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A Year of Fluff Cloth Diapers Fitted Diapers Giveaway Made in the USA Newborn Diapers Review Snap Closure

Kissaluvs “Kissa’s” Cotton Fleece Fitted Review & Giveaway (CLOSED 10/23)

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kissaluvs 0 fitted

I reviewed a Kissaluvs Marvels AIO in May; that’s still a favorite of mine, and my Kissa’s Wool Lover Diaper Cover was my first ever wool (purchased in March.)  So, when I won a Kissa’s Cotton Fleece Fitted from the Abby’s Lane blog chat, I was a little excited, to say the least!!

kissa's fitted

Lucky for you, I contacted Kissaluvs, and they will be giving two of my blog readers a fitted diaper as well!

kissa's size 0 back

In true cloth diaper addict fashion, I chose the size 0 (fits approximately 5-15 lbs) even though I don’t have a newborn, nor am I pregnant!  Hey, it was free!

snaps inner

 The size zero fits 5-15 pounds, the 1, 10-25 pounds, and the 2, 20-40 pounds.  All sizes retail for $12.95 in unbleached cotton, and $13.95 in the colors.  I chose the yellow.

Below, the size 0 is on top of the Marvels AIO on the small setting.

kissaluvs size 0 fitted vs marvels aio small

The size 0 has an umbilical cord snap down, but can also be used without it.  Below, it is measured with the snap down, then unsnapped and stretched.

folded with cord snap downunsnapped and stretched

Here is the fitted compared to a newborn disposable, and also unsnapped, compared to a size 1 disposable:

kissa's 0 vs newborn disposablekissa's 0 unsnapped vs size 1 disposable

Since I don’t have a newborn, I had to enlist a model.  He’s a little smaller than a newborn!

my diaper model

Here he is modeling a preemie newborn diaper, so you can get an idea of size:

preemie frontpreemie back

Newborn disposable:

newborn frontnewborn back

Size 1 disposable:

one frontone back

After all that, he said his hiney was itchy and he wanted to put the Kissa’s fitted on!

kissaluvs 0 fitted diaperkissa's fitted 0

Much more comfy!!

It’s a little subjective, but I’d say it fits more like a preemie diaper, though it looked similar to the newborn diaper.  My model isn’t a very heavy wetter, so I can’t really speak on the absorbency.  I haven’t cloth diapered a newborn, but I imagine fitteds would be great.  They are breathable and could likely be used coverless, since newborns tend to dirty diapers as soon as you put them on (mine did anyway!) See this on my newborn.

Giveaway: Kissaluvs is offering two diaper giveaways, which will be drawn separately.  Winners choose size and color of a Kissa’s Fitted!  The first is open to anyone and will be business as usual.  The second diaper will be drawn from entrants who already own a Kissaluvs product, and leave a review(s) of it.


Here’s how to enter: Anyone is eligible to win the first diaper. To enter, simply fill out the form below.  Mandatory entries include name, email address and your favorite Kissaluvs Product.  You may receive a bonus entry for “liking” Kissaluvs on Facebook and/or following Kissaluvs on Twitter.  Feel free to leave a comment however, comments don’t count as entries.


Entries for the second diaper will go on the same form, but will be tallied and drawn separately from the first.  This way everyone gets the same shot at the first one! Reviews can be left at diaperpin, amazon, sears, Kissaluvs’ Facebook Page, or your favorite retailer’s website.  One entry per review, link to your review to get your entry!


I know this is a little more confusing than usual, so just send me an email if you need clarification!  The post will be updated daily (or so) with the # of entries for each.


I will accept entries until Saturday, October 23rd 2010 at 9 P.M. Eastern.  I will select winners using random.org’s true random number generator and notify them by email.  Winners have 48 hours to respond before the prize is forfeited and a new winner is chosen.  View my giveaway rules page for complete details.  This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only.

Entries as of Giveaway close: 263

Entries in the bonus giveaway: 39

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FTC Compliance: No compensation of any kind was received for this post.  I won the diaper I reviewed from a Kissaluvs retailer.  All opinions are my own.

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A Year of Fluff Cloth Diapers Giveaway Pocket Diapers Retailers Review Velcro/Aplix Closure

Kawaii Baby One Size Pocket Diaper Review & Giveaway, Sponsored by Sew Crafty Baby (CLOSED 10/21)

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kawaii baby one size pocket diaper

Sew Crafty Baby is an online cloth diaper and baby leg warmers store.  I have a few favorite places to buy cloth diapers, and Sew Crafty Baby is a great one!  They have both the big names as well as tons of harder to find brands.  They have a kickback program to earn points for the money you spend, and they have an affiliate program.  Don’t worry, none of the links in this post are affiliate links; I’m not an affiliate!  I actually just discovered the program as I was writing this post!  They even have a gift registry!

Best of all, shipping is always free!  There’s always an option to pay a little bit extra to bump up to priority shipping, but I love being able to order anything I want without worrying about meeting a $50 (or $75 or $99) minimum for free shipping!  Another neat feature is that the site will tell you how many of the item are in stock!

Sew Crafty Baby sent me a Kawaii One Size Pocket Diaper to review, and they’re sending one to one of my blog readers as well!

kawaii diaper kawaii diaper

I’ve been asked about Kawaii quite a bit, and I was as curious as the rest of you.  At $9.99 each, they seem too good to be true!  I was surprised when I received it; it seems very nice, and reminds me of other big name o/s pocket diapers.

laundry tabs pocket opening

inserts
It has aplix closures with laundry tabs, a nice wide pocket, and came with two microfiber inserts.

rise adjustment snaps
It is one-size via a snap down rise.

rear of diaper insert in pocket

Here is is on the small setting, folded and stretched:

small foldedsmall stretched

Medium setting, folded and stretched:

medium folded medium stretched

Large setting, folded and stretched:

large foldedlarge stretched

My son is about 18.5 pounds and 30 inches, and fit in the medium setting with plenty of room to spare.

medium diaper on baby leg elastic
diaper on baby rear of diaper

We didn’t have any fit or leaking issues; the diaper has help up wonderfully so far.  The real test will be how it wears over time.

kawaii pocket on 18.5 lb baby kawaii diaper on baby

Sew Crafty Baby has competitive prices, excellent customer service, a wide selection and of course, the free shipping!  They are in my top two stores to check when I’m looking to buy fluff!  You can keep up with Sew Crafty Baby on Facebook or join the mailing list to stay up on new or restocked products, sales and more.

Giveaway: Sew Crafty Baby is offering a Kawaii Heavy Duty Pocket Diaper in the winner’s choice of color.


Here’s how to enter: Complete the form below.  Please feel free to leave a comment, but comments left do not count as entries.  Mandatory fields are name, email address and what else you like from Sew Crafty Baby’s Store.  They have a lot!  You may opt for a bonus entry if you are a current or new “liker” of Sew Crafty Baby on Facebook.  This post will be updated daily (or so) with the # of entries received, for those of you who like to know your odds.


I will accept entries until Thursday, October 21st 2010 at 9 P.M. Eastern.  I will select a winner using random.org’s true random number generator and notify him/her by email.  Winner has 48 hours to respond before the prize is forfeited and a new winner is chosen.  View my giveaway rules page for complete details.  This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only.

Entries as of October 21st, 2010 at 8:53 P.M.: 230

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FTC Compliance: I received the pictured diaper at no cost for the purposes of review.  I was not compensated for this review and all opinions are my own.  There are no affiliate links within this post.

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Cloth Diapers Giveaway Made in the USA Review Sized Diapers Training Pants WAHM made

Bumbledoo Training Pants Review & $10 Gift Certificate Giveaway (CLOSED 10/20)

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bumbledoo trainer

While my daughter was interested in the potty at 16 months, my son is definitely not!  Even so, I’m interested in training pants, and I know lots of you are too!  Bumbledoo sent me a pair of teeny tiny adorable Bumble Training Pants

bumbledoo training pant package bumbledoo training pant in package

From Bumbledoo:

Size Chart for Reference:

Approx Weight Waist Thigh(inches/cm) Rise(inches/cm)
Size 1 18 – 22lbs. 16in / 40 cm 12 in / 30.5 cm 15 in / 38 cm
Size 2 22 – 26lbs. 18 in / 45.5 cm 13 in / 33 cm 16 in / 40 cm
Size 3 26 – 30 lbs. 20 in / 50.5 cm 14 in / 35.5 cm 17 in / 43 cm
Size 4 30 – 34 lbs. 22 in / 56 cm 15 in / 38 cm 18 in / 45.5 cm
Size 5 34 – 38 lbs. 24 in / 61 cm 16 in / 40 cm 19 in / 48 cm
Size 6 and up are custom orders. Please email with measurements.

bumbledoo training pant front bumbledoo training pant bak

bumbledoo trainer snaps
They have a PUL outer to contain mess and come in side snapping (what I received), adjustable snap, stuffable and pull up styles.  I received the size 1.
bumbledoo trainer absorbency

The trainers have a suedecloth inner and a soaker made of 4 layers of zorb.

bumbledoo trainer foldedbumbledoo trainer stretched

Above  is the trainer measured folded and stretched.  It seems “smaller” than the diapers my son is wearing, but really, it just has more of an underwear style cut.

bumbledoo trainer vs medium one size
Trainer vs Medium O/S Diapers

I had intended to just try the trainer on him for now, but with all the absorbency, I ended up using as a diaper (I just checked it a little early, just in case!)  It was nice because it was super easy to put on him.

bumbledoo trainer on 18.5 lb babybumbledoo trainer size 1
tiny training pants small training pants

In these photos he is about 18.5 pounds, 30″ at 16 months old.  It fit him well and he definitely has lots of room to grow into it too!

Bumbledoo also makes (deep breath!): bumble all-in-two diapers, prefolds, diaper covers, pocket diapers, swim diapers, burp cloth prefolds (I love these!), inserts, wipes, organizers, booties (oh I wish I had a little girl to put those on!!) toddler aprons, mama cloth, nursing covers, nursing pads and offers diaper repair and embroidery.  Whew.  I’m wondering if there is anything she doesn’t do!

Giveaway: Bumbledoo is offering a blog reader $10 towards anything in the Bumbledoo Web Store  OR Bumbledoo’s Etsy Shop.  Yes, the trainers are handmade by WAHM Malia!  Very hard to believe based on the quality and craftsmanship, but it’s true!


Here’s how to enter: All entries go in the form below.  I’d love for you to leave a comment, either about Bumbledoo, or just to remind yourself that you entered.  Keep in mind that entries left in the comments won’t count.  Mandatory entries include name, email address and your favorite Bumbledoo Item on Etsy OR the web store.   You may “like” Bumbledoo on Facebook for a bonus entry.  This post will be updated daily (or so) with the # of entries received, for those of you who like to know your odds.


I will accept entries until Wednesday, October 20th 2010 at 9 P.M. Eastern.  I will select a winner using random.org’s true random number generator and notify him/her by email.  Winner has 48 hours to respond before the prize is forfeited and a new winner is chosen.  View my giveaway rules page for complete details.  This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only.

Entries as of October 20th, 2010 at 9:00 P.M.: 146

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FTC Compliance: I received a pair of trainers at no cost for review purposes.  I was not compensated for this post and all opinions are my own.

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A Year of Fluff All In Two Diapers Cloth Diapers Giveaway Hybrid Diapers Made in the USA One Size Diapers Review Snap Closure

Nicki’s Best Bottom Diapering System Review & Giveaway (CLOSED 10/19)

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Nicki's Best Bottom Diapering System

Nicki’s Best Bottom Diapering System is a one-size, all-in-two system designed by Nicki’s Diapers.  If you visit the website, for heaven’s sakes, don’t leave the “diapers” off the web address, take that from me!

Best Bottom AI2 DiaperOne Size Diaper System

I received a “mint chocolate chip” (yum) diaper along with medium and large stay-dry inserts.

Leg GussetsOne Size Diaper 4 settings

Two things that stood out to me about the Best Bottom diaper were the leg gussets, and the four size settings.

velcro closure and laundry tabs

The diaper has velcro closures, which I love.  However, I think they would be even better if the laundry tabs were rotated 90 degrees.  They don’t seem to want to stay attached in the wash, so I may try turning the tabs and attaching them at an angle!

Inserts snap in Medium and Large Stay Dry Inserts

The features page has a comparison on features/pros/cons and cost of various diapering systems.  The Best Bottom system actually has a leg up on covers and prefolds as far as cost goes.  I think they have the additional advantage of being super easy (inserts just snap in) and having a stay-dry insert.  I see no reason why you couldn’t use the diaper as a cover over prefolds as well, if you already have some in your stash.

Insert snaps in

Here is the Extra-Small setting:

Extra Small Folded Extra Small Stretched

Small:

Small Diaper Size Folded small cloth diaper size stretched

Medium (the size we used):

Medium diaper setting foldedmedium ai2 diaper setting stretched

Large:

best bottom diaper system large best bottom diapering system large stretched

The photos below show the Best Bottom diaper on the medium setting with a medium insert.  I was able to use the large inserts in the medium setting as well.  I just had to fold/tuck the excess insert in, and of course, it was a little bit bulkier!  My son is about 18.5 lbs and 30″.

best bottom diaper system on 18.5 lb baby medium diaper system on baby
all in two diaper on baby nicki's best bottom diapering system

best bottom leg gusset on baby

You may be thinking to yourself, “Maria, these photos look like you put the diaper on him while he was standing, then chased him around trying to take photos of him!”  If that’s what you’re thinking, you’re exactly right.  I was able to get this sucker on him while he was on the move, and I still had no leaks at all.

Hemp/organic cotton inserts are also offered, as well as overnight inserts and doublers.  This system is so easy to use and affordable (8 covers and 24 inserts are recommended) I think it would be a great way to get started in cloth or pump up your stash.  They’d also be a fantastic choice for road trips and vacations since they take up less space than pocket diapers, fitteds or AIOs.

Each shell retails for $16.95; stay dry inserts are $3.75 each.  The hemp/organic cotton inserts are $5.75 and the overnight inserts are $6.50.

Giveaway: Nicki’s Best Bottom Diapers is offering one winner a one-size shell and 3 stay dry inserts!


Here’s how to enter:  All entries go in the form below.  Feel free to leave a comment about the post, or simply to remind yourself that you entered however, comments will not be counted as entries.  Mandatory entries include name, email address and your favorite Best Bottom color (there are new ones!)  You may “like” Nicki’s Diapers on Facebook and/or follow Nicki’s Diapers on Twitter and/or Follow the Nicki’s Diapers Blog for bonus entries (there are often giveaways on their blog!)  This post will be updated daily (or so) with the # of entries received, for those of you who like to know your odds.



I will accept entries until Tuesday, October 19th 2010 at 9 P.M. Eastern.  I will select a winner using random.org’s true random number generator and notify him/her by email.  Winner has 48 hours to respond before the prize is forfeited and a new winner is chosen.  View my giveaway rules page for complete details.  This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only.


Entries as of October 19th, 2010 at giveaway closure: 443

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FTC Compliance: I was provided with a review product at no charge; I was not compensated for this post.  All opinions are my own.

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A Year of Fluff All In One Diapers Cloth Diapers Natural Fiber Diapers One Size Diapers Review Snap Closure

Bumgenius Elemental (A.K.A. Organic AIO) Review

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Bumgenius Elemental Diaper

I purchased this Bumgenius Elemental, Organic One-Size All-in-One with the $20 Abby’s Lane gift certificate I won from Show Your Amor the day after my Birthday.  Happy Birthday me!

Bumgenius Organic AIO Diaper

The elementals come with snap closures only, and the price is a little steep at $24.95 each.  They are very similar to the Flip or Bumgenius 4.0 in size and shape, but it is certified organic cotton on the inside, and it’s an all-in-one style.  Since it’s organic cotton, it does need to be “prepped” by washing 5 or more times, to gain maximum absorbency.  I think I may have washed it 3 times before using it the first time, knowing that it would gain absorbency with further washes.

Bumgenius AIO Diaper Soaker Bumgenius Organic AIO Soaker

Bumgenius AIO Cloth Diaper

The soaker is sewn in a loop style to dry a bit faster, and wash a bit more thoroughly, but I found it still took quite a while to dry.  While the soaker is all organic cotton, there will still be PUL touching the baby’s skin at the front and back (which will serve as a stopper to prevent leaking and wicking.)

Bumgenius AIO vs 4.0 Bumgenius Elemental leg elastic vs Pocket Diaper Elastic

The size is very similar to the Bumgenius 4.0, but I prefer the leg elastic style of the 4.0.  The elemental is one-size via the same snap down rise the Bumgenius 3.0 & 4.0 Pocket diapers have.

Measurements are of course a wee bit subjective, since you can eke out a little more or less depending on just how you hold it.

Here is the small setting, folded and stretched:

Bumgenius Elemental Small Folded Bumgenius AIO Diaper Small Stretched

Medium folded and stretched:

Bumgenius Organic Diaper Medium FoldedBumgenius Elemental Diaper Medium Stretched

Large folded and stretched:

Bumgenius Elemental Diaper Large Folded Bumgenius Organic AIO Large Stretched

Here it is on my son, who is in the medium setting, at about 18.5 pounds and 30″:

Bumgenius Elemental Medium on BabyBumgenius Organic AIO on Baby

Bumgenius Diaper on 18.5 lb baby

It did fit well, and did not leak (even before it was fully prepped) but I did have to roll the leg elastic in a bit.  My personal preference (which you know if you’ve been reading for a while!) is a pocket diaper with a stay dry inner and Velcro closure.  However, if you are looking for an easy to use all-in-one with an organic soaker, this may be your ticket!

FTC Compliance: I paid normal retail price for this item, which was purchased using a gift certificate I won.  I was not compensated for this review.

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