Good deal?

larissarae

Hi everyone! I'm a FTM and want to cloth diaper my LO. I found this on Craig's list today and was wondering if this was a good deal and if these were good diapers to get.

Includes 28 Fuzzibunz one-size diapers in assorted gender neutral colors. All in great condition. 2-3 of them are missing one button but still work perfectly. Also comes with 2 different size inserts, 2 laundry bags, 1 wet bag for your diaper bag, 1 never opened Charlies laundry soap for washing them, cloth wipes, 8 hemp inserts, extra elastic, and a toilet sprayer. Used for approximately 6 months.

Thank you for your advice!

kjsmith9

How much are they asking?

larissarae

Oh sorry!! $250

kjsmith9

I think that's a good deal, but it's risky to put $250 into diapers that you've never tried on your LO before.  A lot of people love FB's, but others don't.  I liked the diaper itself, but I hated adjusting leg elastic so I got rid of the few I had.

If it was me, I would probably ask if she would split the diapers up.  Maybe take like 10 diapers and the other stuff for $100-$150.  Maybe she could sell the other diapers to someone else.  That way I wouldn't be out quite as much money if I didn't love them (but still have enough to try out).

abby8279

I second that it's important to try before you stock up.  I didn't settle on the first diaper we tried.  So a good deal could end up to be a big waste.

flummadiddle85

Ditto PP. I have one FB that I hate. I hate stuffing it and adjusting the leg elastics. It fits fine though....

ElleBeeDub

I actually really love our FB... but I'm curious about this whole "missing a button" thing... FBs are sized BY the buttons! If a sizing button is missing, you can't keep the elastic tight. If she means a SNAP is missing... how on Earth did they lose a snap?! and how is there not a massive whole in the PUL now? Am I over-thinking this?

To answer your question, though... it *might* be a great deal if you love FB, but there are many people who just don't. That's a lot to spend on an unknown. I agree with PP... ask if she'd be willing to split the lot so you can get some without going all in.

larissarae

Thank you all for your responses. Being a FTM this spring, I want to have my CD supply ready and have a great CD to work with. There are just so many to choose from. I'm also looking at the Alva or best bottoms diapers. Any experience with these? Thanks!

JEPES1348

I am head-over-heels in love with my Best Bottoms! We're using them pretty much exclusively at this point and I have absolutely no issues. I use their BB inserts and nighttime doublers too, but prefolds under them would be just fine as well. I've never used Alvas or the Fuzzibunz in in the craigslist offering.

ElleBeeDub

I only have one Best Bottoms, but I LOVE it. It's so trim, and it's absolutely adorable. I have two BB inserts for it, but have used it as a "normal" cover as well.