(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best baby diapering products

Diapers and wipes are always good -- newborn or preemie size probably. That said, some diapers just don't fit great on some kids, and some kids will have more sensitivity to certain wipes, so it's hard to say exactly which type/brand to get. "Water wipes" (https://www.amazon.com/WaterWipes-Sensitive-Wipes-Count-Packs/dp/B008KJEYLO) are a really good sensitive wipe. I wouldn't necessarily send her too many/any bigger diapers yet. They'll just take up room and might be a brand that doesn't work great. A box or two of the next size up is enough for now.

A good diaper cream will probably also be needed. I'd recommend something somewhat "natural" like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P16ZXK/, again to help reduce sensitivity hopefully. I would avoid petroleum jelly based ones.

Some type of burp cloths. However diaper cloths (I can't remember if that's what they are called) work great. I can't speak for this brand but something like this.. https://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Birdseye-3-Ply-Prefold-Diapers/dp/B007VBYVWE. They are usually like a light linen/muslin, and usually fairly large square, and plain. They're easy to clean and big enough to fold over if part gets dirty, etc, and multi-use.


I would also avoid too many clothes. Some onesies with zippers is probably all that's really needed. Maybe also a nice soft hat as well, and some muslin swaddle wraps. Additionally, a warm, soft blanket or something to cover them when they go out. They're not supposed to wear anything bulky between the child and the carseat harness (ofc, they'll need a carseat if they don't already have one -- most hospitals won't release babies without one though, especially from the nicu).

Pacifiers are good too. Kids will probably find a certain kind they prefer, but I think this is basically what hospitals almost always use https://www.amazon.com/Philips-SCF190-01-Soothie-0-3mth/dp/B0045I6IAO.



They may also be recommended a vitamin like poly-vi-sol, or possibly other things, but this is hard to buy without being able to talk to her to find out exactly what is prescribed.

Similarly, bottles, nipples, and/or breastfeeding equipment, but this is hard to buy without knowing what she and the kid prefer. However, hand sanitizer for after diaper changes, and a nice bottle brush (https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Browns-Bottle-Brush-Blue/dp/B000N0SNHY/ or https://www.amazon.com/Sponge-Bottle-Brush-Pack-Blue/dp/B07DQQFP63/) are great to have.

Some type of food/meal delivery would be awesome. Possibly even a local housecleaning or laundry service too, depending on how independent she is.

And ultimately, money can help, as well as your phone number or contact info and an openness for contact and support.

There might be more that I can't think of. At this stage it's probably as important to get things to help her directly as for the baby. She may also have some medical needs depending on how the delivery went, and all that. Feel free to pm me too with any more questions etc.

Google this and read all the articles you can to find what works for you. It's very manageable, a little like a circus but keep a good attitude and you will fly fine, lots of good comments here already!

Our items: Carry-on with laptop, diaper-bag backpack, and a Coleman soft cooler to keep milk frozen + other food, **stroller (Summer-infant 3D-flip, awesome stroller!), and Ergobaby baby carrier!

Security: Read the websites and pack according to the rules, have one of you (mom) can carry all the baby stuff. Be very nice to them, they are doing their jobs, and will help you through, the stroller may be x-rayed. One of you will walk through with the baby, make sure you don't ding if you can avoid it to make life easier.

Flight: Boarding: Pre-board! Wear the baby aboard in an Ergobaby or other carrier. This gives you ability to bring a carry-on, get your boarding passes/id, carry stroller, etc. Gate-check the stroller using a bag: https://www.amazon.com/Childress-Travel-Standard-Double-Strollers/dp/B003554H9M

Flight: Entertain, feed, snuggle, sleep, bounce, etc. Even learning the parts of the plane can be entertainment like opening the tray, armrests, etc. Obviously attempt to restrain jr from kicking! We didn't have to walk the baby up and down the aisle, but some parents do that, do whatever works.

Flight/Changing: I change the baby on the plane, and have those blue plastic diaper bags and fill one with wipes and put that and a diaper in my pocket, and take an extra to throw out the smelly diaper. No need to bring a full diaper bag. The baby may slide around during turbulence, and laugh, be prepared. :)

Layover: There are often kids play stations around, if not there's lots for a 7mo to be entertained with in the real world. Stroller is great for naps.

Time changes: Switch to the new time right away and hold as best as possible, there will be a transition period so just go with it.

We've done a good bit, always been fine.

1. I never used AIOs, but my MIL just changed my son with one of our pockets for the first time (she's always gone with either prefold/cover or disposable) and was simply amazed at how it was exactly like a disposable.
   
2. We use disposables at night because I ain't got time for that sh. We also use disposables when we are out and about, and really my husband is way more likely to reach for a disposable than a prefold when he does a change. I absolutely don't have an issue with a combo of the two, you just have to have two pails and some extra storage. If your daycare doesn't accept cloth diapers though... you might not find it worth it to just use them on the weekends and/or evenings. But maybe you will. (I wouldn't)
   
3. I probably have 12 covers (and a boat load of prefolds) and 7 pocket diapers. Daycare has to change the cover with the prefold as policy and it's still plenty for us. I have sent 4 diapers to daycare every day since 12 months and I do laundry every 3-4 days (we keep a backup stash of disposables there). But as I said, we use sposies at night. Prefolds are great rags for lots of things, so you could always buy a pack of prefolds and a cover or two to have on hand.
   
4. It's been pretty easy for us to cloth diaper. My hubs was totally on board because of the cost and his sister used cloth with hers so it wasn't completely new to him. I'd say my least favorite bit is rinsing poopy diapers (which hubs "doesn't know how to do"), but my son is an erratic pooper, so it doesn't make sense to use a liner for every single change - at that point I feel like you might as well be using a disposable. But I spent probably less than $200 on my whole stash (lots of stuff on half price day at consignment sales) and they are all in good enough condition to use for Child #2. My last advice - and the most recent thing I purchased - keep more wet bangs on hand than you think you need. I used to have 4 and I felt like I could never find one. I hate the SkipHop bag I bought at BRU, and have been loving this cheapo set I got from Amazon. Useful for so much more than just cloth diapers! Highly recommend for poopy/spitup-y clothes, bathing suits, etc.

Hi! So I was in the same pickle as you, really wanted to do cloth but with the washer/dryer situation I was worried it would end up costing us even more. So I investigating the most effective way to hand wash. I use a mobile hand washer with prefold diapers. The AIOs will not work with my method for several reasons but I don't like AIOs anyways, namely because you have to wash both parts every single time you use them. Prefolds + cover, you can reuse the covers a few times before washing. Plus, prefolds are much cheaper, softer, and I think the sizing lasts longer. You can also fold them many different ways to find the best (read: cleanest) fit because every baby is different!

I have 27 prefolds and 7 covers, I believe. This is just enough so that I don't completely run out of diapers by the time the clean ones finish drying on the rack, if I'm leaving the washing til the last minute (usually like every 1.5 - 2 days, but it's better to wash them every day). It takes 10 minutes of plunging in a 5-gallon bucket and maybe another 5-10 minutes of wringing out with cold water. I find it to be kind of meditative and if you get into the plunging it is a good work out, too.

After I bought the plunger I realized I'd need a better detergent solution, too, because I need roughly a cap's worth of detergent each time I do this, which is at least 5 times/week, plus our regular laundry. This is another reason AIOs won't work. The laundry soap I made contains Borax, which will mess with the elasticity of the diapers (the prefold covers, too, but that's okay because I usually just wash those with a bar of laundry soap, Felsnaptha, soak in cold, and throw them in the dryer during our weekly/ twice weekly wash of clothes). Very very cheap to make, 20 cents/gallon.

Oh yeah, and I just throw the prefold diapers in the washer & dryer with the rest of the laundry whenever we do that, whether or not they're dirty (actually, if they're dirty, I still give them a quick wash/rinse anyway, I don't want them yucking up our clothes). They take up almost no room and it keeps them softer.

Washer
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SQ7I5S/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Diapers:
4 packs of these -
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003AJXY1U/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i07?ie=UTF8&psc=1
1 of these (super deluxe, was a gift, sooooo soft) -
http://www.amazon.com/BabyKicks-Pack-Prefold-Diaper-Small/dp/B001NAAQPU/ref=sr_1_1?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1376071041&sr=1-1&keywords=baby+kicks+diapers
7 of these -
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003AJXY1U/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i07?ie=UTF8&psc=1
1 pack snappis
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004YWKWJO/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Detergent recipe - http://theurbanfarmingguys.com/diy-laundry-soap-20-cents-a-gallon
Products -
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R4LONQ/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029XNTEU/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0063KXEIG/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Some people soak them in a "wet" pail, but most cloth diaper users I've heard from don't do that. I'd actually recommend getting a diaper pail for home and some wet bags for your diaper bag. The diaper pail really helps cut down on the stink, and the wet bags for out of the house give me peace of mind that any dirty diapers won't end up leaking and getting all over my diaper bag. The Dekor diaper pail is great because you can get cloth liners for it and just throw the liner and all the diapers in the wash--just turn the liner inside out and dump the contents into your washer and you don't have to touch the dirty diapers! I've used mine for 3+ years and love it! I started out with just some wet bags, but after 2 days of putting dirty diapers in them they got a little moist on the outside and started to stink, so I switched to the diaper pail.

For wetbags, I love Thirsties' wet bags because they've got good capacity for a half-day to a whole day out of the house (or if you have two kids in cloth, they're great for just going and running errands, lol).

Also, I'd invest in a good diaper sprayer like Bumkins'. That way you can spray off the poop into the toilet and nix the soaking in a wet pail.

If you want more info about cloth diapers in general, check out my website: www.learntoclothdiaper.com Hope it helps!

Honestly, they've been amazing for me. There are lots of different brands out there, I have some of these which are super absorbent (they feel a little 'bulky' at first, but honestly, you get used to it very fast). Another benefit is that they don't move around much at all, and if they do shift in your underwear you can definitely 'tell'.

I also have these for 'lighter' days (which honestly still aren't that light for me). Plus I've had both sets for nearly two years now, and they're still perfectly fine, so I've saved money too!

So I had planned to finish this setup and post pictures during my two weeks off before my due date.. but then I went into labor on my second day off and here we are 8 weeks later!

We live in a 2BR/2BA apartment, but the other bedroom is for guests (in laws are here ATM) and my work from home office, and we definitely wanted to cosleep. The bedrooms are irritating small - 10x10 feet, but we managed to squeeze the essentials in.

I know a few people have commented about wishing they had space for a dedicated nursery, so I hope this gives you some ideas to show how it can work in a tight space!

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The Ikea Hemnes dresser holds our clothes with the exception of one of the small drawers which has LO's current clothes that fit. All the other sizes are in a storage box in the closet.

On the dresser top we have:

• Taylor Salter 914-WHLKR Baby Toddler Scale : only accurate to the 0.5oz, but worth the $45 to me in the early weeks to check his weight once a week. I'll use it for eBay packages afterwards (the top part can come off)
  
• hiccapop wipe warmer: LO cries hysterically during diaper changes, but half as much since we got this wipe warmer. Spoiled little guy! It's not perfect though. The Costco Kirkland wipes don't fit until you use up 15 wipes or so even after you take off the green dispenser part, and sometimes the wipes don't always dispense and you have to open the top to get them going again. We don't use the nightlight function
  
• Keekeroo peanut changer ("Vanilla", but seriously just tan really): I got this for $90 instead of $130 from a sale I stumbled upon (I posted about it here when I got it). Easy to wipe up.
  
  Behind the door, I got an organizer from the Container Store: I store our Muslin swaddling blankets and burp rags in the top four compartments, and the hamper for just LO's laundry. Has an odour out of the box, but it's fading.
  
  We have the ubbi diaper pail in grey. We originally thought we could go without a dedicated diaper pail, because our kitchen garbage is literally three feet on the other side of the door in the kitchen, but after a few days we realized it was much easier to have the diaper receptacle closer to the changing area (esp with LO screaming bloody murder during his changes). We went with Ubbi because you can use regular garbage bags and its steel instead of plastic (so will not retain odours). It's not completely airtight, but it hasn't been a problem with breastfed baby poops (they don't smell bad even when we forget to close the latch).
  
  Over by our queen bed, we have the Halo Bassinest and Dockatot. Yes, we put the Dockatot in the Halo (I added a picture that shows how closely it fits, since I was curious about it before I bought them), but lately, we've been bedsharing directly with the dockatot between me and DH in the bed. We don't have the Halo set up to swing over the bed though (you can't see LO from that height if you use the dockatot inside), we just have it set up to move closer and farther from the bed.
  
  In front of my Ikea Hemnes nightstand, is a plastic tote bin and a basket with my Medela PISA breast pump and stuff. That area of the floor was not really accessible because of how we arranged the Halo, so it seemed like a good place to stash my pump. I pull up the basket onto the bed when I want to pump (just 1-2 times a week after a morning feed, if I feel like it).
  
  The nightlight is from Mr Maria Designs (collaboration with LINE) - the small size. I was torn between this and the Miffy lamp. Definitely a splurge purchase, but it brings me joy (holla Konmari!) and I didn't care for any of the lamps on Amazon or the one from Ikea. I ordered it from Albee Baby and the 20% off code worked on it. The dimmer is stepless, and I keep it on the dimmest setting overnight so I can see baby for nursing in bed and changing diapers over at the Keekeroo.

My first recommendation is to check to see if she has a baby registry. New parents need/want LOTS of stuff, and while all gifts are appreciated, having someone help cover the essentials always made us really happy! Some of my favorite gifts were for things we needed like extra bottles, bassinet sheets, and giftcards to Amazon.

Now, to your question - here are some top items we've used with our new baby:

• If she's breastfeeding then nipple balm, nursing pads (I like the Lansinoh disposable ones), cooling pads for your bra for when you're engorged, a Haaka breastmilk pump/saver, and nursing tank tops.
  
• An activity mat
  
• High contrast books and toys to look at
  
• Extra changing pad liners
  
• Dreft stain remover (GREAT for poop stains!)
  
• Burp cloths (you can literally never have too many. We love these from aden + anais.)
  
  
  With the exception of the activity mat, you can really never have too many of the above items!

Do what your heart tells you to. If you can, move back home where family will help you raise your child. If they can give you a place to live, all the better. Having a baby might not be as expensive as you think. Sit down and start thinking about budgeting and how you can do things as cheaply as possible. Fo example, cloth diapers save moms thousands of dollars. Breast feeding is free (and saves tons of money on health bills, since babies get sick less). If you are living with family they can provide free childcare while you work. What kind of job do you have? Can you live with family at least while you obtain job training/education to raise your income? My mom had a baby at 19 and somehow managed to do it single and with no help from family. She was on welfare and had a pell grant to her get associates, then she was able to stand on her own two feet. You will be fine!!

We graduated from MF at about the same time. Our favorites are charcoal bamboo like these. They're fluffy (read: a little bulky), but stay soft and are super absorbent.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MJ8K092/ref=mp_s_a_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1500302435&sr=8-5&keywords=charcoal+bamboo+inserts&dpPl=1&dpID=61HWPGB-kUL&ref=plSrch

We also like bamboo, slightly less absorbent but less bulky. Very soft too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OXTNBIW/ref=mp_s_a_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1500302555&sr=8-4&keywords=bamboo+inserts&dpPl=1&dpID=41NkXg-z%2BcL&ref=plSrch

We double them for a nap diaper, and had to resort to disposables for overnight at some point. Good luck!!

We use sun baby pockets, but I'm sure they're pretty similar. We use charcoal bamboo inserts that are amazing. Little dude was leaking through the white ones (I don't know what they were.. I bought the diapers/inserts secondhand) constantly and these new ones work like a charm: Naturally Natures Cloth Diaper Inserts 5 Layer - insert - Charcoal Bamboo Reusable Liners with Gussets (Pack of 12) (Grey) liner https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MJ8K092/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_f-49ybYNVEW18

Is it necessary to specifically get a diaper bag? Probably not, but I wanted a cute bag. I asked my husband for this one for Christmas, and it looks like it will be really useful. My husband is going to get his own, probably a backpack or messenger bag. He's actually pretty excited about picking one out.

Honestly, if you really want one, I'd tell him so and put it on the registry. He can pick out his own.

Definitely backpack. You're going to need your hands and who wants sore shoulders or things falling down easily? Backpacks distribute the weight and keep it on your back :D


Insulated parts of a bag are a good plus because you could make bottles before you leave and keep them cold as you travel... or take breastmilk in bottles and keep it cold.


If baby will be going to daycare they might require pre-made bottles. If you have a commute, the insulated bags make sure the bottles stay cold on your way to and from daycare :)

I love this one from Amazon- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZ8MYT3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

**Edited to add: having a unisex bag is also a plus so dad doesn't mind carrying it too :) That's another reason I like the dark gray backpack ^^

You can use cloth wipes so you only need to purchase the wipes once. You can throw them in with any load. Here's my favorites: Bumkins Reusable Flannel Wipes, 12 Count, Natural. They are a great size, very thick and you only need one to clean up a very messy diaper.
http://amzn.com/B006J2U4T0

I don't recommend using the baby wash mixture either. All products like shampoo, conditioner, etc. have a specific mixture of preservatives that keeps bacterial growth down. Adding water to the product can put this out of balance and cause bacterial growth. We used 2 c water, 1 TB grapeseed oil, 2 drops melaleuca oil, and 2 drops lavender. Perfect for sensitive little bottoms.

So I was looking through your wishlist and I see a lot of things you really don't need. I took it upon myself to prune your list and save you some money.

$200 for a mattress? Get this highly attractive and equally awesome queen size pull out sofa for just $60.

A tie rack? Real men make their own.

Mini fridge. Bam, $12.

Odor Eliminator Gel? Use vinegar.

Cleaner/Degreaser? Vinegar.

Make your own laundry detergent.

Cloth wipes will save you so much money, and they feel soo nice on the butt. Just ask my son!

Reed Diffusers? Pffft, just pick up some cedar shavings and shove them into corners. You'll be smelling like a real man in no time.

I guess your friends need somewhere to sit. Carry on. But you can make your own bean bag by sewing up a sheet and collecting all the packing materials you get from RAoA boxes.

This is going to sound weird, but I really wish I took a before picture of my vagina.

I just checked my Amazon orders the week following my son's arrival and I bought:

3 packs of these waterproof pads, love these http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B009UPUJIY

A soft sleep nursing bra

Soothies (nipple gel pads) - amazing

FTM here, three weeks into this cloth diapering adventure! I bought the osocozy prefolds factory seconds on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00212KQRM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title) in the blue infant size. I was a little worried about what the "factory seconds" would entail, but I found them to be great- there might be some loose strings or be missing a tag or something, but otherwise totally functional, and just over $1 each if you have prime. I have 24 of these and another 12 clotheez size small that I was gifted. I wash every other day, and find this to be about the right number, 24 wouldn't quite make it 2 days for us.

I have six sweet pea newborn covers, two thirstiest x-small covers, and a thirsties duo wrap. I prefer the thirsties x-small, and I find the Velcro on them makes getting the sizing right easier than the snaps on my other ones. My daughter was over 9lb at birth, and she's almost grown out of the sweet peas already. Duo wrap works, but is a bit big yet. I've been just pad folding all of the diapers, because they seem too bulky on the legs if I angel fold. After reading some of the comments here, I might try jelly roll folding.

I've found my 9 covers to be plenty with every other day washing, im surprised some people were recommending more!

The Skip Hop Versa. I am in LOVE with this bag. I knew I wanted it from the minute I saw it. It looks like a giant purse, and has pretty great reviews. I'm actually taking it along on my trip instead of a purse because I'm carrying a thousand things on the plane like meds, snacks, etc

I tried one like what you linked (Halova or something like that on Amazon) and I would not recommend. That clasp top means the inside just becomes jumbled and the straps were flimsy and not comfy to wear with much weight in the bag or length of time with it on.

We got this a few months ago and love it. For overnight travel we do need a 2nd backpack (just use husband's Osprey) but for out and about this is great. The advantages over a regular backup are more pockets (like a perfect one right on top where store the pacifier/teether for fast access) and insulated pockets.

I’m 5’4 and 100 lbs pre-pregnancy and I just ordered this one and love it! I have a toddler and my old diaper bag broke - this one was super cheap but I love the look and it has great space: Diaper Bag by Miss Fong,Baby Diaper Bag Backpack with Changing Pad,Wipes Pouch,Diaper Bag Organizer,Stroller Straps and Insulated Pockets(Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NASOI1D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1hy0Ab3ZNHRSH

Buy extra carbon for the genie. Costco is the best place to buy the refills for the bags for Genie BTW. Here in Canada, it is ~$26 for a 4 pack of refills where most places it is $26 for a 3 pack. If you want to use other brands too, you can probably find better deals though.


Thyme maternity (Might be Canadian Only though) partners with a bunch of companies so if you sign up, you will get a bunch of free stuff.

If your wife wants this diaper bag, you can look at this knockoff. My wife absolutely loves it.

In my "quick run to the store" bag. A gallon size zipper lock bag with 2 diapers & wipes. A small quart size ziplock bag with a change of clothes for baby. A small quart size ziplock bag with 2 ready to feed bottles of formula and a clean nipple. That is in my Longchamp backpack. I just grab, toss my phone & wallet & keys and go.

My diaper bag, the big one. Stays in the bottom of the middle seat in the middle aisle of the SUV. That's the family car. Baby car seat is in the middle row so it is right under his feet.

That one is the huge skip hop bag. I have 3 ziplock bags with a complete outfit each, for each kids. A pouch of necessities like Neosporin, bandages, meds, etc. A trash bag thing that hangs off the d ring.

In one of the front pockets, I have size 2 disposable diapers. We use the cloth only at home. In the other pocket, I have size 4 disposable diapers. The wipes are in the main compartment.

The side pockets have a small empty water bottle in each side pocket for the toddler and kid. I don't really use the top zipped pockets or the secret zippered compartment for anything.

Also in the main compartment is a ziplock bag of snacks. Two clean and empty 4oz bottles. A thin receiving blanket (going to be swapped out for a thicker blanket because the weather is getting colder). Oh, an extra ziplock bag with my husband's underwear and shorts. He likes to take the girls in the water to play when we drive by a river/stream/lake/pond/beach. I hate water so I don't go in. Besides, I'm the one busy taking pictures of them. We have a huge picnic blanket, old towels, and throw pillows that lives in the back of the car for impromptu trips.

I keep two coolers at home for daily use. One is a lunch box size soft cooler that I will toss a breast milk baggies in for day trips or quick trips. So it stays in the house until we have to leave. I just put his bottle of milk and cold packs or whatever and grab my backpack.

For longer trips, like all day when I know we won't be home until late, I use a slightly bigger cooler. I put in the breastmilk baggies. Iced water bottles (I freeze the 8oz water bottles in the deep chest freezer & use as ice packs until they melt and the girls have cold water to drink) and drinks for the girls.

That is basically all the stuff in my diaper bags.

I've seen some cool backpack options (they seem like they'd be way easier than an over-the-shoulder to me) on Amazon like this one. It's unisex, stylish (in my opinion!) and it seems to be pretty handy!

I found my son's diaper area still smelled like pee after using just water, so we started using a wipe solution. I love it! Smells great, I feel like it gets him cleaner than plain water.

Here's the one we use. Don't be fooled by the price, it makes a metric shit ton.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GMGLN8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1n8mybGY20X52

Top 5

Our #1 MVP baby item
The Doona stroller car seat - blow your friends minds as you fold this open and closed effortlessly! Never wake your sleeping infant yanking her in and out of the car. YOU’RE WELCOME

https://www.shopdoona.com/pages/doona-car-seat-stroller

In this photo: Babyletto Hudson crib (Hudson changing table dresser and night stand)

https://babyletto.com/products/hudson-3-in-1-convertible-crib-with-toddler-bed-conversion-kit

Someone recommended stocking up on these and we now have a dozen - love that these have held up to a ton of hot washes and keep my changing stations clean

https://www.amazon.com/Quilted-Thicker-Waterproof-Changing-BlueSnail/dp/B075ZMCBLG

In this photo - Moroccan shag rug

https://www.amazon.com/nuLOOM-OZAS04A-Renata-Moroccan-Shag/dp/B01HDWGZMY

In this photo Baby trend diaper pail (love this!) very simple design and I Love that I don’t have to buy any separate bags or liners. I use regular kitchen scented trash bags and this works great. I registered for it when it was on amazon but now it’s out of stock but you can find it other places online

https://bibibin.com/6909110538127/

Looks good. Just a matter of personal preference, if you can get some bamboo inserts you may want to. I love them. I've got Mama Koala 3 ply and Naturally Nature's charcoal 5 ply (you'd probably prefer the ones with gussets since you like the flips), and I love them so much I put them on my Christmas list so I can try to get rid of the cotton blend Charlie Banana ones I have. The bamboo are so much more absorbent and without as much bulk.

We've been doing swim classes at our YMCA since just shy of my daughter's 4 month birthday.

The purpose of swim diapers is to protect the pool from poop, not pee. They are not waterproof.

First, check with the pool - every place has different rules. At my YMCA, they only require a swim diaper. However, a friend told me her swim location (not a YMCA, if it matters) requires a swim diaper and a waterproof cover like this. My mom said when I was a baby, the YMCA we went to required double-diapering.

So, call the swim place you're looking at and ask them what you should buy.

I personally am a fan of iPlay Reusable Swim Diapers. They do run small, so I'd recommend getting a size or two bigger than they say. (For instance, when my daughter was 4 months old, we put her in a medium even though their size chart said she'd fit in a small.) I also bought the waterproof covers I linked to above, just in case she pees in the swim diaper while we're in the car (so she won't pee in the car seat!). We take them off before we go in the pool, though.

And, no, we've never had an issue with poop in the pool. :)

You don't have to spend $300. :) A pack of one dozen prefold diapers will cost around $20; pick up two or three packs of those. Prorap diaper covers will cost around $7; pick up 6-8 of those.

Fold a prefold in thirds, lay it in the cover, fan out the back half for rear-end coverage, then wrap the cover around baby and snugly fasten the velcro. Voila! You've diapered your baby.

When you take the soiled diaper off, if it's just wet, set aside the outside cover to air dry for next time. Anything poopy goes into a bin (many times the cover stays clean through 3-4 changes). If baby is drinking formula or eating solid foods, a flushable diaper liner is nice to discard any solid waste; breastmilk poop tends to come out okay in the wash.

EDIT: I just googled the brand of prefolds I used with my son four years ago, and found their factory seconds on Amazon. That's much less than I paid for mine!

It's a hose that shoots a stream of water after you are done taking a dump. Indian people in general don't like the idea of using tissue papers to wipe their ass, we prefer water to wash it. That's where this hose come in pretty handy

Here's an Amazon like to it
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07121VL4D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vw.DDbV5J50A2

Quite a few of my friends used it at my place and loved the idea lol and now they got it installed in their homes. Once you use it, you can never go back to using just paper

Lusa organic wipe solution from Amazon, it's safe, lasts forever and smells fantastic : )

https://www.amazon.com/Lusa-Organics-Baby-Wipe-Juice/dp/B004GMGLN8

We have the Hap Tim backpack and love it. My husband is a big fan because it looks like a normal backpack. I’ve travelled with it and it’s big enough for all of baby’s gear plus my own stuff for the flight. Skip hop has a similar one too.

https://www.amazon.ca/Multi-function-Backpack-Straps-Insulated-Pockets-Changing-Gray-5284/dp/B01M8LK3ET/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?keywords=diaper+bag+haptim&qid=1569815730&s=gateway&sprefix=diaper+bag+hapti&sr=8-7

I have this one and like it pretty good!

I installed a sprayer and it's been working out great! Got this one: Stainless Steel Cloth Diaper... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07121VL4D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And it has an on/off valve at the water line that can control flow. So I just don't turn it on all the way - removes the poo without blasting it everywhere. So I'm not feeling the need for a shield, though a clamp/holder might be nice.

I'm a SAHM, so haven't had to deal with day care. I'd think that if they put the diapers in a wet bag/bucket that's sealed, they won't dry out and you'd be about to spray them down at home.

Also, why quit when solids start? What's the point of doing it at all then, the majority of diaper time is still ahead and you've spent all this money on your stash. Seems to me it'd bea waste.

I got a Bumkins one on amazon and husband installed it. He picked on me for shelling out $40 for it (dunno why its more expensive now on Amazon) but he uses it to clean diapers as much as I do. We have a solid eating 7 month old and a toddler. Toddler has the grossest poops so this thing has been the best.

This is just the one I have. There's a ton of others.


Bumkins Cloth Diaper Sprayer, Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A65YN8E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Nmbnub0KCH17Z

I use cloth wipes, too! I love them!

For a wipe solution, I am using this product in a spray bottle: http://www.amazon.com/Lusa-Organics-Baby-Wipe-Juice/dp/B004GMGLN8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370043193&sr=8-1&keywords=baby+wipe+solution

It smells so good!

Biubee 3 Pack Wet Dry Cloth Diaper Bags - Baby Waterproof Washable Reusable Hanging Diaper Organizer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6E2D7O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wnF7CbFXSRM5Z

This is what we use for daycare! Does great, has actually held up better than one of our planetwise ones. I also have some for my pump parts during work.

I use these: Munchkin Waterproof Changing Pad Liners, 3 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009UPUJIY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_vhIAzbGW3YEX8

One on the pack and play and one on the changing table. They wipe clean and can be washed too :)

Agree. Read the ingredient list for the wipes too. I came across these "99.9 percent water" wipes recently: http://www.amazon.com/WaterWipes-Value-Wipes-packs-Count/dp/B008KJEYLO. I love them!

After trying a few different styles of bags and backpacks, we ultimately settled on using this backpack most of the time. Diapers in the small front pocket. Bottles in the front main compartment, along with other snacks. Clothes in the back compartment, perhaps with some small toys. Wipes on the side.

We had a big messenger bag style diaper bag, but it was too awkward to use. The backpack is a little smaller, but with careful packing does pretty well. When we were going out for a longer period of time, I'd sometimes just use a duffle bag.

I've always just chucked disposables into a bag then tossed them in the outdoor garbage can at the end of the day. For cloth get a wet bag. I recommend getting a sprayer attachment and giving them a quick rinse beforehand. Makes everything easier and less smelly

I've been using a combo of hemp liners from (Amazon topped with some inserts I made myself (3 layers 55% hemp, 45% organic cotton fleece, 1 layer microfiber both bought online). My two year old is a super heavy wetter so we really needed the extra work horse hemp in there, microfiber just doesn't hold enough on its own. But I like how quickly it soaks everything up. Her skin is so sensitive with out it she gets red every diaper change.

I think the distinction is they want a waterproof layer over the swim diaper, because swim diapers are just glorified poop catchers and don't absorb pee (since then they'd absorb pool water too). So, something like this rather than just a reusable swim diaper.

If you can swing it, I highly suggest getting a keekaroo peanut. It's the one thing I always recommend and will make life so much more enjoyable. No one wants to be changing a changing pad cover at 3 am. Cleanup is as easy as using a baby wipe.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KSW970Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_YPw0CbNNHZPVF

I don't use any special baby products (laundry detergent, dish soap, etc), but I use these Water Wipes for bottom cleaning as well as face cleaning, spit up mopping, etc. They're not as "plush" as regular baby wipes but I like knowing that I can use them on his face without worrying about chemicals.

When you are looking for cotton cloths in the future I recommend these! Really really gentle and 100% cotton. Not as good for patting dry, more suited to use to remove oil/balm cleansers and makeup etc.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006J2U4T0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

For the pocket diapers, we are very satisfied with these as inserts. They seem to work much better than the microfiber that comes with the Alvas.

No problem, that's what we are here for. The only thing is that if you buy your diaper direct from china they can take about 2-6 weeks to arrive.

If you want cloth diapers for the very first few weeks there are quite a few options available on amazon prime. For a part time cloth during the first 3 months you'll want around 12 to 24 changes. I personally prefer prefold style diapers for the first bit as they are the absolute best at containing runny newborn poop. This is a great blog explaining how prefolds work

3 Thirsties duo wrap size 1 @ $12.99 each, 18 Osocozy prefold diapers @ $12.99 for 6. and 3 snappis @$11.98

For $89.92 you will have enough diapers delivered to your door by monday to use cloth the majority of the time for the first three or four months. The prefolds then can be used to stuff One size pocket diapers until your baby is potty trained, or used underneath the flap of an AOI diaper for added nighttime absorbency.

you will still need a laundry bag and plastic basket to hold dirty diapers and a waterproof wet bag or two if you plan on going out with baby in a cloth diaper (or going to the pool/beach with your toddler)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KSW970Y/ref=sxts1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1482811096&sr=1

It's usually $100 and comes in many colors and can be found other places. My wife's sister has one and they love it because of the material. Easy to wipe off a mess.

I love these conversations, so very much.

• Metal Straws
  
  
• Packing my lunch every day in glass containers. Although there is some plastic/rubber with the lid. I find they hold up way better than their plastic counterparts.
  
  
• If you're a woman, reusable pads, and a menstrual cup.
  
  
• Bring your own mug to a coffee shop.
  
  
• Don't use face scrubs or "exfoliating" things with polypropylene or polyethylene in it; they're the little microplastic beads.
  
  
• Use razors that you can just replace the head on, instead of the plastic ones you throw the whole thing away.
  
  
• Buy in bulk, and use your own containers.
  
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  All that to be said, it can be really difficult to make some of these steps.
  
  It was (and is) hard for me to make a move to using rags for cleaning instead of paper towels.
  
  Zip lock bags are just so convenient. I struggle the most with this.
  
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  Edit: I'm down to discuss any of this or talk more ideas.
  
  Where I struggle, more than just above:
  
  
• Trash bags. They make biodegradable ones.... that shred if you look at them.
  
• Saran wrap
  
• Disposable gloves (I use for hair dye)
  
• Cleaning products. I just haven't found anything that cuts grease on dishes like Dawn.
  
• I eat tons of meat. My diet is easily 40% meat based.
  
  I'm totally open to suggestions for any of that.
  

we use these covers and while we're still new to cloth diapering, I like them. Usually good to just re-use, or wipe down on a heavy diaper. Though on a really heavy diaper/blowout I've had some get on the elastic part at the legs that you can't wipe off and needs to be washed. We also always use a snappie with the pre-fold, though i haven't tried it with out one.

Something like this? Soft, looks like it rolls up for storage in other rooms.

https://www.amazon.com/Quilted-Thicker-Waterproof-Changing-BlueSnail/dp/B075ZMCBLG/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549036268&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=baby%2Bchanging%2Bpad&th=1

CBIs are just bamboo outsides with charcoal fibers in them; their major composition is microfiber layers on the inside. Try going with hemp inserts like Thirsties or these: (6 Pack) HappyEndings Heavy Wetter 4 Layer Hemp / Organic Cotton Diaper Inserts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H07AHGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Lzn7BbXEP7ZQA. Continue to pair it with your newborn prefold, and that should help a lot.

Water wipes are great

I ordered one like this from the US amazon and it shipped just fine to my Japanese address....

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A65YN8E?pc_redir=1407180406&robot_redir=1

(6 Pack) HappyEndings Heavy Wetter 4 Layer Hemp / Organic Cotton Diaper Inserts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H07AHGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_haGDAbZ3DZNRZ these. My little guy leaks with microfiber especially if he wears onesies because of compression leaks. A lot of hemp or bamboo inserts have microfiber cores but these have organic cotton and they hold liquid better, they're trim and really absorbent.

We put poop diapers in a bag and toss them in the garage until trash day. Pee diapers go either in the downstairs bathroom trashcan, or a metal trashcan with a lid we have upstairs in the nursery. But we have a 9-5 pooper so since he's in daycare, we usually only have to deal with poop diapers on weekends thank god.

I love mine so far. I found tampons uncomfortable and disposable pads make me rashy by the end of my period. The cloth ones are comfortable and don't give me a rash. I rinse the ones I used that day out when I shower and store them in a delicates bag that gets thrown in with my darks. Then I air dry. Caveat is that I'm a stay-at-home parent right now so I haven't really had to deal with changing them while out, but the set I have came with a wet bag so it wouldn't be a huge deal.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT09RUQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

My bidets are the handheld sprayer typehandheld sprayer type that are like a hose attached to the plumbing of the toilet. This type always seems cleaner to me, because the hose hangs outside the toilet.

I didn’t need to turn off the water main to install it. It takes 5 minutes at most.

Yeah! I added it to my Amazon List:

(6 Pack) HappyEndings Heavy Wetter 4 Layer Hemp / Organic Cotton Diaper Inserts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H07AHGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wD9QCb4021RWC

Alva's are really easy to stuff with gusseted charcoal bamboo inserts. I have these ones:

https://www.amazon.com/Naturally-Natures-Cloth-Diaper-Inserts/dp/B00MJ8K092/ref=sr_1_6_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1542211708&sr=8-6&keywords=charcoal%2Bbamboo%2Binserts&th=1

I also saw this one that I thought was cute too. Little more stylish and less unisex. Thoughts?

Wet the toilet paper first. Or better yet install a bum gun, it will change your life. If you’re handy, you can get it cheaper than this one.

Those washable zippered wet diaper bags.. Useful for so many things.

I got this one...

Skip Hop Versa Diaper Bag, Black by Skip Hop http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0041RRZ1U/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_rmQYtb1BP6A81

I'm really picky with bags. I'm such a pocket person and ridiculously OCD that everything has to have a place even in my purses and they need to hold a lot without being bulky. So far I think this will be awesome. I also got one of those changing clutches for short trips.

These are what we got and they go over the underwear:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035JL912?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Yes. We had to. Daycare wouldn’t let us go commando and I knew he would keep pooping in his pull up if we switched him.

Edit: we did 6 days at home before he went back to daycare just to clarify.

If you're not afraid of a little laundry you can buy some cloth diaper trainers. And seeing as you are about to do potty training, you will probably be doing tons more laundry anyway.

When my son went through potty training, but wasn't night-time trained yet, we did underwear covered by a water-proof cover in the day. No pants. The cover catches most of the pee, but it isn't comfortable, and it isn't dry the way a diaper is. So this helped him "learn" the sensation of needing to pee. Because he was very aware of it as soon as it happened.

At night time, we used cloth diaper trainers, (we called them "night time underwear") - this was to keep up the illusion of wearing underwear (because he was "too big for diapers now") - but it gave the same basic protection. we used these coolababy ones although there are other options now that weren't around before such as these from Sunbaby.

There are also fully waterproof trainers for daytime use (not much absorption) such as these from Alva.

Anyway - I'm not sure how much it helps - but if she really wants to wear underwear, this may be a solution.

We found reusable ones! They have waterproofing material on one side, and the other side is like a towel. They work really well, and when they get dirty, I'd either throw them in with cloth diapers, or when we're not doing cloth diapers, just in with towels.

Edited to add: I can't find the exact ones I have, but these are similar! https://www.amazon.ca/Munchkin-Waterproof-Changing-Liner-3-Pack/dp/B009UPUJIY

This is what I want. Any suggestions? I have this one on my Amazon registry and this one on my Target registry, but I’m still on the fence with less than 7 weeks to go!

The ones I use are from Mama Cloth and I buy them on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT09RUQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

It's only $15 for 7 of them.

My daughter is 8 weeks old. We frequently change her on the floor in our living room or bedroom. I have a basket in each room with a bunch of diapers, pack of wipes, diaper rash cream and 2 waterproof liners. Trust me, the waterproof liners have come in handy! (http://www.amazon.com/Munchkin-Count-Waterproof-Changing-Liners/dp/B009UPUJIY/ref=sr_1_1?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1407038023&sr=1-1&keywords=munchkin+waterproof+changing+pad+liners+3+pack) My LO likes to pee in the 3 second interval between pulling the dirty diaper away and putting a fresh one underneath her. Also, poop explosions. Our carpet would be a mess without the liners.

Wife just started using these. She's had 1 leak while sleeping, but otherwise they've been great for her. Never used on the trail, though. She has pain with tampons, but only mild discomfort with the cups.

We've looked into the reusable bamboo pads, but they're a bit expensive. Well, looking on amazon they seem cheaper now. https://www.amazon.com/Charcoal-Menstrual-Reusable-Sanitary-Hibaby/dp/B01MT09RUQ/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1503611230&sr=8-1&keywords=bamboo+menstrual+pads

Used to be 20 bucks a piece.

I put plastic pants over the whole diaper cover at night. It prevents leaking. You need to get it big enough to cover the whole outside of the diaper.

Dappi Waterproof 100% Nylon Diaper Pants, 2 Pack, White, Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035JL912/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_j8NRBb2WXJY4P

I assume by your use of the term "nappy" you are from somewhere outside the US. Would you mind sharing where you can source scented nappy/diaper bags for cheaper?

This hypothesis doesn't quite hold true here in the US. Doggie bags are cheaper here; to the extreme that when my daughter was still in diapers, we kept one of the doggie bag clips with a roll on the diaper bag.


For just a quick example...

Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag costs $7.79 US for 72 (0.108 each).

Earth Rated® Lavender-Scented Dog Waste Bags with Handles costs $6.99 US for 120 (0.058 each).


Or if you're okay with unscented, 220 for $7.99, or 0.036 each, or 700 for $14.99, or 0.021 each.

Munchkin Waterproof Changing Pad Liners, 3 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009UPUJIY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_GIKhzb8EFVFPH

I have a combination of the kids wash cloths from IKEA, some random wash cloths we were given, and these Bumkins flannel wipes (which were much cheaper when I bought them). I use the peri bottle I got after delivery and just squirt water on the cloth before using. They get washed with the cloth diapers.

Do you not already have one of these cloth diaper sprayers? Hooks right up to your toilet tank so you can just spray to poop directly into the toilet and flush it.

Here is the mobile version of your link

I use unbleached flannel cloth baby wipes. So soft on my face! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006J2U4T0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You could get some hemp inserts http://amzn.com/B00H07AHGS They are very trim. You put the flat next to the skin and the insert under it.

Oh don’t worry I bought this before I came to the US dorms because I know there aren’t any bidets in any restroom.

I used to use it until I moved to an apartment with my own bathroom. Now I installed an actual bidet and it feels like home again.

What's a bad stop?

The T-valve is for this thingamibob. It was used on the old toilet as well.

I don't doubt the toilet is crap. It was a cheap renovation. This is my first time working on a dual flush. Are the valves for these things standard?

I use a diaper sprayer for the really messy ones (think peanut butter). Usually though, she makes a ploppable turd (sorry for the gross word, couldn't think of what else to call it lol) and I just turn it out into the toilet and flush. Then the diaper can go straight into the wash. Easy peasy! No liners, no fuss, no trash.