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Different Cloth Diaper Systems and How to Use Them

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Cloth diapers can be confusing but they have come a long way since how they used to cloth diaper in our grandma's era back in the day! Here is a list of different cloth diapers and what parts are needed. Cloth diapering can be budget friendly and the...
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Pre-Folds

Pre-folds usually require the pre-fold absorbency inserts and the outer waterproof shell. You can add extra absorbency, like at nap time, by adding another prefold. You can also fold the prefold different ways depending on what your baby is comfortab...

 
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Pre-fold inserts are used with outer cloth diaper shells that are water pooof. You can add extra absorbency, like at nap time, by adding another prefold. You can also fold the prefold different ways depending on what your baby is comfortable with. Pr...
Organic Cotton Blend Prefold Cloth Diapers by OsoCozy (6 Pack) - 70% Rayon from Bamboo Fibers, 30% Organic Cotton
 
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This is a waterproof cloth diaper cover. Can be used with pre-folds, flat, fitted cloth diapers or snap in inserts. This is great because you can use the outside multiple times and just swap out the inner insert.
OsoCozy One Size Reusable Cloth Diaper Covers - Adjustable Snap Fit & Double Leg Gussets Use with Prefold, Flat or Fitted Cloth Diapers or Snap-in Inserts.
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Waterproof cloth diaper cover. Can be used as a swim diaper. Use with pre-folds, flat, fitted or snap in inserts.
OsoCozy One Size Reusable Cloth Diaper Covers - Adjustable Snap Fit & Double Leg Gussets for Baby Boys & Girls from 8-35 Pounds. Use with Prefold, Flat or Fitted Cloth Diapers or Snap-in Inserts.
 
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Use this as a way to keep pre-folds and flats in place. This is used instead of safety pins. Snappis and pre-folds and flats with waterproof covers are the cloth diapering system that was traditionally used when you think of “cloth diapers”
[Original 5-Pack] Snappi Cloth Diaper Fasteners - Replaces Diaper Pins - Use with Cloth Prefolds and Cloth Flats

Pocket Diapers

These diapers come with the waterproof shell and you stuff the absorbency insert in a pocket inside the cloth diaper. This is typically most popular because they are easier to clean and strip

 
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The best part of fluff mail is the cute prints on the cloth diapers! Bonus, the extra fluff helps when they are learning how to walk. It provides some extra support cushion haha!
Nora's Nursery Baby Cloth Pocket Diapers Bamboo Inserts 1 Wet Bag 7 Cloth Diapers
 
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These are my favorite diapers for my little one! Such a cute cloth diaper set!
Baby Cloth Diapers with Charcoal Bamboo Inserts
 
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Love these cloth diapers!
Charlie Banana Reusable Washable Cloth Diapers
 
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These are my favorite inserts for pocket diapers because they are super absorbant (after a few pre-washes) and you don't have to worry about unsightly staining.
12pcs Charcoal Bamboo Inserts Cloth Diaper Liners
 
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Great Option for Newborn diapers and so many designs and cute little tiny fluff butts!
Kanga Care Lil Joey-Newborn Cloth Diaper-Clyde
 
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Chemical Free Diapering Solution to help save the world and save your baby from rashes caused by disposable diapers
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All-In-One Diapers

Hassle free, no stuffing or folding or clipping or pre-stuffing, just use it like a normal disposable diaper. 

 
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Bambino Mio All in one diaper
Bambino Mio, miosolo classic all-in-one cloth diaper, cloud nine
 
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Grovia is a great cloth diaper
GroVia Buttah O.N.E. Reusable Baby Cloth Diaper (Glacier)
 
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All in one newborn diaper
Kanga Care Lil Joey Cloth Diaper (2pk) Clyde

Hybrid Diapers

This system uses a waterproof cover and a fitted insert to absorb. You can use the covers for multiple changes and just swap out the fitted insert

 
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Velcro straps so you don't have to worry about buttons when baby is trying to escape the diaper change. You can use the covers for multiple changes and just swap out the fitted insert. But with velcro the velcro can wear out FYI
GroVia Reusable Hybrid Baby Cloth Diaper Hook & Loop Shell, One Size
 
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This snaps into the grovia shell for absorbency.
GroVia No-Prep Reusable Soaker Pad for Baby Cloth Diapering Hybrid Diaper Shell (2 Count)
 
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Velcro hybrid shell. Use with grovia snap in inserts.
Grovia Hybrid Hook/Loop Shell | Orchard

Newborn Diapers

Newborn diapers are smaller so they are best to get their own diapers then sell your stash after your baby has outgrown them. 

 
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Use this waterproof shell with pre-folds
Newborn Baby Diaper Nappy Cover 8lbs-10lbs (American Native Animal)
 
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Use these shells with pre-folds or flat inserts
Newborn Baby Diaper Nappy Cover 8lbs-10lbs (Forest Deer)
 
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Pocket diapers for newborns. You typically get microfiber or bamboo inserts
ALVABABY Pocket Newborn
 
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Pre-folds for newborns
Humble Bebe Prefold Cloth Diapers - 12 Pack - Unbleached Premium Cotton, 4x8x4, Pre-Washed, Fits Newborn Babies to Toddlers (10-30 lbs), Multi-Use