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Cloth Diapering

Lil’ Eco Cloth Diaper Review

August 23, 2016 by Laura Tucker 98 Comments

I RECEIVED THESE PRODUCTS AT NO COST TO FACILITATE MY REVIEW. HOWEVER, ALL THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED ARE COMPLETELY MY OWN

Almost 2 years ago to this very day, I found out that I was going to become a mother for the very first time. My heart was instantly overwhelmed with joy and excitement, but it wasn’t long before reality really started to sink in and a flood of all sorts of emotions started creeping in. I could go from thrilled, to scared, to optimistic, to doubtful about anything or everything in 2 seconds flat! Those pregnancy hormones are really something else, y’all.

Although planning for a baby is so much fun, it’s also equally overwhelming. What kind of car seat will we buy? Are these crib sheets the best on the market? What’s the safety rating on this stroller? Will I breast feed or should I consider formula? Should I choose disposable diapers or is cloth a good option? How am I going to pay for all of this? What about child care? What’s the deal with all of this natural and organic stuff? FOR REAL you guys. It seems like the choices and options are never ending! And sometimes parents can really feel the pressure when it comes to making these choices. When it’s all said and done, we all want to do what’s best for our babies. One choice in particular that we made for our daughter has been a source of so much pride and joy for us.

Lil Eco Cloth Diaper Review…

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Filed Under: Cloth Diapering, For the Kids, Product Reviews Tagged With: cloth diaper review, cloth diapers hawaii, lil eco pro, Lil' Eco Cloth diapers

Dog Days of Summer

July 11, 2016 by Laura Tucker 27 Comments

The official “first day of summer” was June 20th, but it’s been summer here in Alabama since late April at least! It it H-O-T outside, and my sweet little toddler is going crazy bouncing off of our walls just begging to go outside. She absolutely loves to be outdoors, but there’s such a small window of time early in the morning and in the late afternoon that we can do it without feeling like we’re going to suffer a heat stroke.

So on those special occasions when we do get to go outside, we make sure we head towards the shaded parts of our yard and let loose!

Sweet Summertime Cloth Diaper Giveaway Ends 7/31…

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8 Things I Learned During My 1st Year of Cloth Diapering

June 6, 2016 by Laura Tucker 72 Comments

Affiliate links are included throughout this post at absolutely no cost to you. I only promote what I truly love! I hope these 8 Things I Learned Cloth Diapering help you out as you seek out a better diapering solution for your little one!

Almost 1 year ago to this very day, I put my very first cloth diaper on my tiny little 1 month old baby girl. I had anxiously been awaiting that moment since before she was even born! I was excited, hopeful, nervous and everything in between. I had put in countless hours of research and preparation to get us to that point, and I was hoping and praying that we would find success in our new endeavor. It was something that I really wanted to work for our family, but I knew that there would be a lot of things that I wouldn’t be able to know or learn until we took that leap and tried it ourselves.

And here we are one full year in, and we’re SO happy with our decision to cloth diaper our child. Just as expected, I’ve learned quite a few things along the way. I thought I’d share those things with all of you who may be looking into choosing cloth for your little one. These are the top 8 things I’ve learned that came to my mind when looking back on the past year. Be sure to read all the way to the bottom, because some lucky duck is going to snag a cloth diaper to add to their own collection!

8 Things I Learned During Our First Year of Cloth Diapering - Southern Made Simple…

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Filed Under: Cloth Diapering, Current Giveaways, For the Kids Tagged With: Buttons Cloth Diaper Review, cloth diapering, cloth diapers, How to cloth diaper, Things Learned Cloth Diapering

6 Things to Consider Before Cloth Diapering

January 10, 2016 by Laura Tucker 2 Comments

If you’ve been following Southern Made Simple for a while, you probably know that I am a cloth diaper lover. I’ve made a few posts in the past reviewing different cloth diaper brands and inserts that I love. (You can view a few different posts here.) But if you’re new to this site, and especially if you’re new to cloth diapering all together, I want to wholeheartedly welcome you!

6 Things to Consider Before Cloth Diapering

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Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts – A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

December 14, 2015 by Laura Tucker 4 Comments

I received these products at no cost to facilitate my review. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed are completely my own.

When people express interest in cloth diapering and start doing their research, they often are surprised at how many different options there are when it comes to styles and inserts. Prefolds, AIO’s, AI2’s, snaps, hook & loop, microfiber, bamboo, cotton, fleece, hemp, etc. It seems like it goes on and on. It can certainly be overwhelming if you let it! I mean, we all want what’s best for our baby. How in the world do we know where to even begin and what to choose?!

When I started getting really serious about cloth diapering, I decided to break it down and learn about 2-3 different things each day over the course of around 2 weeks. I found it to be so much easier that way. No information overload! I was really interested in the natural fibers as I learned that they are typically more absorbent and are safe to use against the skin. However, once I started building my stash I very quickly accumulated mostly microfiber inserts. I feel that I wound up with more microfiber because, frankly, they’re cheaper. I became a little off-put by the natural inserts because they’re a good bit pricier. But friends, let me just tell you. Having some natural insert options in your stash is WONDERFUL!

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper ReviewI have a little cloth diaper confession to make. I have been cloth diapering my child since she was 1 month old. I’ve been a member of numerous Facebook support/chat groups regarding cloth diapering, and I’ve done a lot of research on using cloth during the daytime and nighttime. However, I’ve never cloth diapered my child at night. Why? Because I’ve been too scared to do it. I was scared because I felt that typically people have the most issues with leakage at night. I had such a good fit and good daytime routine with my diapers that I didn’t want anything to steal my thunder. I didn’t want to become frustrated with any aspect with cloth because I love it so much. That’s why I never did it at night. I was scared of losing my fire for cloth because of the chance of leaks. Phew, I’m glad I got that off of my chest! Perhaps there are some other cloth diapering parents that are in the same boat as me. If that’s the case, I urge you to go ahead and try it!

I’m also pumped to share how I took that leap and am jumping for joy on the nighttime side…with no leaks!

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

I received a very special package from Buttons Diapers. I must note that I’ve always loved their packaging. It makes me think of that line in the song, “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music. You know, “brown paper packages tied up with string…these are a few of my favorite things!” 😉

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

I received a hemp/cotton nighttime doubler and a microfiber nighttime doubler, both in size small. I also received a one size diaper cover in peony. It’s a gorgeous color, and I have always loved the fit of Buttons diapers. You can read more about my love for Buttons here.

Now, before I get started with the review of the inserts and the diaper, let me share with you a few differences that I personally have found between microfiber and hemp in general:

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

The Buttons brand nighttime doubler inserts are designed to snap into your diaper with a daytime insert snapped on top like so:

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

In this photo I am using the microfiber nighttime doubler with a microfiber daytime insert on top.

Check out this awesome video from Amy over at Buttons Diapers! She explains the microfiber doublers in great detail!

Since this was our first time ever using cloth at night, I was definitely nervous! I trust Buttons cloth diapers more than most other diapers in my stash during the day time. If I was going to use cloth at night, I felt peace knowing we were using one of the best brands! We started with the microfiber doubler and a microfiber daytime insert on top. The microfiber doubler has 6 absorbent layers and the daytime insert has 4 layers. Each time we put on the diaper, I found the fit to be pretty bulky. This was expected, though. Most night time diapers require more inserts/fabric, so that butt is going to be extra fluffy! I found the fit to still be great around the legs, which I was so happy to see. My concern came with the elastic at the very top of the back of the diaper. Because the inserts were pretty bulky, they created a tiny gap between the elastic and my daughter’s skin. My first thought was that this was going to leak, but I decided to continue to put my trust into Buttons and really put these inserts to the test!

Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts - A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

My baby typically sleeps throughout the entire night. I was nervous that she’d wake up feeling wet, but she slept beautifully and we woke up with ABSOLUTELY NO LEAKS! I got pretty excited, but I wanted to be sure I didn’t just get really lucky on our first try. We then tried out the hemp/cotton doubler. I was expecting the hemp/cotton insert to be a little more trim than the microfiber insert, but it seemed to be roughly the same thickness. I am guessing that this is because it is a hemp/cotton blend and not solely hemp. The hemp insert is made with 5 layers of natural fabric to ensure maximum absorbency. My daughter slept beautifully again, and with no leaks!

I have found that we get a better fit with the doublers when we let out completely all of the rise settings. She normally wears it on a medium rise setting. I don’t feel that this is supposed to work this way, but it worked fine for us, so we’ll continue to do it that way. I’m just excited that we’ve found a nighttime solution that has worked for us! I even feel a little spoiled that we’ve had no leak issues at all. Thanks, Buttons! 😀

As far as preferring one over the other, I feel that the jury is still out. There’s things about the microfiber inserts that I love, and there’s things about the hemp inserts that I love. I don’t love how long the hemp inserts take to dry. I choose to air dry my inserts, and they take a good day and a half to dry when hanging indoors. The microfiber inserts take far less time. The hemp/cotton inserts also require more initial prepping. Natural fibers require 6-8 washes before becoming fully absorbent, while microfiber only takes 3-4 initial wash cycles.  While I feel that both were very absorbent and got the job done, I do feel more confident that the hemp inserts absorb more liquid. I think both inserts are necessary to any stash, but I definitely recommend the hemp/cotton doublers!

You can purchase Buttons Diapers and inserts by visiting their website here.

The nighttime doublers are available to purchase in a single or double pack. Microfiber nighttime inserts start out at just $5 and the hemp/cotton nighttime inserts start at $9.75! They also have a beautiful collection of covers. Prints are $12.50 and solid colors are $11.

Can we talk about how cute this newly released “Jack Frost” print is?! This would be a perfect holiday gift for your little one! 😉

 Microfiber vs. Hemp Cloth Diaper Inserts – A Buttons Cloth Diaper Review

Filed Under: Cloth Diapering, For the Kids Tagged With: buttons, cloth diaper, cloth diaper inserts, diaper

Diapers That Are Cute As A Button! {Buttons Cloth Diaper Review + Video}

November 15, 2015 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

Before I was even pregnant with my daughter, I knew that I wanted to give modern cloth diapers a try. I always love when people ask me about cloth diapering my child and tilt their head and give me a concerned look. It cracks me up! Seriously, I think people automatically assume that I bust out the safety pins and linens to diaper my child. I often have to take a step back and realize that even though modern cloth has been increasing in popularity over the last 10-ish years, many people still just don’t know about it. They think nothing has really changed since, I don’t know, the 1950’s?

But y’all, modern cloth rocks! It is leaps and bounds better than it was all those years ago. Heck, it’s leaps and bounds better today than it was last year, and the year before that, and so on! It just gets better. Every time you turn around, someone has found a way to improve modern cloth to make it easier for parents and better for baby.

When people approach me and want to know how to get started with cloth, they often ask me what brand they should buy. My answer is always this: Don’t buy just one brand! In my opinion, it’s important to buy multiple brands, because each brand may have something different to offer. What I mean is, certain brands may not fit your baby well, or you may not like the style, or maybe you find that they don’t do that great of a job. By trying multiple brands, you’ll find what works best for your baby. Once you find a brand that you love, you can then make a larger purchase. I have several diaper brands that I love, and some that I just don’t. I would have never known had I not decided to try several different kinds!

Cloth Diapers that are cute as a button! Buttons Cloth Diaper - Review

One of my favorite brands is Buttons Diapers. Hands down. I have fallen head over heals in love them for the following reasons:

  1. Ease of use:
    • There’s no stuffing. There’s no taking FOREVER to dry. There’s no awkward bulk. You just snap in a Buttons brand insert and go! So easy!
    • You can also reuse the cover through multiple changes if it doesn’t get soiled. If it’s just a wet diaper, unsnap the insert and pop in another one. Hooray for less laundry!
  2. The Prints:
    • I’m not sure I really need to elaborate much here. You can see some of the adorable prints for yourself. Check them out!
  3. The Double Gussets:
    • Double gussets are one of my favorite features of ANY cloth diaper. Not all cloth diapers have them, but all Buttons brand diapers have them. They are so great and helping keep all contents of the diaper INSIDE the diaper. Double gussets are actually not specific to Buttons. I’m not sure who created this trend in diapers, but I want to hug them and invite them over for dinner. Seriously.
  4. The inserts:
    • They rock. I love love love them! They hold up really nicely and are very absorbent. I currently only have the daytime microfiber inserts, but I’ve put a word in with Santa Claus on Taralynn’s behalf. She’s got her eye on those nighttime doublers! 😉
  5. The Price:
    • From my experience, I’ve seen prices for cloth diapers range all over the board. I’ve seen some “China cheapies” for as low as $2, and I’ve seen some beautiful hand made diapers on Etsy as high as $60-$70+. We don’t purchase the cheapies (you get what you pay for), and I just can’t even fathom paying $60 for a diaper. Buttons are such an affordable option, coming in at just $11 for solid colors and $12.50 for prints. The inserts are sold separately. You can pick up a 3 pack for just $10.50! For the cost of 2 packs of disposable diapers, you can have a diaper that can be reused and will fit your child until they’re ready to potty train. Win/win!

Are your diapers cute as a button? Buttons cloth diaper - Review

 

My daughter and I put together this short little video clip to give you a full view of the Buttons Diapers – inside and out! If you’re new to cloth diapers and are looking for a great starter diaper, I think these are a great option. If you’re a cloth diaper veteran and have never tried Buttons before, DO IT! I think you’ll really like them!

I have not been compensated in any way for this post. All opinions are strictly my own. I only share what I love!

Filed Under: Cloth Diapering, For the Kids

Simba and Mama Cloth Diaper Review

October 24, 2015 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

Have you heard about Simba and Mama pocket cloth diapers? They’re a brand new company in the cloth diaper world, and they are already doing big and wonderful things!

Simba & Mama Cloth Diaper Review + Video - Southern Made SImple

When you purchase one pocket diaper from Simba and Mama (available on Amazon), one will be donated to a baby and mama in Bali, Indonesia. I love sharing the cloth love with others, and I am thrilled that modern cloth is becoming available to the Balinese people through this company. Check out my review below to hear my thoughts about the fit, price, and company as a whole!

Simba & Mama Cloth Diaper Review + Video - Southern Made SImple

Simba & Mama Cloth Diaper Review + Video - Southern Made SImple

Filed Under: Cloth Diapering, For the Kids Tagged With: cloth diaper, cloth diaper review, SImba and Mama

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