new Booty Luster bottom cleaner is awesome and the perfect accessory for any cloth diapering mom.

Features:

• A completely non-toxic, non-irritating solution
• 100% biodegradable
• Custom formulated by a chemist especially for use in cleaning your baby's diaper area
• Designed to help loosen waste, thoroughly cleanse, and gently moisturize your baby's skin
• Restores skin's natural barrier against bacteria
• Soothes skin and helps prevent diaper rash
• Dries completely clean; will not leave residue
• Made in the USA
  

Description:

Thirsties Booty Luster is blended by hand in small batches, using flowers, plants, resins, and high quality organic ingredients. Each component of our wipes solution has been carefully selected to not only clean your baby's diaper area, but to soothe and moisturize, as well. And perhaps most importantly, the properties of Thirsties Booty Luster actually help to restore the natural barrier your baby needs to protect him/herself from harmful, rash-inducing bacteria. Use Thirsties Booty Luster at every diaper change to clean thoroughly--yet gently, to moisturize, and to help protect your baby from diaper rash.

Use:
Shake bottle vigorously and admire the swirling luster! Add 2-4 sprays to your baby's soiled diaper area and wipe clean with Thirsties® Fab Wipes.

For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Ingredients:
Aloe Vera, Vitamin E, water-based Extract of Coconut, Honey, Grapeseed Extract, traces of Glycerin, Avocado Oil, Humectant Moisturizers, and other Organic Ingredients.

Thirsties Booty Luster is free of petroleum, alcohols, animal products, parabens, sulfates, DPGs, or any dilutants; nor are any of our products ever tested on animals.

MADE IN THE USA

Want to try some Booty Luster? Enter this week's Pimp Your Stash and you could win (2) bottles!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Hi Mamma Changing Pad Covers

This week's Fluff in the Spotlight isn't fluff at all but a much needed accessory and often necessity for all mamas. Hi Mamma custom made changing pad covers are super cute and practical. They make messy diaper changes and accidents easy to clean up. Simply remove and toss in the washer with your regular laundry. Hi Mamma covers can also be dried in the drier as well.

Made from soft flannel and available in a variety of prints and solids, they fit standard size changing pads which are generally 32"x16"x4". Each cover features elastic all the way around giving it a secure yet adjustable fit.

Hi Mamma changing pad covers can also be custom made in any print or fabric you choose, simply contact me for more details!

Don't forget Hi Mamma covers make perfect baby shower gifts for those new or expecting moms in your life!

Hi Mamma changing pad covers were also recently featured at Healthy Moms where the author of the post had great things to say about how much her little one enjoyed having a bright fun print changing pad cover!
She comments,

He is so happy laying on his cars. Seriously, whenever I change his diaper he has been delighted about it since the car fabric began providing entertainment. He makes car noises and typically smiles at the cars and says, "Hi!"

So drop by Earth Angels Diaper Co. today and check out our new addition, Hi Mamma Custom Changing Pad Covers! Woot!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Happy Heiny's OneSize Diaper

Happy Heiny's OneSize Diapers are this week's Fluff in the Spotlight! Haven't ever tried one? Well you should! These fabulous diapers are luxuriously soft and made to fit baby from birth to potty training, from aprroximately 8-35lbs! They're available in Snaps or Aplix and are even available in a Mini size for preemies!

Happy Heiny's uses only high quality materials in the production of their diapers AND their custom milled fleece is so soft your baby is sure to love it!

Happy Heiny's diapers are also available in over 22 colors and several adorable prints! Their prints are now ALL polyester laminate so you no longer have to worry about your print diapers wicking, now they'll function exactly the same as your solid colored diapers.

Each onesize diaper comes with TWO free microfiber inserts, one small & one large. For newborns you may only the need the small and for toddlers you can use either the large insert or both inserts for added protection such as overnight or on long car rides, etc.

My personal experiene with Happy Heinys has left me very satisfied and I find their diapers to be more generously sized then some of the other OS diapers on the market. So if you're finding that your baby is on the largest setting of your current diaper you may just want to give a HH Onesize a try, I think you'll find that you'll have more room to grow.

Stay tuned this week as we focus on more Happy Heiny's diapers that you might need the scoop on!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Thirsties NEW Duo Diapers

I am super excited about this week's Fluff in the Spotlight!
It's the brand spanking new Duo Diaper by Thirsties! It's not often that a diaper comes along and just knocks your socks off, and boy this fab new diaper did just that! Tomorrow's post will feature my own personal review of the Duo Diaper, this post will focus on it's features and what makes it so special!

The Duo Diaper is available in TWO sizes:
Size One
6-18 lbs (3-8 kg) 0-9 months
Size Two
18-40 lbs (8-18 kg) 9-36+ months

Features:

· A two-piece diapering system combining an absorbent insert and a waterproof sleeve diaper

· An adjustable rise for extended use to suit your growing baby

· Just Two sizes will fit from birth-to-potty

· Thirsties Famous Leg gussets provide superior protection against leaks

· Pliable and breathable in 8 fun colors!

· Sleeve design for easy stuffing & easy cleaning

· Microfiber terry & hemp combo insert for optimal absorption; 7 layers in all!

· Using the Duo Diaper from birth-to-potty and you could save $1400 over disposables!
Similar in feel and fit
as the best selling Duo Wrap, Thirsties® Duo Diapers are completely waterproof yet remain breathable, pliable, and very comfortable for your baby’s delicate skin. The ultra-soft microfleece liner on the inside protects baby’s skin from wetness and also resists staining. Our handy sleeve design features openings on both sides of the diaper between the microfleece and waterproof layer. The duo openings featured in Thirsties® Duo Diaper enable easy insert stuffing from either side of the diaper and also make for easy cleaning. There is no need to remove the soiled inserts when washing -- your hands will remain clean! Simply toss your soiled Thirsties® Duo Diaper in the laundry and the inserts will agitate free from the diaper in the washing machine.

What about the Duo inserts?

Thirsties Duo inserts

are AMAAAAAAZING! One insert consisting of 2 layers of serged microfiber terry snap on top another insert made of 5 layers of serged Hemp Jersey! These inserts combined mean that this diaper is capable of holding the mother load!

AND....Did you know that Thirsties' new hemp jersey is like no other on the market!?! Thirsties found a knitter right here in the USA to custom knit the hemp textile to thier own specifications. You will find this hemp is thicker, softer, and holds-up better than any other on the market.

Fluff in the Spotlight: A Farewell to Thirstie's Pocket All-In-One!

This week's Spotlight is on the recently discontinued Thirsties Pocket AIO. Diapers come and go, and for some their time in the limelight is short. With the upcoming release of Thirsties New Duo Diaper comes the retirement of the Pocket AIO.

It's design is not being retired for any reason other than the "out with the old, in with the new" scenario.

What's this mean? If Thirsties is willing to discontinue their popular Pocket AIO in order to promote their new diaper then this means the New Duo Diaper must be fabulous! Keep your eye's peeled for it's release this fall.

The Good News...The Thirsites Pocket AIO is on CLEARANCE! Regularly $17.00 each, Now on Clearance 3 for $39.00!! This means you save $12.00 off the regular retail price! Inventory is going fast so make sure you grab yours up today at this great price!

Features of the Pocket AIO:

• Leg gussets provide maximum leak protection
• Custom milled microfleece stay dry liner
• Built in microterry absorbent core
  
• Pocket Opening for extra stuffing if needed
• Available in XS, SM, MED, LG
  
• Made in the USA
  

Fluff in the Spotlight: Econobum OneSize Cover & Prefold

So, for years die hard prefold users have been on one side of the fence and BumGenius users on the other. If cloth diapering with prefolds can be so easy then how can we justify spending $16-19.00 on a single diaper? While the BumGenius users thought about how reliable their BG's were and a lot like disposables, super convenient!

Now, thanks to the makers of BumGenius, the prefold users and the BumGenius users can have the best of both worlds! They can have the Econobum!

The Econobum is a super affordable, super easy to use Onesize cloth diapering system. Prefold lovers are sure to love the ingenius design of their onesize prefold and cover and BumGenius lovers get to experience just how convenient and affordable using prefolds and covers can be!

The Econobum works like this:

*The Econobum is available individually or in a kit.

Fluff in the Spotlight: Ecobumz Diapers

It is my pleasure to introduce Ecobumz Diapers as this week's Fluff in Spotlight! Haven't heard of Ecobumz? They're a Canadian based company located in Calgary and they are completely mom-owned!

What types of diapers are Ecobumz? Well Ecobumz produces two styles of AIO's.

Ecobumz Basic Fleece All-In-One Features

• 100% Organic Cotton Soaker Pad for optimum absorbency
• Secure hook and loop closure for easy changes and fastening
• Coated Polyester outer stops leaks and wicking
• Inner stay-dry fleece liner keeps baby dry and rash free
• Extra long waist section helps prevent wing droop
• Available in Size 1 & Size 2

Ecobumz Supreme Organic Velour Stuffable All-In-One Features

• Available in Snaps or Aplix
  
• Coated Polyester outer stops leaks and wicking
• Pocket Opening for customized absorbtion
• Organic Bamboo Velour eliminates eliminates your babies exposure to synthetic fibers and is 60% more absorbent than cotton.
• Organic Cotton soaker sewn in for superior protection. In fact, raw organic cotton retains up to 2 cups of fluid!
• Available in Size 1 & Size 2

Ecobumz are known for their superior absorbency, quality construction and comfort. They are by far some of the most soft and plush diapers on the market today! You're baby's sure to love the feel of their fuzzy soft fleece or lush bamboo velour up against their skin!

Check them out and try one today!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Wahmies Diaper Service Quality Pail Liner

This week Diaper Discussions is proud to put Wahmies DSQ Pail Liners in the Spotlight! Wahmies original design and quality construction make this pail liner a must have for all cloth diapering families!

Wahmies DSQ Pail Liner fits most large diaper pails. It is approximately 29 inches tall and will fit the typical 54qt pail, or a 13 gallon trash can with a 53" circumference. Yes! You can now use a typical kitchen trash can for your dry pail.

Attached in the seam is a patch of fabric on which you can put a few drops of tea tree oil, or other fragrance or essential oil to keep the diaper pail odors at bay. On wash day, remove the liner from the pail, dump the diapers in the washer (with this liner, there's no risk of touching dirty diapers) then toss the liner in the washer right along with the diapers!

Featuring a custom elastic closure that hides from view when liner is in your pail but can be used to close your liner when transporting diapers, or for use to keep little hands out of dirty diapers when not using a pail.

Additional features:

• Top elastic stretches to fit a wide variety of pails
• Custom elastic for child safe closure when needed. No dangerous elastic bungee cords to entangle children.
• Only 2 tight, durable, heat bonded, and water resistant seams keep moisture inside.
• Durable Waterproof Polyurethane Laminated Polyester (PUL)
• Made in the USA
• Wahmies Products have always been PVC, Pthalate, and Lead Free.
• MSRP $17.95each
• Available in a variety of prints and solid colors to match your nursery!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Tweedle Bugs OneSize Diapers

Bzz Bzz! This week we're featuring Tweedle Bugs One-Size Pocket Diapers! Tweedle Bugs are one of the most affordable one-size cloth diapers on the market. Each diaper is only $12.95 and comes with one insert and one doubler!

Like most one-size diapers, Tweedle Bugs fit babies and toddlers from approximately 7-35lbs.

They also feature:

• Insert opening in front & rear of diaper (Minky Moo only has back opening)
• Exterior is waterproof PUL
• Interior is soft microfleece (Minky Moo interior is suedecloth)
• Double row of adjustable snaps
• Newborn, Crawler & Toddler settings
• Available in one minky print Minky Moo

Try one today and see just how affordable cloth diapering can be!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Rocky Mountain One Size Diaper

This week's Spotlight is on Rocky Mountain Diapers! Rocky Mountain OneSize Diapers were one of the original manufacturers to begin using the Internal Rise Adjustment System.

How does an Internal Rise Adjustment work? If you notice, RMD's dont have the rise adjustment snaps on the exterior of the diaper like most other onesize. Instead of snapping down the rise in the front, utilizing multiple rows of snap settings, RMD diapers adjust internally, within the leg casings. With one adjustment you can customize the fit of the leg elastic to suit your babies needs.

What else is so cool? Once you've set the RMD to the size you need, there's no need to have to mess the with adjustment until your babe's grown to the next size. Since the setting is hidden, it stays securely fastened through washing and drying and makes less work for you when folding and preparing your diapers for use.

But what is an Internal Rise Adjustment? The Internal Adjustment is used in many popular childrens clothing brands these days, as a way to customize the fit of the waist. You simply pull the elastic, adjusting the fit to what you need, and then snap or button in place.

Features:

• Fits most babies from birth to potty training
• Internal Rise Adjustment
• Suedcloth Interior keeps baby dry longer
• Trim Fitting
• No aplix makes laundering easier
• Generous leg casings prevent leaks
• Available in cute color combos and prints!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Thirsties Pail Liner & Diaper Duffel

Introducing the Thirsties Diaper Pail Liner & Diaper Duffel Wetbag! Finally an affordable solution for storing and carrying soiled cloth diapers.

When Thirsties fist announced their release of the Pail Liner & WetBag I have to admit I was hoping for a cute patterns and/or brightly colored PUL, after all that's what Thirsties is known for. So when I saw a white pail liner and white diaper duffel, I was thinking...that's kind of boring.

But after I had a chance to think about it I came to my senses and realized...They're brilliant! Not everyone needs or wants designer prints for the bags they use to carry poopy diapers around in. In fact, I bet there are many of you who don't even own a wetbag, considering them a luxury not a necessity. The awesome and amazing thing about the Thirsties Diaper Duffel & pail Liner is that they're simple, practical, and AFFORDABLE for everyone!

Thirsties Diaper Duffel

• Empty (4"x4"x1/2") Full (7.5"x12"x6")
• Made from coated Nylon
• Drawstring closure
• Machine Washable
• $5.25 each or 2 for $8.50

Thirsties Pail Liner

• Measures (28"x28"x9")
• Made from coated Nylon
• Drawstring closure
• Machine Washable
• Fits standard 52quart garbage pail
• $12.25each or 2 for $22.50

Want a chance to win a Diaper Duffel & WetBag? Enter this week's Pimp Your Stash and you could have one of each delivered to your door, for free!

Fluff in the Spotlight: DryBees Hybrid AIO

This week's spotlight is on DryBees Hybrid AIO. DryBees were my very first new diaper purchases when I began cloth diapering. They are a true workhorse diaper, built to last through many many washings, and the PUL even for their print diapers, is truly superior in terms of length of wear before wicking and durability. For many months my sons wore their DryBees prints almost every day and often they were the only diapers I relied upon for overnight protection.

At the time, we used DryBees Pockets, soon after DryBees released their new Hybrid Pocket AIO. It's got the same great design and fit as the DryBees Pockets, including the generous pocket opening. What makes it a Hybrid is it's a pocket diaper with a built in 3-layer microfiber soaker. These diapers are as easy to use as disposables only they're much more comfortable and economical.

For heavy wetters or extended wear, simply use the pocket opening to stuff in your additional preferred choice of soaker, insert or prefold for added absorption.

All Drybees diapers, including their prints, are made from 100% polyester (PUL), and are available in Small, Medium & Large.
Don't forget to enter this week's Pimp Your Stash GiveAway for your chance to win one!

Fluff in the Spotlight: EmmaLu Waterproof Carseat Covers

What is one of the most time consuming, frustrating, inconvenient AND disgusting jobs a mother has to deal with? Cleaning the carseats! No matter how seemingly harmless a carseat may look on the outside, we all know what lurks beneath the cover. Cheerios, raisins, mystery goo, and pretty much some of the grossest grime you can imagine, and on top of that you have to take off all the straps and buckles, take it apart, wash, air dry and then put it all back together.

This is exactly what Jen and Rebecca, inventors of the EmmaLu Carseat Covers had in mind when coming up with the awesome design for their innovative designer carseat covers. They know moms are pressed for time and don't have time to go disassembling the carseat every time there's a spill or leaky diaper.
The EmmaLu carseat covers come in either infant or toddler size and fit a wide array of popular carseat brands. Here are a few of the amazing features:

• Machine Wash & Dry
• Fit over top of the manufacturers cover
• Velcro closures
• No need to even remove the seat from the car when installing the cover or removing the cover
• Fits most 5-point harness carseats
• Available in Designer Prints
• Made in the USA
• Perfect accessory for cloth diapered babies & toddlers

Fluff in the Spotlight: Charlie's Soap

Washing cloth diapers can be one of the most confusing and frustrating things you'll ever try to do. Just when you think you've got your routine down, here comes a stink issue, mysterious stains, rash on baby, etc. You rack your brain trying to figure out what to do. Sometimes the most obvious solution is right before you and you may not even notice.

Chances are you need to switch detergents. Many mamas think they need to have a special detergent just for their diapers that they use sparingly and alternate with another detergent for their regular laundry. What you don't know is that you don't need to do that. What you need is a detergent that's safe for both your laundry and your diapers. This is where Charlie's Soap comes in.

Charlie's Soap contains none of the commonly found additives that are found in most laundry detergents. Those additives are designed to bind to fabrics, Charlie's is residue free. What else might you need to know about Charlie's...

• Charlie's is completely water soluble and safe for HE machines
• Safe for cloth diapers, laundry and a multitude of other cleaning purposes
  
• Safe for all color-fast washables
• Eliminates the need for fabric softeners
• 1 teaspoon full is all you need per load, this means 1 bag = approx 80 loads
• Available in either Laundry Liquid or Laundry Powder
• Made in the USA
• Money Back Guarantee
  

The list of reasons to use Charlie's really is endless. Be sure to check out our current Pimp Your Stash GiveAway and you could win a bag of Charlie's Laundry Powder & All Purpose Cleaner. Also, check back in each day this week for more great info on handling cloth diaper laundry.

Fluff in the Spotlight: Thirsties Cloth Diapers

If you're reading this then we have something in common, we love cloth diapers, in fact we can't get enough of them! They're cute, fluffy, eco-friendly alternatives to disposable diapers and once you switch you just know you're doing the right thing. But one other reason is making cloth diapering a phenomenon... almost all cloth diapering businesses were started by moms like us and nothing makes us happier than knowing our passion for cloth diapers is also helping support mom-run businesses.

Thirsties is no exception! Owner Erin Kimmett started the Thirsties brand back in 2004 with her sewing machine, a dream, and a lot of optimism. Beginning with less than $100 in startup funds she has since grown her business to be one of the largest and most popular lines of cloth diapers on the market. Located in Historic Canyon City, Colorado, Thirsties 4000+ square foot warehouse is a renovated 1920's feed store.

Thirsties mission is to make it easy and attainable for every family to choose cloth while simultaneously investing in our local economy and sustainable business practices.

What else makes Thirsties so special?

• All Thirsties products and components are proudly made in the USA.
• All Thirsties products are made by fellow moms like you and I, and many enjoy working for Erin from the comfort of their own homes.
• Thirsties Diaper Covers, Duo Wraps & Pocket AIO's specialize in delivering a leak-proof cloth diapering system.
• Thirsties is committed to providing diapers and accessories that everyday families can afford and rely on.
• Even though Thirsties is one of the largest manufacturers of cloth diapers in the world, they have maintained a solid reputation for quality cloth diapers that families everywhere have come to depend on.
  

To top it all off, Thirsties hospitality, customer service and business practices are just as fabulous as their diapers. So if you ever find yourselves in Canyon City, Colorado, Erin invites you to stop by and take a tour of the facility!

Stay tuned, Thursday's post is a Behind the Scenes Interview with Sonya the Customer Service and Warehouse Manager at Thirsties!

And don't forget to enter this week's PimpYour Stash GiveAway! Thirsites has generously donated a Fab Fitted & Duo Wrap to this weeks lucky winner! Ends 9-11-09

Fluff in the Spotlight #3- KnickerNappies Lopy Do & Super Do Inserts

Just in case you didn't know, all inserts are not created equally. This week's Spotlight is on the Loopy Do and Super Do inserts. KnickerNappie's has cornered the market with their outstanding inserts. They are made with convenience and dependability in mind.

The Loopy Do is the #1 Rated Insert on DiaperPin and is the Cadillac of all inserts. Two layers of hemp topped with two layers microfiber give it a super trim design while still being super adsorbent. Literally, the best of both worlds. Because the Loopy Do is sewn in a loop it allows it to dry faster, meaning it won't require any extra drying time when dried with your diapers. They are available in Small, Medium and Large and should fit in most brands of pocket diapers.

What could be better than a Loopy Do? Meet the Super Do, Loopy's BIG BROTHER! The Super Do was desinged for overnight diapering and for heavy wetters, babes who's diapers usually need extra stuffing for added absorbtion. The Super Do boasts 6 layers of super thirsty hemp topped with two layers of the best microfiber. The photo below shows the Super Do next to two basic microfiber inserts. The Super Do is way more absorbent and half as thick.
If you're looking for an alternative to having to stuff your babies diapers full of inserts just so they won't leak then look no further. You MUST try the Super Do for overnight and the Loopy Do for every day diapering. You won't regret it.

And don't forget to check out this weeks Pimp Your Stash GiveAway where 3 winners will win 1 Loopy Do & 1 Super Do insert in the sizes of their choice!

Fluff in the Spotlight: Wet Happened? Designer WetBag & Diaper Clutch

You might ask, "What's the point in a fancy wetbag for dirty diapers?" Many mom's wonder, "can't I just use a plastic bag?" Well the truth is, you can but should you?! Wetbags are very versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes besides just dirty diapers. Some of their many uses include

• Soiled Clothing or Bibs
• Soiled Reusable Nursing Pads
• Dirty Diapers
• Potty Training
• Wet Swimsuits, Gym Clothes
• Toiletries & Cosmetics
• Camping/Hiking
  & much more!

This product is not just some fancy, unnecessary accessory that you NEED because of the designer prints it's available in.

Imagine this scenario, you send your cloth diapers to daycare with your child and you provide a plastic WalMart bag for them to place your soiled diapers into so that you can bring them home at the end of the day. Another employee, unfamiliar with your cloth diapering routine sees a bag with dirty diapers inside and throws them away thinking they are garbage. I have read horror stories on Message Boards from moms who are devastated that they or someone else accidentally tossed their valuable diapers into the garbage never to be seen again. Don't let it happen to you!

Check out Wet Happened? WetBags and Cloth Diaper Clutches and see what the Buzz is all about! Treat yourself to one and experience all the possibilites for use besides just cloth diapering. This accessorie is sure to last you through the years.

Available in a variety of prints and sizes to suit your needs.

Fluff in the Spotlight: Side-Snapping Diapers

I thought that an introduction to side-snapping diapers, the benefits, styles, brands, etc. would be a great idea and would complement the KnickerNappies OS Diaper Giveaway nicely.

If you're anything like me, when you're first shopping for cloth diapers you are looking at diapers that look and work the most like disposables, that is with the velcro fastening system in the front. Some of my verys first diapers were DryBee's pockets, they served me well and it was quite some time before I actually bought and tried my first side-snapping diapers.

At first glance side-snapping diapers might look tricky to use or hard to fasten on a squirming baby, I assure you they are not. In fact there are a lot of benefits to side-snapping diapers that you might not know about.

• They are HIGHLY adjustable, top and bottom snaps, usually with a minimum of 4 settings give these diapers as close to a perfect fit as you can imagine.
  
• While most children have aplix and front snapping diapers all figured out sooner than later, side-snaps seem to confuse babies and toddlers, making it harder for them to undo and take off completely at the most inopportune times. (We've all been there, baby takes poopy diaper off hands it to you and it's too late, you have a huge mess to clean up!)
  
• A solid layer of PUL across the tummy is perfect for tummy sleeping babies. Some diapers have a tendency to wick through the stitching around the aplix, with side-snapping diapers there is no such problem.

Did you know that there are even side-snapping one-size diapers now? KnickerNappies just released their New OS KnickerNappies Pocket Diaper! This fabulous diaper gives you all the benefits of side-snapping diapers as well as the face that it is capable of fitting from birth to potty training, 8-40lbs! It is available with two sizes microfiber inserts or with two LoopyDo inserts, the #1 Rated Insert on DiaperPin!

Do you love side-snapping diapers? Green Acre Designs, KnickerNappies, something else? Show your love by posting your comments and questions below.