As some of you know, I made a decision to use reusable diapers, not only for a greener earth but also due to economic factors. As it is, one box of 128 Huggies diapers costs me about AUD51+, from a direct factory outlet..and it hurts everytime I have to dish out some dosh for it, because one box only lasts for one month!
I did a little bit of online homework…yes, just a little bit, due to time constraints, and found that most mums reviewed Swaddlebees Snap All-in-One diapers to be a perfect solution for night sleeps. I thought that this would help me greatly, as I am often in a slumber mode during those wee-hours-in-the-morning changes.
Anyway, one of the first things I had to do was to wash it 3-4 times, with drying times in between. Apparently, this makes the top layer fabric to fluff up and be more absorbent. It took me about a week to do this, because drying during winter takes a very long time. Even though, I chucked it in the dryer, I felt it was still quite damp. So, I air-dried it for a day before I washed it again. Finally, I was able to use them. My first attempt – well, it failed. My lil one wee-ed and somehow it leaked right out. I wondered, did I not fastened it tight enough?
Anyway, I re-diapered him with another one….and sad to say, his wee leaked right out again. As I rinsed those diapers and chucked it into the machine for a wash, I wondered…what the heck was I doing wrong?
Well, I’m going to try again today and see if it leaks out. According to the website, the extra pre-washing will help in improving the absorbency of the diaper..so, I’m going to give it another go. I also purchased the hemp inserts to help with absorbing the wee….but I found it made it really bulky and I wasn’t sure if my lil guy was uncomfortable with all the bulk!
I got those cute “Blue Summer” and “Champagne” ones….together with a bright orange and dark blue. He honestly looks so cute wearing them.
As we’re right into winter, it seems like a perfect fit for the cold cold days, as it has many layers : microfiber terry, microfiber fleece, and a full layer of cotton velour! But come summer, I’m not so sure if it’ll be comfortable for him.
I’m definitely going to give it another try. I hope by re-washing them several times, they will become more absorbent. If not, I’m going to have to look for another brand.
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oh dear if washing, drying is too much trouble that isn’t much of saving the environment for reusables like this?
ohh so this is your new blog?
alamak, like dat ah? maybe the size is too big?
I use BumGenious and initially they do leak as well. I think multiple washings really help. And make sure you fasten the tabs tightly. Cloth absorbs liquid much slower than the chemical filled dispos. So u need to have the diaper worn snugly or else it may flow out.
Good luck.