BakersDozen Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 My eyes are bugging out and my brain is frazzled (more than it already was after a full week of juggling school and kids!) from looking at site after site for cloth diapering! Good grief, I've used basic Chinese prefolds, vinyl pants and pins for almost 16 years with no problem yet seeing all the options out there...amazing! Finances dictate that I stick with my current system however I do want diaper covers as the vinyl pants get holes in them way too fast. Are Thirsties what I want? I keep reading descriptions of every kind of diaper cover and think this is what I want, right? A basic cover, not an AIO, just something to contain the wetness like vinyl pants do. It would be so nice to have the $ to spend on all the cool cloth diapering options out there...oh well, not to be with twins and a toddler in diapers! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Jen* Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 (edited) Yes - Thirsties covers are workhorses. I've used them for 5 years. I have some of my original covers that are still in good condition. Also pick up a few packs of snappis. Much easier than pins and cheap. Edited January 28, 2012 by *Jen* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties are a really good cover, good at containing messes. I haven't tried the new Duos, but I really liked the regular sized covers. The gussets work really well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted January 28, 2012 Author Share Posted January 28, 2012 The gussets work really well. What is a gusset?? Also pick up a few packs of snappis. Much easier than pins and cheap. A friend let us borrow some of these. I'm sorry to say that they made both me and my dh crazy! It felt like we needed 3 hands to get them on right and neither of us could get the diaper tight enough like we can with pins. I'm just a lot more careful now with pins than I was with baby #3 when I pinned her diaper to her...on both sides. oops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kesmom Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 I have tried several brands of covers through the years. Thirsties fit nicely but have worn out faster than others in my experience. The most durable IMO is Bummis Super Whisper Wrap - they have a slightly thicker material. I am currently also trying out a couple Econobum covers that work well, but they are even thinner than Thirsties so I am a bit skeptical on how long they will last. With any of these covers you can also just tri-fold the prefolds instead of fastening them. Or try a Snappi - love those! I usually order from Abby's Lane - great service! I would also recommend looking at Green Mountain Diapers because they have a lot of pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHowell Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties have a great reputation, and a lot of our clients are also using the Flip covers with their prefolds and loving it. Since $ is an issue, try diaperswappers.com to find used diaper covers. You can usually find GREAT deals there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted January 28, 2012 Author Share Posted January 28, 2012 OK, wait a minute...one site shows Thirsties with a hook/loop closure yet another site has velcro. Which do I want??? AARGH, the options are too much for me!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHowell Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 What is a gusset?? Gussets are the elastic around the legs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 OK, wait a minute...one site shows Thirsties with a hook/loop closure yet another site has velcro. Which do I want??? AARGH, the options are too much for me!! Hook and loop and velcro are the same. Thirsties do come in snaps now; I prefer snaps because I hate that aplix/velcro/hook and loop snags everything, collects lint, and curls up over time, but you are a little more limited in adjusting the fit by snaps, and some babysitters/grandparents/dads seem to have a hard time figuring snaps out. But I personally prefer snaps on everything. Bummis Super Whisper Wraps are nice. The Super Brites have gussets and come in more colors/patterns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted January 28, 2012 Author Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thank you all for the input/education! I feel like I'm learning a new language, lol. And, how cool is this?? A stroller I've been posting on craigslist for months sold just minutes after I decided to purchase diaper covers! Yeah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacus2 Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties are nice, but I found Bummis Super Whisper Wraps to be very nice and extremely durable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties are nice, but I found Bummis Super Whisper Wraps to be very nice and extremely durable. I used these years ago, and they were great ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 LuvnMySevn, Do you want my stash? I have a ton of covers and diapers that I think you would find very useful. I don't mind shipping them to you if you tell me you are over the baby blues and into the baby sweets. Love, Nadia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsJewelsRae Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 When I wasn't using my favorite Bum Genius diapers, I really liked the Bummis Super Whisper Wraps, they never leaked or wicked, no blowouts, I could wash them out in the sink and they'd be dry pretty fast, plus they're super cute! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted January 28, 2012 Author Share Posted January 28, 2012 Do you want my stash? I have a ton of covers and diapers that I think you would find very useful. I don't mind shipping them to you if you tell me you are over the baby blues and into the baby sweets. :ohmy: :w00t: ARE YOU SERIOUS??? Oh my goodness, oh my goodness!!!!! Can you ship yourself here along with your diapers?! :D Yes, the baby "sweets" have definitely replaced the blues. Tonight I was watching Miss Juliette as she tried so hard to talk to me, watching her eyes and precious fat face, and I wish I could go back and not miss the time I feel I missed with her. Yet I am so thankful that here I am enjoying my wee ones and loving on them until they both tell me to stop (in so many words, lol). Egads, leaky eyes here...again. You are amazing...you do know that, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 PM me your address and over the next week I'll get the box out to you. We're all in this together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties are nice, but I found Bummis Super Whisper Wraps to be very nice and extremely durable. :iagree: except I think thirsties are less than nice. I love bummis super whisper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeaganS Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 I don't like Bummis Whisper Wraps. They are so thick, I feel like I'm putting a raincoat on my baby's bum. Thirsties are my go-to, but I actually really like Econobums. I know they are cheap, and I only got them because they were on sale for $5 each and I just needed a few extra covers for those laundry cycles where my daughter messed up all her good ones. Now I find that I reach for them first! BTW, I've had my Thirsties for 3 years (in constant use) and they've held up fine. I do prefer the snaps to velcro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 I used to like thirsties, but then I tried Econobums and they are amazing. Very cheap, never leak, very thin to go under clothes. Flips are o.k. and I like Bummis Super Lite but they cut into my baby's thighs. BSWW are good and leak proof but stiff and thick. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 So Awesome you found some covers. ;) Making me tear up. I am also in the snap camp. I had issues with velcro and tummies getting scratched. I learned how to make my own covers out of pul, fold over elastic, velour and snaps. They worked great as I got to love pocket diapers with my last. Can't believe in a month I am going to be back to diapering. So excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertmum Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 You've just got a stash but if you feel like adding to it (trust me, cloth nappies are addictive), try some fleece covers, or wool. I never had any accidents with these and there washed easily. Wool might need some treating but fleece as easy as 1-2-3, and cheap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Yes, wool is wonderful. I knit covers and love Kissas or Aristocrats for overnight dipes. I have some Disana but I need to felt them down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeaganS Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 I used to like thirsties, but then I tried Econobums and they are amazing. Very cheap, never leak, very thin to go under clothes. Flips are o.k. and I like Bummis Super Lite but they cut into my baby's thighs. BSWW are good and leak proof but stiff and thick. Good luck! I'm so glad someone agrees with me! I thought I was crazy. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Well, it's possible we share the same insanity. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagel270 Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Sounds like you're all set, but just letting everyone know, the Thirsties Duo Wraps run small. The size ones were put away by the time my lo turned three months, about 15 lbs. Thirsties are my favorite, but maybe I'll try some Econobums next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Yes, they do run small. I never tried size 2 because the 1's were so small. But they are so cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scuff Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 (edited) I use Thisties Duo covers. They're great. I tried Kissuluv marvels when dd was first born. But they were bulky and too tight around her skinny little legs. I also have a bummis cover. It works, but I like how the thirsties have snaps to adjust the rise. The bummis and thirsties were the same size, but all that extra fabric (when she was at the small end of the size weight range) could be snapped away with the thirsties for a better fit. The Duos are also nice because there's only 2 sizes to buy. Eta- I never noticed them running small. But dd is petite. She's almost 15 mos old and just hitting 20 lbs. She is still wearing size 2s on the lowest rise. i suppose if you have largeish babies that you might want to listen to the other advice instead. Edited January 28, 2012 by Scuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mothergooseof4 Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Oh how I miss my cloth diapering days. I used to have a website and made custom wool sockets and pants. So fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imagine.more Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 Thirsties covers are hands down my favorite covers, I got rid of all my other ones. I make some similar to Thirsties now because those were the best ones. The gussets make all the difference. And they come in cute colors :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punchie Posted January 28, 2012 Share Posted January 28, 2012 BSWW - Bummis Super Whisper Wraps were my workhorse cover for DD5. For DD2 and DS, my workhorses are Thirsties Duo Wraps. My smaller Duos are still going strong on their second baby. If you're not sure, I would get maybe 2-3 of several different kinds of covers to see what works best for your baby. What fits my baby might not be so good for yours. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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