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.
A few weeks ago, I went over to BabyKicks to learn some more about the diapers I have been using the past few months. Stephan was nice enough to walk me through all of the features of the new diaper and teach me some tricks for snapping, adjusting and more.
This short video shows off the snaps and sizing of the diaper and also shows a technique for diapering small newborns. I am not the best videographer in the universe (though I do have many other talents) so forgive my first attempt at filming and editing!
I have a few more videos to post over the next few days- so stay tuned!
Some cloth diapers, like Fuzzi Bunz (and other pocket diapers) and All-In-Ones, don’t need a cover for day to day use because they have a waterproof or semi-waterproof outer shell.
Since the BabyKicks One-Size diaper is made entirely out of cloth (hemp and cotton with a touch of polyester for stretch), it does best when used with a cover. You only need a cover or two (one on the baby, one on the line). There are a few different types of covers. Here is a sampling:
WOOL COVERS
Wool Covers, like the Swaddlebees Merino, are great for night use when you might need some backup absorption. They also allow more airflow than the waterproof type of cover and I like them better for daily use. Unless the cover gets soiled or smelly, you can use them many times before they need laundering.
WATERPROOF COVERS
Waterproof covers, like the Bummis Super Brite, are typically "wipe clean" and are best for preventing those catastrophic blowouts and when you need true wetness prevention.
Covers are fun because they come in all kinds of neat colors. Most covers can be used with any type of diaper such as prefolds, pocket diapers or I often use a cover to prevent leaks and messes with disposables on airplanes or when the baby is wearing special clothes
I have some number crunching to do, but I wanted to jot down some thoughts and get some feedback from those of you out there… feel free to comment on the blog or send me an email at dana (At) babykicks.com with your ideas. I’ve also started a conversation in the BabyKicks forum:
A box of 144 size 3 Pampers Baby Dry is $36.99 on drugstore.com which works out to about $0.25 per diaper. Let’s say you use 8 diapers a day, that’s $730 per year on diapers. Assume approximately 2.5 years of diaper use… $1825 in diapers.
Let’s say you buy 16 diapers and 20 medium Joey-Bunz (approximately 2 days and a full washer’s worth). That would cost you $381.20 in materials, which is almost half the price of a year’s worth of Pampers. The BabyKicks one-size diaper grows with your baby, so you don’t need to get a range of sizes, which saves a few dollars, too. Hmmm. Let me think about that some more!
Money aside, consider all of those big boxes of diapers, juggling a baby in your shopping cart while the big box slides out… and watching endless bags of trash leave your house on garbage day. Wow.
There is so much more in play here- like the fact that quantities in those disposable diapers get smaller as the sizes get bigger, older babies use fewer diapers, the cost of washing, etc. I have some homework to do for sure…
I also need to go to Walmart and jot down the price of the biggest box of Parent’s Choice brand, as well as compare to Seventh Generation and other options.
I’d also like to know how many disposable diapers people use in a day, or how many cloth diapers people use in a day… how many cloth diapers you keep “on hand” and more.
I’ll be trolling the Pin, and other resources for calculations, rules of thumb and guidelines- please feel free to point me in the direction of your favorites.
We had the opportunity to beta test the New BabyKicks diaper over the past month or so.
The new diaper is an adjustable one size fitted pocket diaper. There are color coded snaps so that you can adjust the diaper for very small babies through toddlers. The snaps work pretty well, and I have had no trouble getting the diaper adjusted to fit Prospector.
While regular pocket diapers are typically a shell to hold inserts, the BabyKicks diaper works well with or without an insert. For the first few weeks, I didn’t realize that there was a pocket, so I used them without a Joey Bunz, and they worked great. Once I started stuffing the diaper, I noticed increased performance. The diaper absorbed more, and the hemp material close to his skin stayed much drier.
I’d have to say that when used with a hemp insert, these diapers work just as well as disposables during the day and for nap time. I still need to put them through their paces overnight, but I am optimistic. Of course, you will have to change your baby a little bit more often, but in reality, shouldn’t we be changing them every two hours or so anyway? I think disposables have made me lazy when it comes to changing.
Technically speaking, these are not “all in one diapers” because they don’t have the semi-waterproof exterior, so you could benefit from using a cover. I only have a few covers, and I only really use them when we are out and about, so you can get away without one.
You can read the particulars about the new diaper and order yours here.
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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