We use them and like them. They leaked around the legs a few times right at the beginning, even though they say they start at 5 pounds. I like that they still fit her now (2 1/2 months, 12 lbs), when she's outgrown most of the rest of her NB stash. It might be a good pocket diaper to include for your friend.
We had the same issue, they leaked out the legs a little when she was smaller. They still fit at 13ish pounds. Now I love everything about them except the laundry tabs suck.
Re: Anyone use HH mini?
DD1 born 5/24/10.
Missed M/C at 14 wks Feb 2012.
DD2 born 5/14/13.
Missed M/C at 9 wks July 2015.