Our winner from Random.org is comment #336: Amanda Huerta for being referred by Biehl Adventures! CONGRATS!!
**CLOSED**You may have already heard about BabyKicks online cloth diaper classes, and perhaps you’ve already tuned in to one. Either way, if you are looking for information about cloth diapers, pregnant and checking into all the different options available, or are utterly overwhelmed with all the different options available then we are sure you will benefit from this class. It can be much easier to attend a class while you’re at home, on break, or at a friend’s house then it is to pack up the kids, or find a babysitter, and make it on time to a local cloth diapering class (if there is even one available where you live). We started the online classes to make it more convenient for busy and/or expecting parents and also to help inform caregivers and family members about how easy cloth diapers really are. The class may even help to ease skeptics into the idea of changing a cloth diaper. Any type of cloth diapering class is excellent, and local classes are especially good because you can see and touch the items being shown, whereas in our online class this isn’t possible. And, of course that is a downside, but our class is very informative and is also live. This way you can have your questions answered immediately. It’s possible to use our class to become more familiar with cloth before seeking out and attending a class local to your area. Like a “dip your toes in to test the water” kind of thing. The class is twice a month and runs for an hour. Our schedule can be found here,and we hope you will tune in to our next Cloth Diapers 101 webinar!But there’s more! We want to spread the word about cloth diapers and we need your help! We would like you to share this information with as many people as possible. Whether they are currently using, considering, or not even thinking about cloth diapers we want to let everyone know that the option is out there! We are offering a nice little prize pack to whoever can spread the word about our Cloth Diapers 101 webinars to the most people! Here are the details:Tell as many people as you can about our Cloth Diapers 101 webinars and have them leave a comment on our blog, email us, leave a comment on our Facebook page, or Tweet to @BabyKicksUSA telling us you are the one who spread the word about our Cloth Diapers 101 webinars (username is fine, we don’t need to get too personal J). This will enter both of your names into a random drawing for our prize pack. 5 entries for you and the person you refer (no limit to the number of entries you can receive from referrals)
Tweet: {@BabyKicksUSA hosts #ClothDiapers 101 webinars twice a month! Learn all the basics right from your computer! http://www.ustream.tv/channel/babykicks} for 1 entry per day.
Blog about Cloth Diapers 101 webinars and help us get the word out there! Blogging will give you 5 entries. Be sure to leave a link for us J
“Tag” BabyKicks in your status or in a note spreading the word about our Cloth Diapers 101 webinars. 3 entries (once per day).
***Be sure to leave comments for each entry and links when needed. Giveaway ends on Monday September 6th (Labor Day). Winner will be drawn via Random.org and will be announced via Twitter and on our blog and has 48 hours to respond. Another winner will be drawn if there is no response.***The Prize:1 Organic Fitted& 1 Bumboo Pocket Diaper! You can try the best of both worlds with this prize pack and each diaper comes with one of our super trim and absorbent JoeyBunz inserts! Help us spread the word about cloth diapers and win some for yourself while you’re at it!
This is one of the first questions asked by anyone looking into different types of cloth diapers and researching all the options. I think the main reason this question comes across everyone’s mind is due to the significant cost difference between hemp fiber, organic cotton, and conventional cotton products. The truth is, there are significant differences in the absorbency, durability, overall performance, and of course, environmental impact of hemp fiber products versus conventional and synthetic fibers.
First, and probably foremost, is absorbency. These are diapers after all and they need to hold a lot of “liquid”. Hemp is perfect for diapers because it absorbs at least 3x its weight in liquid. This allows for a trimmer fit without sacrificing absorbency. BabyKicks JoeyBunz are a perfect example of this. When microfiber or cotton inserts are replaced with hemp JoeyBunz, the diaper bag suddenly has a lot more room for changes of clothes, mom’s purse, snacks, goodies, etc. We feel that with less bulk babies are able to move more freely and be comfortable while showing off the cute “fluffy butt” that cloth diapers are known for, all at the same time.
Another great fact about hemp based products is that it wears in rather than wearing out. Hemp fibers are one of the most durable known to man so it will hold its shape and become increasingly more malleable with use. That’s right, the more hemp is used and washed, the softer it gets. The fibers are several times stronger than cotton, so garments (including diapers) will outlast other items made with 100% cotton as well as many synthetic products.
Hemp is also naturally antimicrobial, web definition: capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Which means your baby will be naturally protected from rash causing bacteria, fungus, and mold. No rash means happy baby, and happy baby means happy parents. With so much to worry about with a new addition to the family, at least diaper rash is in check.
Speaking of a new addition, one of the most important things for our little ones is having a healthy earth to thrive in. After all, none of us would be here without it, right? So, to return the favor of taking care of us, we should take care of our planet. Using hemp is a great way to be truly eco friendly. It grows well without any pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers, it is drought tolerant which means less water is needed to acquire an adequate crop, it replenishes the soil with nitrogen making it the perfect rotation crop for food farmers, and it grows rapidly, ready for harvest in about 4 months.
Hemp has been known as a “super fiber” for thousands of years and we are finally rediscovering why. Because of its absorbency, durability, mold/mildew resistance, and soft feel it is the perfect material for cloth diapers. Happy baby + Happy planet = Just the way it should be!
With the help of The Cloth Diaper Whisperer we are hosting an Easter Diaper Hunt through the entire month of April! Our general manager, Stephan, is travelling (and hiding) all over Europe with our Bumboo Pocket and Organic Fitted, who we have nicknamed Otto and Maya. They will be sending pictures of landmarks in well known cities as a clue to where they are hiding. If you know where they are you have a chance to win 1 of 6 Easter bags that are guaranteed to include at least one Bumboo Pocket diaper! There will be 5 weeks of giveaways and one GRAND PRIZE at the end. We will also give clues on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday every week throughout the journey on our Facebook page, www.facebook/BabyKicksOrganic. For more information and official rules please visit www.TheClothDiaperWhisperer. Good luck everyone!
We’ve started our BabyKicks Teaching Series! Here is the first video with step by step instructions on how to use our Organic Fitted. We hope the information is helpful and it answers most (if not all) questions anyone may have. Enjoy!
When I was pregnant with my first child and made the decision to use cloth, I originally invested in one size diapers. I didn’t want the hassle of having to buy bigger sizes later on, especially since I had no idea how fast my baby would grow. Plus, in the end it is more economical to buy one diaper that will fit throughout the entire diapering period, rather than two or three different sizes. But, after my baby was born I ran into a problem: all the one size diapers I had in my stash were HUGE on my 7lb newborn. They either came up too far and irritated his cord, or were so bulky through the legs that there were gaps. I had purchased some small prefolds as well, just in case, and those are what I used for the first 2 months until my son was big enough to start fitting the one size diapers. Now, a year later, I see (and know) that it is common for one size diapers to fit after baby has grown some. But, I still love cloth either way.
I was fortunate to test one of our new BabyKicks Organic Fitted diapers on my son starting when he was 11 months old. It fits great! No gaps in the legs and no red marks from the gussets. He is a heavy wetter, so I always double stuff the diaper with 2 JoeyBunz. I noticed after the first time he wore the diaper that the outside wasn’t even damp, so I didn’t need to use a cover. So, this is how he always wears the fitted now, 2 JoeyBunz and no cover. Overnight I use our trifolded Hemparoo prefold with 1 JoeyBunz and a cover. We haven’t had a leak yet, and we use the fitted regularly in our stash. He still has room to grow, and I love that we can use this diaper as a trainer when potty learning time comes. Little Man is 13 months and 20lbs in these pics. Second one shows how the gussets fit around his legs.
Over the past two weeks I’ve been nestling back into being a new mother, again. Getting used to overnight diaper changes and feedings, as well as helping Little Man learn what it means to be a big brother. It’s been an adventure so far, but I think we are starting to fall into a routine and the family love is radiating from all of us. But, in between all the ‘love’ there are loads of laundry to be washed, meals to prepare, and diapers to be changed. I am appreciating how much Little Man likes to help with the household chores, and how much Mini Man (new baby) is content to be carried around in Mama’s wrap.I now alternate the Organic Fitteds I have on both kids. It’s nice to be able to just grab a diaper and not have to worry about it being the right size. Every time I can’t believe how great it fits! Mini is 1 week old and 7lbs in these pics.
I can’t enough of this diaper! It fits our lifestyle and is a great investment. It really is the only diaper needed from birth through potty learning!
Many of us are going green because we know it is good for our children, ourselves, and our environment. We don’t litter, we recycle, we buy organic food, bring our own reusable bags when we go to the grocery store, and, of course, cloth diaper. We are taking all these steps to ensure a healthy, happy planet for the generations to come. But, many of us overlook one of the most earth and health devastating culprits which has saturated our everyday lives. The thing is, we don’t even realize it.
Okay, so most of us know the clothes we wear everyday are made of cotton. Our couch, carpet, curtains, tablecloth, sheets, towels, and stuffed animals… cotton (at least in part). I think many of us also know that cotton is referred to as the ‘king of chemicals’. So, I can’t help but wonder why we continue to buy conventional cotton? We shouldn’t have to wonder if in the end it was worth it. It is cheaper, true. And, it is everywhere. But, don’t we want the best for ourselves and especially our babies?
I came across a very interesting and in depth article that I would like to share with everyone. I also found a shorter version that I am including as well. Both are very informative on the differences between conventional and organic cotton. It truly is amazing that it is the same plant, but they do not in any way compare to each other.
The BabyKicks team would like to invite you to join us at the 7th Annual ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas, Sept. 13-16. Not only will we be featuring our signature Hemp products, but we are very excited to introduce some new ones! Here’s a hint: we are adding some different fabrics. You will have to stop by our booth #5333 at the show to see the ‘goodies’ and get all the details. Hope to see you there!
I had the chance to try out some gDiapers over the past week. There were many things that I liked about them, but I really wasn’t impressed with the flushable/compostable inserts.
I did discover, however, that they worked AWESOME with BabyKicks Joey-Bunz. Of course, you know I am biased since I blog here, but I always give my honest take on anything I try, and they really worked great.
The gDiapers inserts seemed oversized, and I could never really get them crammed into the little plastic sling the way that I wanted.
When I went to change the diaper, it seemed like a lot of the gDiaper insert was unused, so I felt wasteful removing it, but I couldn’t really figure out how I could leave it in there any longer.
Theoretically, the insert is flushable. There are three layers of material that make up the insert. The outer layer is a thin mesh, then there is a fluffy core, and another layer of mesh. In order to flush the gDiaper insert, you need to use your hands to pull open the two outer layers and dump the inner fluff into your toilet. Then you have to use a "swish stick" (included in the kit) to break up the fluff before you flush. The package says not to attempt flushing if you have any doubts about your toilets or pipes. I have a pretty gnarly septic system, so I did not attempt it. It says you can compost, or if you put it in the trash, it will degrade there in a few months.
I like the idea of a biodegradable diaper, but this seemed like a lot of work for little payoff. The inserts are a little on the expensive side (128 Med/Large inserts for $52 when you order from their site which is about on par with the equivalent amount of size 4 Pampers).
So after a few rounds with the gDiaper inserts, I stuck two medium Joey-Bunz into the little plastic hammock inside of the gDiaper. It was a nice, trim fit on Prospector. I didn’t put a cover on him, and the little plastic hammock did its job- he didn’t leak even after a big wet. The only thing that I wish worked differently was that I prefer sticking the Joey-Bunz into a pocket because they really draw the moisture into the core of the diaper and the part that touches the baby stays extra dry (like with our One Size Hemp Diaper, or a compatible pocket diaper like Fuzzi Bunz.) When the insert was soiled, I just did a quick dip in the toilet while I was flushing and threw it into my diaper pail. The gDiaper could be used over and over unless it got wet or dirty.
Another thing to consider is that since the gDiapers are lightweight cotton, if there is a blowout (and there always are a few here and there in life) the diaper itself doesn’t offer any backup protection.
So if you are a gDiaper user- definitely check out BabyKicks Joey-Bunz. Maybe you just use them occasionally, or for backup protection under the flushable inserts, or maybe you switch to using Joey-Bunz full time. Either way, I’d say they are a great enhancement to your diapering arsenal.
There are still a few days left on some of my ebay auctions for slightly irregular Joey-Bunz. For about $35 plus shipping you can try Joey-Bunz with your gDiapers and potentially save yourself a ton in refill costs.
If you have any questions about my experience with gDiapers (they are definitely still in my rotation) head over to this thread in the BabyKicks forum and let’s start talking more.
This Hemp Diaper does it all and when we designed it we had your baby’s comfort in mind. That is, for example, why we developed a special new hemp/cotton/polyester blend giving you a one of a kind hemp diaper. This fabric is very very soft and ‘comfortable’, super-stretchy and best of all it does not stiffen over time!
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