When it comes to cloth diapering that little bum it helps to know your options:
Diapers
Flat Diapers - First cloth diapers were flat diapers, a rectangle of absorbent material folded around your baby’s bum.
Pre-Folded Diapers -Pre-Folded diapers (sometimes called Indian or Chinese pre-folds) are almost identical to flat diapers. Pre-folds are a multi-layered square of fabric, usually sewn into three panels with extra layers in the centre panel for added absorbency.
Contour Diapers - A contour diaper is a number of layers of absorbent fabric cut in bone or an hourglass shape. Some may also have elastic around the legs and waist for a better fit.
Fitted Diapers - Fitted diapers are a more advanced version of the contour diapers. The only difference is snaps or hook and loop (Velcro or Aplix) closures.
Pocket Diapers - Pocket diapers consist of two parts: a waterproof outer layer with an inner layer of fleece and an insert. The two layers are sewn together in such a way as to leave an opening at the back into which you put an insert of your choice.
All-In-Ones - All-In-Ones (AIOs) aim to provide the ultimate in convenience by providing everything you need in one step with no fasteners or separate covers required. Absorbent material and waterproof cover are built into one diaper. They are not as breathable as two-part diapering system and they tend to take longer to dry.
Diaper Covers
Vinyl, Vinyl-Coated Polyester, PVC - The diaper covers of our parents – these are made with harmful polyvinyl chloride, a plastic that may contain phthalates, an endocrine disruptor. They are not breathable or durable. Not a good choice.
Polyurethane Laminate (PUL) - PUL covers are made with knitted polyester or cotton that has been treated with polyurethane, making them waterproof but breathable and mildew resistant.
Wool - Wool is naturally anti-bacterial and can absorb up to one-third of its weight in moisture without feeling wet. A high-quality wool cover made from untreated wool is soft and not scratchy at all as many people might think. It also provides regulated body temperature keeping your baby cool in summer and warm in winter.
Fleece - An alternative to wool, fleece is made of 100% polyester, which wicks moisture away from baby’s skin. Fleece is machine washable, but can be prone to detergent build up, which may decrease performance.
Extras
Liners - A thin layer of soft flushable cellulosic fibre between baby’s bum and diaper to absorb any solid mess. Simply discard the soiled liner in the toilet and flush it away.
Doublers - An extra layer of soft, absorbent fabric added to a diaper to increase absorbency. They are perfect for naps, overnight or for babies who wet heavily.
Inserts - They are a wide variety of materials used in the pocket of a pocket diaper.
Diapers
Flat Diapers - First cloth diapers were flat diapers, a rectangle of absorbent material folded around your baby’s bum.
Pre-Folded Diapers -Pre-Folded diapers (sometimes called Indian or Chinese pre-folds) are almost identical to flat diapers. Pre-folds are a multi-layered square of fabric, usually sewn into three panels with extra layers in the centre panel for added absorbency.
Contour Diapers - A contour diaper is a number of layers of absorbent fabric cut in bone or an hourglass shape. Some may also have elastic around the legs and waist for a better fit.
Fitted Diapers - Fitted diapers are a more advanced version of the contour diapers. The only difference is snaps or hook and loop (Velcro or Aplix) closures.
Pocket Diapers - Pocket diapers consist of two parts: a waterproof outer layer with an inner layer of fleece and an insert. The two layers are sewn together in such a way as to leave an opening at the back into which you put an insert of your choice.
All-In-Ones - All-In-Ones (AIOs) aim to provide the ultimate in convenience by providing everything you need in one step with no fasteners or separate covers required. Absorbent material and waterproof cover are built into one diaper. They are not as breathable as two-part diapering system and they tend to take longer to dry.
Diaper Covers
Vinyl, Vinyl-Coated Polyester, PVC - The diaper covers of our parents – these are made with harmful polyvinyl chloride, a plastic that may contain phthalates, an endocrine disruptor. They are not breathable or durable. Not a good choice.
Polyurethane Laminate (PUL) - PUL covers are made with knitted polyester or cotton that has been treated with polyurethane, making them waterproof but breathable and mildew resistant.
Wool - Wool is naturally anti-bacterial and can absorb up to one-third of its weight in moisture without feeling wet. A high-quality wool cover made from untreated wool is soft and not scratchy at all as many people might think. It also provides regulated body temperature keeping your baby cool in summer and warm in winter.
Fleece - An alternative to wool, fleece is made of 100% polyester, which wicks moisture away from baby’s skin. Fleece is machine washable, but can be prone to detergent build up, which may decrease performance.
Extras
Liners - A thin layer of soft flushable cellulosic fibre between baby’s bum and diaper to absorb any solid mess. Simply discard the soiled liner in the toilet and flush it away.
Doublers - An extra layer of soft, absorbent fabric added to a diaper to increase absorbency. They are perfect for naps, overnight or for babies who wet heavily.
Inserts - They are a wide variety of materials used in the pocket of a pocket diaper.
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