- Do I want to buy diapers for each size? (S, M, L) Or would I rather one size fits all/most?
- How much do I want to wash? every day or every other day? (more days means more diapers to buy)
(0-6 months) – 12 changes per day
(6-12 months) – 9 changes per day
(12+ months) – 6 changes per day
- Do I want cheapest or less work?
- cheapest = more work
- more expensive = less work
4 basic types:
- All-in-One (AIO) - describes a diaper that does not need a cover. It's just like a disposable diaper. The easiest diaper to use for anyone changing your baby.
- Pictures of AIO: http://j.mp/oIoNv0 http://j.mp/pZLAX9
- Pocket Diaper/All-in-Two (AI2) Like a cover with a pocket built in. Inside the pocket you'll slide the absorbent layer (an insert, prefold, etc.) Once the diaper is stuffed, it's like an all-in-one. No extra cover is needed.
- Pictures of AI2: http://j.mp/rqZo6P http://j.mp/oIcafM
- Fitted Diaper - this is a diaper is diaper-shaped and has a closure, either snaps or velcro. These do not have a waterproof layer built in so you'll need to use a cover.
- Pictures of Fitted: http://j.mp/pq04Ob http://j.mp/oUkhmB
- Prefolds - a flat diaper, similar to what our own parents used. These are economical and absorbent but do require a cover. Will need to be secured with cloth diaper pins, Snappi Cloth Diaper Fasteners, or wrapped around baby using cloth diaper wraps.
- Pictures of Prefolds: http://j.mp/oW4kfp http://j.mp/pihHnI http://j.mp/o1dlyS
***Currently I use a one size, AI2***
BubuBibi - Bamboo Baby Cloth Diaper
