Would anyone be interested in a general nappy chat thread?

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I can't be the only one with a bit of a nappy obsession.

Can I? [confussed]

That's very true - buying nappies has been my treat - why is it so addictive?! The bumbles are quite bulky and give DD that big-nappy-bottom look which I think is adorable! Plus they are like a lovely cushion for her as she's practicing standing and often sits down rather suddenly... ValiumQueen, how come you took a break from cloth, is this your 2nd (or 3rd or 4th...!) DC? DD is my first and I've already been thinking it's ok, I'll have another DC and that will justify the nappy-buying

Hi fudge! I can def recommend both of them, they are both quite long so good for my tall girl. It's so nice to meet some fellow nappy addicts, none of my mates uses them (unless it's like a dirty (literally, ho ho...) secret!)

I have been looking at your nappies tiggy They both seem lovely. I even found a code for a free Miowotsit, but it had expired.

DD1 is 6 and I used Fuzzis on her until she went to Nursery at 11 months. I tried to use a mix as nursery would not have washables, but as she was such a heavy wetter I had to resort to a disposable overnight from about 6months. It therefore meant I was only using washables at the weekend, and I gave up. Followed a similar pattern with DD2.

I have been off work now for 6 weeks (annual leave prior to Mat Leave for DC3) and decided I would put DD2 (age2) back in fluff, and DC3 also when he appears. I am loving it! I was planning to use Fuzzis again, but things have clearly improved over the years, and I was seduced by a Little Lambs Bamboo offer a few weeks back, and they work at night!!!!! I also spent my Tesco points on some TotsBots Easyfits, and Bamboozle Stretchies. My most exciting purchase to date is a blueberry wrap with little owls on. DD is loving them, DD1 wants to go back in nappies, so we are all happy. DD1 was late to potty training, and was still wet at night up to age 5, so I figure I will get use out of them with DD2 and DS.

Due to breaking my leg 5 weeks ago I have yet to dig out my Fuzzis but so looking forward to seeing my old friends again. I will use different boosters in them and I am sure they will be my main daytime nappies for both the kids.

My mates think I am crazy using them, but there is another mum at nursery who does. Nursery now accepts them too which is fab! DD2 still was disposables at nursery because my parents are having to take her there and back each day, and it is not fair to put added pressure on them, but her little bottom gets sore now when in disposables. Thankfully she is not there much.

Been lurking on this thread... DD3 due in November and I'm admitting it here... I'm addicted to fluff! In the last week I've bought 2 new BumGenius XS, a Lollipop Bamboo starter pack, some pre-loved Ebay cheapies and some pre-loved Kushies...
I just can't keep away from all the different websites and groups on Facebook looking for bargains

It is ok blue you are amongst friends we understand. Did you get a good deal on the lollipop bamboos?

It was £ 24.99 plus shipping for 5 plus a wrap and a wet bag... :) half price!

Not bad

No indeed! Now just need to keep them hidden from DH just for now! Trying to convince him to use reusable wipes!

Hi Bluetinkerbell! That sounds like a good deal on the lollipop bamboos, where from? Reusable wipes are great, I've had them from the start, I've got some bummis ones and am going to get some cheeky wipes too, might get the mini kit from Nappy Lady so I can use them when out too. The bumbles were 5 for £35 I think from the Easy Peasy nappies website & MioSolos 5 for £57 from the Nappy Lady, they are quite pricey otherwise (£15 each I think if you buy just one) - I also like looking on the used nappy websites, which groups are best for 2nd hand ones on Facebook ??

ValiumQueen I can't believe you have 2 DCs, a brokenleg and are pg.... I hope your DP is waiting on you hand and foot!

The lollipop offers is still on at the lollipop nappies website. Just google, sorry cannot do links on this. I was sorely tempted myself!

I have so far resisted the Facebook groups, but have joined cloth nappy tree, but am finding it a bit confusing.

tiggy I wish! I just have a moon boot on now thankfully so am fairly mobile in the house, and it does not hurt much now, but cannot drive and cannot walk for any decent distances outside. I can take 6 yo out, but cannot risk the 2yo even with reins as if she got away from me, I would not be able to catch her. Hopefully two more weeks and I should be able to walk without the boot and have a try at driving.

There is an offer on Little Lambs nappies at the moment, on their website. A night time nappy kit. You need to like them on Facebook to be able to see it I think.

No more nappy buys for me this month :(
Waiting for the BabyShow in Manchester to check some more brands out and convince DH to buy some more

I find CNT a bit hunni-ish, i like the no-nonsense style of mn

I must admit I thought that too purple I also thought the prices were a bit steep for pre-shat stuff. May well go there to sell

blue lucky you going to the Baby Show.

Yay! I found my Fuzzis. Nearly got lost in the spare room (which will need to be a nursery in 8 weeks!) but managed to find my way out again dragging the huge bag behind me. I have 16 small, 10 medium and 10 large, and some inserts- not enough though.

Also found a motherease and an onelife. Realised I still have a birth to nappy set of pre folds and wraps which I bought pre-loved six years ago and hated. I will probably stick them on eBay. Someone may want them. So chuffed to find my Fuzzis though!

Is it ok for a boy to have a pink nappy when in small size? There is only one pink one, but I will likely need all 16 on rotation. I guess I could leave it for emergency use only.

I have now decided a boy in pink is a cool dude, as I bought six Little Lamb all in ones in pink. They are lush, and with all the microfibre inserts they came with I now have enough for both babies. Indeed I need to whittle down my stash a bit. The motherease and one life can go, as can the pre folds and wraps. I need to try to identify the brand before listing.

I finally got out this last few days following breaking my leg, so first stop was mothercare, and second stop a charity shop that specialises in baby equipment. Bought a Bambino Mio starter kit in the first, reduced to £5 from £25. Expensive at £5! Does anyone actually use these? I thought they were horrid, but will use the wrap. I was shocked at the prices in the latter, as nappies that looked like they had served sextuplets were £4 plus! Just for one! They had thousands, so clearly are overpriced.

Still awaiting delivery of my eBay cheapie.

Have identified the wraps. Lite wraps. Made in china but the reports are quite good. I will try them over my bamboo nappies. I do not like the pre folds one bit. Any ideas what I could use the fabric for? I hate waste. I may freecycle and just sell the wraps when I have tested them. I would not sell anything I would not use or had not used.

I am clearly talking to myself!

Well, toddler too chubby in the leg for the Little Lamb OSFA, so put aside for DS. Using the inserts now though. Quite disappointed tbh as she is not a fat child, and all other nappies fit her just fine. I did the leg poppa on the biggest setting and she cried instantly. Vicious elastic. Poor honey. Plenty of room at the waist.

eBay cheapie (Alva baby) arrived this morning. Looks and feels lovely, and well worth the money. Likely will get more. Also came with a free insert, and is minky fabric, which I did not expect. Seems big enough too.

I am just using the TB and LL bamboos when we go out for the day, or overnight, as they are a bitch to wash poo out of, and I do not like that the nappy gets wet right up to the waist band. It is the same with the easyfits. I prefer the dryness of the pockets (Fuzzis mainly) DD does not seem bothered at all though. I may well use them with DS as BF poos are different. Time will tell.

Hi! I ended up buying more off Ebay. Got some animal print minky ones 2nd hand but the brand has worn off the label so will email the seller and find out who it is. Just waiting for some more to arrive and yet again the brand isnt mentioned.

Dishwasher tablets to strip btw. Then a normal wash with extra rinse after seemed to fix the poo stench

Hello again ladies, ValiumQueen what was wrong with the bambino mio nappies? Are they prefolds? I bought some size small bummis prefolds before dd was born planning to use washables from the start and then never used them! and what a waste of my council subsidy voucher... Couldn't get on with them at all when I did try them. I really like bummis wraps though, I've got one now, brilliant containment and they come in fab prints. I've had some leaks recently from my miosolos so I think need to use boosters, I've got some LL bamboo ones on order so fingers crossed no more damp little bottom once they arrive. notgrownup what is minky? Is is like fleece?

mrstiggy yep, just pre folds. I do not like pre folds. Even without using them. I am clearly very judgemental and prejudiced. I do not like the feel of them, and can imagine they feel a bit cardboard like in the gusset. The reviews also largely say poor containment etc.

I had my first experience of minky today. It is the waterproof fabric on the inside, but the outside has a very short pile so very fleece like, but waterproof.

Like Valium said. Would you say they feel like soft toys/velvet too VS?

They're too small for ds2 so when ds3 decides to vacate my womb he shall be wearing them!

Yes, velvet not fleece! I was trying to remember that word! I blame belly dweller. DD2 spent some time stroking the fabric, as have I, I must admit.