How does this diaper work? Is it like Econobum or Flip, where you put a folded prefold/insert flat in, or diaper in a prefold and cover?
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Yes, we use a ozocozy prefold in ours. It's very easy and personally way better than an AIO because if your cover doesn't get soiled you can put a new prefold in there and you should be good to go.
235033
It's just like the Econobum or Flip covers - you can use either a prefold or an insert inside of it. We found that the Thirsties covers were really great for when our baby was very small, because they have extra coverage around the leg holes. But, he's already grown out of them (by 7 months).
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Can do both ways depending on size of your insert. My baby is 7.5 months old and between sizes with the ozocozy inserts. For the small size prefold I lay the prefold flat inside a size 2 thirstie. For the larger size prefold, I lay baby down on both and do a loose diapering with the prefold because it is still big on him, then button up the thirstie over it & adjust the cover. When baby is bigger the size 2 prefold will lay flat inside of the size 2 cover.
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They could be placed inside a prefold if extra absorbency is needed. You can place these in pocket diapers, layer on an All-in-one diaper, or even lay these inside a diaper cover (like a bum genius brand Flip diaper.) these are versatile and can be placed directly against babies skin if desired.
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It's an all-in-one, meaning shell and insert altogether. I would consider actual cotton or hemp traditional diapers. The downsides are very exaggerated in my experience and they are much easier to clean, and the "cloth diapers" like this Freetime all have major downsides (see my review) that get little if any attention. I use prefolds and flats and Thirsties covers. No pins or fasteners in the diaper insert - it's just held on by the cover and it works great. FWIW, I didn't like any of the options we tried at first....but with practice I found which I liked and which had bad features. IMO nobody has significantly improved upon old-school diapers. It's an all-in-one, meaning shell and insert altogether. I would consider actual cotton or hemp traditional diapers. The downsides are very exaggerated in my experience and they are much easier to clean, and the "cloth diapers" like this Freetime all have major downsides (see my review) that get little if any attention. I use prefolds and flats and Thirsties covers. No pins or fasteners in the diaper insert - it's just held on by the cover and it works great. FWIW, I didn't like any of the options we tried at first....but with practice I found which I liked and which had bad... » Read More It's an all-in-one, meaning shell and insert altogether. I would consider actual cotton or hemp traditional diapers. The downsides are very exaggerated in my experience and they are much easier to clean, and the "cloth diapers" like this Freetime all have major downsides (see my review) that get little if any attention. I use prefolds and flats and Thirsties covers. No pins or fasteners in the diaper insert - it's just held on by the cover and it works great. FWIW, I didn't like any of the options we tried at first....but with practice I found which I liked and which had bad features. IMO nobody has significantly improved upon old-school diapers. « Show Less
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You can use a snappi. I usually just fold them like regular and fasten the diaper cover with out a snappi though.
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I haven't bit I've found that they work best for me when I fold them in a way where the back is wider. Then when I put it in the cover I fold down the front just a little. This way there is more coverage in the back for poo and a fold in the front to prevent pee from leaking at the top. Hope that helps.
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There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it away in the trash. There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it... » Read More There are many different ways to cloth diaper. I use cloth prefolds (for the absorbent insert) with a waterproof shell (I recommend the Flip Liners). And then I use these liners on top of the pre fold to catch the poo so that all I have to do is grab the liner and flush it down the toilet. You can also use All-in-One diapers or any combination. I did not start using these liners until I was feeding solid food because if you are breastfeeding only the poo can be washed straight down the drain or the washer but once you feed formula or solids you need to flush poo down the toilet or throw it away in the trash. « Show Less
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You can fold them to fit, you will need to double or stuff with another flat diaper or a prefold to get more absorbency.
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Truthfully I haven't had a lot of use with it yet since my baby is only 3 weeks old and we haven't gone out much. It's a simple tri-fold pad that secures with Velcro. It doesn't have pockets or anything to hold wipes or diapers, so if you think you'll need that then you might want to purchase the matching changing station. For me, I think I'll going to be happy with it since I'll always have the diaper bag around to hold what I need. The diaper bag is AWESOME.
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No, this is for a cover only. Rumparooz makes these PUL covers (which I love btw, great fit, no leaks) to go over fitted, prefolds, and etc. They also make a pocket diaper, which probably comes with inserts. This is just the PUL cover though.
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Are you just trying to make the disposable diapers "cute"??? Because that seems like a wast of money to me. You can get outfits that come with covers. I'm not sure why you would want to use it over a disposable. It works great with prefolds and cloth inserts though! I have two and they've been GREAT!
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I assume the reason for this is to provide extra protection. You can create a fold where it's needed for boy or girl BUT I agree. I think it's a pain. These were my least favorite diaper but with and extra stuffing did well for night time. I like grovia but hate they are made in China so alas I resorted to sewing my own. If you can handle it there are some cool wool covers out there you can lay a prefold in them. Those were the best of all.
1623674
Yes, quite well! With cotton pre-folds, I sometimes find that my son's skin is wet when I change his diaper. These leave his skin feeling as dry as it would be in a disposable!
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I'm not sure what you mean by prefold cloth inserts. If they are shaped like the microfiber insert then yes. I double stuff my son's diapers. One charcoal insert and one microfiber bamboo insert. I like these pocket diapers a lot they are durable cute and absorbent. I would recommend them to anyone who likes pocket diapers. I hope this helps
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It doesn't snap down like some newborn covers but it does have a pretty low rise. If you need it a little lower, you can tuck the top down between the baby and prefold/insert, I haven't had any leakage doing this.
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I've read several opinions on this... I haven't tried them yet because my son is still too little to fit these diapers... some people say they put liners in the pocket & put liners on the inside of the cover to get several uses... hope that helps a little...
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Hi! I use bum genius organic all in one. These inserts are great. They seem big initially. U cant place it between the two inner linings but u can lay it on top and the diaper can contain it. Its pretty much the diameter of the entire diaper and is a touch longer but I prefer that because sometimes the snaps on the diaper roll in and pushes on babys belly so this is a nice cushion. I made it work and it keeps baby dry at night. A little bulk y for daytime use though.
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Yep, it's a cover, I even have used them with Flip inserts. It only has a flap in front, and they actually don't recommend using it, but it's good for when you want to have it ready for your husband to use and keep the prefold in place.