S/O CD people--what to buy?

lalabee0425 · October 2010

Since I am a CD virgin and have NO clue on this planet where to even begin... what do I need and where can I find the best deals?

I want to try just for overnights (see post below) and need to know where to start. Thank you!

sophabelle · October 2010

i'd post over on the EFF board.... super helpful w/cding!!

what we use for overnights is a pocket diaper w/2 microfiber inserts and 2 hemp inserts (one of which i fold in half for more absorbtion).

since i have super cheap pocket diapers, they don't fit very well in the legs, so we use a wool cover on top of the diaper to catch any leakage. we don't normally have leaks, but its for just in case!

7miles · October 2010

I use one-size bumgenius pockets for overnight. I use the extra big microfiber liner + 2 regular size microfiber lines (BGs come with 1 extra big and 1 regular normally). We've never had an issue with leaking through the night. I got all my bumgenius diapers from cottonbabies during one of their seconds sales and then I had some extra inserts I bought from craigslist.

Looks like they have a decent deal going on buy 5 get 1 free: https://www.cottonbabies.com/product_info.php?products_id=2272

sophabelle · October 2010

also, read this post from the eco friendly family blog - and also just read in general on that blog about cloth diapering. the EFF board will for sure direct you there. it's a great blog about cding!

BackthePack · October 2010

I use Bum Genius pocket-style diapers (Cottonbabies.com is a good source for new ones). With those come 2 microfiber inserts. For overnight use, I use the larger one. I also use a hemp insert that I bought from Etsy (this seller sells out insanely fast), but I'm sure you can find them online elsewhere.

alchris · October 2010

I HIGHLY recommend fitted and wool for overnight -- fitteds are SO absorbent and wool adds additional absorbency and is breathable. We've used Baby Beehinds bamboo fitteds with a wool soaker since Kira was 4ish months old and they're still going strong. You wouldn't need to buy anything else (inserts, liners, etc.). Good luck!!!

BackthePack · October 2010

alchris:
I HIGHLY recommend fitted and wool for overnight -- fitteds are SO absorbent and wool adds additional absorbency and is breathable. We've used Baby Beehinds bamboo fitteds with a wool soaker since Kira was 4ish months old and they're still going strong. You wouldn't need to buy anything else (inserts, liners, etc.). Good luck!!!

Just be careful if K is sensitive to moisture...J wakes up with a TERRIBLE rash when we try this.

slhall730 · October 2010

alchris:
I HIGHLY recommend fitted and wool for overnight -- fitteds are SO absorbent and wool adds additional absorbency and is breathable. We've used Baby Beehinds bamboo fitteds with a wool soaker since Kira was 4ish months old and they're still going strong. You wouldn't need to buy anything else (inserts, liners, etc.). Good luck!!!

What kind of wool soaker do you use?

cate1119 · October 2010

In the past - we've used Bum Genius One size pocket double stuffed with hemp and microfiber. I've also put a wool cover over it to catch and leakage. I liked wool, but she outgrew it recently.

alchris · October 2010

We use Babyology soakers, but if you want to save money, you can make your own. Babyology is super thick and works perfectly overnight, and is cheaper than many similar ones. (FWIW, it's the *only* CD item that is OK to buy on ebay IME since that's where Babyology's legit store is, but some retailers carry it too.)

You can always lay in a microfleece liner if you want to lay it inside the diaper, but for a natural fiber bamboo wicks away super quickly.

Good luck!

MrsMcJamie · October 2010

We *just* switched to a fitted + cover scenario for overnight bc our preivious system (BumGenius AIO Organics) was leaking & stinking to high heaven. If you are interested in goodmamas, there is a local lady selling them on craigslist for $15 each, that's where I got them and she as a buttload I can give you her info, if you want to go that route. I love them, so far, with either a wool soaker or a cover. I just got a Thirsties Duo Wrap cover bc the soaker I got online is too small.

It's overwhelming at first... but once you get the hang of it, it's kind of fun

alchris · October 2010

LOL, and you all know that I still have a ~$200 goodmama store credit that I call sell off in any increment, right?

As much as I loved GMs for daytime, I don't think they're the best for heavy wetters overnight -- good, but not great.

MrsMcJamie · October 2010

So, lots of you have your LOs sleep in BG pockets - don't they leak through the tabs for you?

Margo sleeps on her stomach more often than not, and whenever she does there's a giant soak through in the front. I've stopped putting them on for naps even. I just thought I'd mention this, lala, since you said in your previous post that K's stomach sleeping was causing the issue to begin with. Several ppl have posted about this issue with BG's on the CD board (I'm just a lurker)... it was one of the main reasons we switched our nighttime system. Just thought I'd add in our experience with that.

futureJHL · October 2010

We use only BG pocket diapers now (because of moisture issues against her skin) and we have never had a leak through the tabs. N is a tummy sleeper too. We've never had an overnight leak issues, but have had our fair share of nap leaks. She pees so fast they don't have time to soak it in (well that's my guess). We use the microfiber insert and a hemp insert as well (6 layers of hemp)

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