I cloth diaper my DS, but I started when he was around 6 months old. I really prefer pockets, my favorite being the Rumparooz. However, I just found out we are expecting #2 and I thought "I have no idea how to cloth diaper a newborn!" My DS was 9lbs at birth, so I don't think I have to worry about the gap when they can't fit into any diaper, but I'm just curious what you guys liked best on newborns? Is it prefolds and covers? Or should I stick with pockets?
Thanks!
Re: I love pockets! But on a newborn?
I am CDing a newborn and I'm using a mix of GMD newborn prefolds and Kissaluvs size 0 fitteds, with Thirsties Duo size 1 covers for everyday/ around the house, and Rumparooz pockets for going out. My LO was around 8 lbs. when I started using the RaR and they fit him fine.
ETA: I should add that they're a lot bulkier on him than the prefolds, but I haven't had any leaks yet. : )
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This. But Rumparooz pockets are pretty small compared to other brands, so they might work for a bigger newborn.
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I agree with others, prefolds and covers were much trimmer, but if the bulk doesn't bother you, pockets work.
Also, be careful with size predictions - my first was 9 lbs also, and my second was only 6.5! I had my stash all ready for another monster baby, and I ended up with a peanut!
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