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Types of Diapers
All-in-one
All-in-two
All-in-two diapers are similar to the all-in-ones, but have a removable insert that makes them easier to clean and dry. This also makes them slightly more difficult! GroVia is a popular brand.
Pocket
Pocket diapers are a favorite throughout the cloth diapering community. With removable inserts, they are easy to clean and dry. The inserts are stuffed in the pocket, keeping them in place. Pockets are also a favorite of daddies and daycares, after mommy pre-stuffs them! Fuzzibunz is a leading brand of pockets.
Flats and Prefolds
Flats and prefolds are similar. They both require something to keep the diaper on the baby and are not waterproof by themselves, so they also require a cover. Flats are big sheets of fabric that need to be folded many times before putting them on the baby. Prefolds are, well, prefolded! They are made of multiple layers of fabric and require one fold- the fold you use to put it on your baby. Prefolds come in a variety of sizes. They are the most durable diapers that can be used for multiple generations. These are the more tradition diapers that your grandparents would have used, but forget the pins! We have snappis now! A snappi is stretchy, "T" shaped, and has small teeth on each end to hook to the diaper. Cloth-eez offers a great prefold diaper, while Birdseye sells flats.
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Fitted
Like the prefold and flat diapers, fitted diapers require a cover. A fitted diaper is already in the diaper shape and doesn't require a special fold. While some use velcro or snaps, others require a snappi to hold the diaper together. Fitted diapers are a hit for do-it-yourselfers. With an old T-shirt, a little elastic, and basic sewing machine knowledge, you can make your own fitted in no time! If sewing is not your thing, Cloth-Eez makes a fitted diaper.
Types of Covers
PUL Covers
PUL, which stands for polyurethane laminate, is a water proof fabric used to make diaper covers. All-in-one, All-in-two, and pocket diapers already have PUL inside the diaper. These diapers are already water proof and do not require a cover. Fitted, prefold, and flat diapers are not water proof alone and do require a cover. PUL covers come in a variety of colors and patterns. Popular brands include Bummis, Thirsties, and Blueberry.
Wool
Wool is a funny thing. People either love them or hate them. Wool covers must be washed with Lanolin, a natural water proofing ingredient found on sheep hair. Wool absorbs, so when your diaper is full it still will not leak. Unlike PUL covers, wool only needs to be washed every few weeks. The washing directions can be scary for first time cloth diaper users, but wool-lovers say that the breathability that wool offers is worth it! Wool pants, wool skirties, and wool shorties are also available. Kisas makes a wool cover, but many buy from work-at-home-mom's that knit or crochet their own covers!
Fleece
Fleece wicks away moisture. It is obvious why fleece has become so popular over the last few years. They are light weight, breathable, and easy to maintain. Natural parents beware, fleece is a synthetic material. Happy Heinys sells a fleece diaper cover, but this is another diaper that can easily be made at your home!
Other Things to Consider
Snaps VS Velcro
It is really all just a preference. Velcro, which is actually a brand name of loop and hook closures, is easy while snaps provide a challenge for toddlers learning to take off their diaper.
One Size VS Sized
Again, just another preference. One size can be bulkier, but works well for families with multiple children in diaper or those on a budget. Sized diapers are usually trimmer and provide a better fit, but be prepared for your baby to grow out of them!
What's next? Accessories of course!
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