Oeko Popo Diapers Review and $25 gift card giveaway!!

I am SO excited to get to tell you about Oeko Popo Diapers! I was contacted by them to see if I would be interested in reviewing their size 1 diaper.  Being a cloth diaper enthusiast addict, of course I said heck yeah!

These diapers are unique because they can be more than one kind of diaper!! Let me explain:

You can use their diapers with a snap-in insert as an All-in-One or All-in-Two. 

You can attach their patent pending one size insert sleeve to use your OPD as a pocket diaper with double gussets. 

You can trifold a prefold and use it as a diaper cover. 

Lots of options!

Details about the diaper:

"The Oeko Popo has a wipeable inner so that you can reuse it again and again, unless it is soiled, by just wiping over it! The flaps hold the insert in place and cover over the snaps for maximal comfort.

Our unique gussets are one of our trademark designs. They are contured, pointing inward, creating a superior poo barrier without gaps. The white stripe of fabric protects against leakage. The elastic is gentle on the thighs while still being strong enough to contain explosions.
OPDs come in two sizes:

• Size 1 fits from 5-18lbs
• Size 2 fits from 8-40lbs

 Size 2 is more of an One Size, while Size 1 will provide a great trim fit in those early months. You can even snap down the middle (snap the rise snap onto the top socket) to protect the umbilical cord of a newborn."



Details about the snap-in insert:

"These inserts are your trimmest option in our diapering system. They snap into the cover to prevent shifting. They are made out of a stay dry layer that keeps your baby comfortable, 3 layers of super absordent microfiber and one layer of PUL to keep pee inside of the insert.
Our inserts, combined with our cover make a great, trim diaper!
They also come in 2 sizes:

• Size 1 fits from 5-20lbs

• Size 2 fits from 10-40lbs"

Check out their video:

Our Experience:

One Word:  LOVE

The first feature (and the feature I probably love most) is the superior fit of the size 1 diaper on Andrew.  Andrew was probably around 7 pounds when I first tried this diaper on him.  Looking at it, I thought.."hmm..I think he's still too small" -- but I was wrong!! It fits him PERFECTLY!!  The double layer of snaps is super easy to use, too! And it's going to fit him for awhile too...which I love!

The second feature I love is the gussets!! Especially with newborns, gussets are the magic word.  When you hear that explosion that makes you think your newborn's butt literally blew up...you can rest assured their poop isn't leaving the diaper!!

The third feature I love is the re-usablity of the cover! You can just wipe it down and bam! ready to use again!

The fourth feature I love is the versatility of the cover! I use it with the insert it came with...but also a fitted diaper and finally, a prefold. 

The fifth feature that I love is the snap-in insert.  The insert is quite absorbent and soft.  It's also easy to use.  Now, I do use it a bit differently than the website recommends.  I snap it in but I don't tuck it under the flap in the front. 

The final feature that I love..and that I know you all will too..is the PRICE.  The cover?  $11.95 (or $18.95 for custom embroidered).  The inserts?  Right now...they are on sale for $3.95!!! (I am getting ready to buy 2 more). 

For around $16 you have a fabulously absorbent, trim and cute diaper!!

And now one of you gets the chance to win a $25 gift card to use at Oeko Popo Diapers!! How awesome is that?!?!

Just use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter (Don't see it? Wait just a minute..sometimes it takes a while to load).

I can't just sit and do nothing...

If you have followed my page for long, you've seen the fundraisers we've had for Keegan.  If you are new--let me share his story with you. 

Keegan was diagnosed with brain cancer when he was just months old.  His parents have been on a roller coaster as they have treated the cancer, thought they beat it, only to have it return.  He is now 2 and at his most recent MRI check-up it was discovered his cancer had spread throughout his brain and spine.  The doctors said there is nothing more they can do.  They sent the family home with Hospice care.  

My heart is just broken for Beth and her family.  I can't begin to imagine what they must be feeling.  I saw recently that Beth and her family are considering seeking alternative forms of cancer treatment--as traditional forms are no longer effective.  Unfortunately, these are not covered by insurance.  


Enter me, and hopefully a lot of you.  I want to put together a HUGE raffle with items of $20 value or greater.  The more items there are, the more winners there are.  Cost to enter the raffle will be $5/per person--paid via PayPal.  

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Thank You, Von Maur

Today, I took the boys on my very first outing -- just the 3 of us! We went to "Toddler Tuesday" at Jefferson Pointe--which is an outdoor mall about 45 minutes from where we live.  We had a fabulous time and one place I want to thank for that is Von Maur.


Why am I thanking Von Maur?  2 words:  Mother's Room.  Yep, they have a room just for moms.  It's fabulous.  There's a changing table that has a contoured changing pad -- soft and cushy! There's a sink, a chair, table and carpet.  The door locks -- so it's for one mom at a time.  It's spacious--our stroller fit in there with NO problems.  It's just fabulous.  I was able to bring the boys in and let Collin roam while I nursed and changed Andrew.  There was nothing for Collin to get into so he could just hang out, waiting on us.  It was so nice not having to worry about Collin trying to get away while I was tending to Andrew. 

So thank you, Von Maur, for realizing that a bathroom stall is not an acceptable place for me to feed my child.

Thank you, Von Maur, for not putting the changing table in the middle of a crowded bathroom. 

Thank you, Von Maur, for understanding the difficulty of corralling a toddler while trying to change the other baby's diaper. 

Thank you, Von Maur, for creating a space where I feel 100% relaxed and comfortable while tending to my children. 

The Little Bee Co. Cloth Diapers Diaper Drop in Jinja, Uganda

If you follow me on Facebook or twitter, you have most likely seen me profess my love for the newborn diapers from The Little Bee Co. Cloth Diapers. They are, without a doubt, our favorite newborn diaper.  We also love their one-size bamboo diaper as well--Collin does too...whenever it goes on him he says "soft!"

Anyways, I wanted to share some links with you.  Each time you or anyone else buys a diaper from this company, they donate one to an orphan.  Once they collect enough diapers, they do a diaper drop.  Well, they just had a diaper drop in Jinja, Uganda and I wanted to share their pictures and video.  Several of the diapers we bought Andrew helped provide diapers for babies in the Serving His Children compound. 

Here is a link to photos from the drop:

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.177955262250721.38359.177627585616822&type=1

Here is the video:



If you are in the market for newborn diapers or one-size diapers, I strongly encourage you to check out these diapers.  Not only are they FABULOUS...but you would be supporting an amazing mission as well...

Cloth Diapering A Bitty Newborn

So, if you remember, Andrew came out quite smaller than anyone thought he would be (due to the unknown partial abruption of my placenta at the end of pregnancy).  While he was estimated to be at least 7 lbs, he was born 5 lbs 12 ounces!  Considering Collin was 8 lbs 12 ounces, this was quite a shock to us! We weren't used to a bitty guy!!

Well, one thing that has been new is cloth diapering a little guy! Collin came out at a good size for most regular newborn diapers and was in OS diapers in just a few weeks.  Andrew is going to be in newborn diapers for a little bit longer, I'm guessing.

Anywho, we've discovered several brands we like.  I wanted to share our experiences in case you are on the hunt for newborn diapers!


#1:  The Little Bee Co. Cloth Diapers "Bitty Bee Changed Diaper":  These are an AIO with snaps, including a snap-down center to accommodate the belly button clamp with newborns.  These fit Andrew from birth! The gussets around the legs ensure you won't have blow-outs or leaks. Oh and the all natural bamboo lining is sooo soft!! They take awhile to dry in the dryer but outside they do even better!! These are my absolute favorite newborn diaper.  I especially recommend these if you expect to have a little one. 

You can see more and/or order them here.

#2:  Grovia Newborn Diapers:  These are an AIO with snaps, including a snap-down center.  Although a bit bulky on Andrew, they do fit his skinny little legs well.  I like that they have a natural cotton inner.  And I like that the insert is sewn on to the diaper, not sewn in.  Makes for quicker drying times! We were able to use these from birth!

You can see more and/or order them here.

#3:  Rumparooz Lil Joeys:  Again, these are an AIO with snaps, including a snap-down center.  These fit Andrew beautifully.  We have not had any leak issues.  These have fit since birth. They do take awhile to dry in the dryer.  The internal soft gussets do a great job of containing the poo.

You can see more and/or order them here.

#4:   Nifty Nappy Bitty Bums:  While they didn't fit from day 1, by day 4 they fit beautifully! This diaper is a fitted diaper that comes with an OBV lay-in insert.  I love how soft and absorbent it is.  I use a fleece cover over them and have not had any leaks or blowouts. 

It's worth mentioning that Vilate, the original maker of the Nifty Nappy Bitty Bums, no longer makes these for retailers BUT you can buy them at Red Barn Cloth Diapers, since they bought a cottage license.

#5:  Just for You Fleece Soaker:  I use this fleece soaker over the bitty bums.  The cover is perfect for Andrew's skinny legs.  And it has a snap down center to accommodate the belly button.  I use this cover 4-5 times a day...works beautifully!!

You can see more and/or order them here.

#6:  Bummis Tini Fits:  This is an AIO diaper that comes in aplix.  Although bulky at birth, this diaper has fit from day 1.  These are by far the easiest diapers to put on and take off (because of the velcro).  And now that Andrew's belly button yuck is gone, we can use these even more--they tend to have a higher rise on him.  They are also VERY absorbent and contain the messes.  We LOVE our tini fits!

You can see more and/or order them here.

#7: Bumgenius newborn: While these did not fit from birth, once Andrew was a solid 6 pounds, these fit nicely! They are by far the trimmest of the newborn diapers.  The velcro makes for easy on/easy off.  And they are an AIO.  They are pretty absorbent as well--Andrew can go about 3 hours in between changes with these diapers.  LOVE our bumgenius diapers!

#8:  The Graceful Moose fitted newborn diaper:  This is, by far, the best fitting newborn fitted diaper we've used.  This is one of the diapers I borrowed from my friend, The Tree Huggin' Momma.  You can read an in-depth review of the diaper here.  It has a snap-in liner. What I love most about this diaper is that it fit well below the belly button--so we could use this from birth.  I just really love the fit on Andrew...it's outstanding! We use our fleece cover over this diaper.

We have a few more brands still to try, but last we checked, Andrew didn't quite fit in them.  Once he does, I'll let you know my opinion on the Charlie Banana XS and Fuzzi Bunz XS diapers!

I also wanted to say that you will want between 30-36 diapers if you want to go a couple days in between washings.

And I just gotta say..I LOVE cloth diapering a newborn--it doesn't get any easier since we're breastfeeding! No rinsing! Just change the diaper, put it in our wetbag and wait until wash day to dump it all in :)  

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