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Cloth diaper details, what is the difference?

Been reading up on these to determine which ones I want to get. Ive narrowed it down to fuzzi bunz or bumgenius. 2 problems tho, these are hard to get a hold of in canada so i will have to order them. 2nd what is the difference between AIO, prefold, pocket etc etc. Which is better?

Pre-folds are a rectangle of fabric that has to be folded and fitted to the baby. They are sewn so that there are extra layers in the centre. These are the cheapest type of cloth diaper to buy. You will need to fasten them with pins, a snappi fastener or just a close fitting diaper cover/wrap. Premium size pre-folds can in some instances be used right from birth to potty-training. However, most people use two sizes, infant and premium, so there is less bulk when the baby is small.

Example of a pre-fold:

http://www.parentingbynature.com/201_unbleached_prefolds.htm

Example of Snappi fastener:

http://www.parentingbynature.com/04_snappi.htm

Example of diaper wrap:

http://www.parentingbynature.com/bummis-super-brites.htm

AIO (all-in-one) diapers are like a disposable diaper, but made out of cloth. They have a waterproof outer layer usually made of polyester laminate (PUL). The interior is usually cotton with soaker pads sewn in. Some AIOs do have a fleece interior that wicks moisture away from the baby’s bottom. These are the most convenient and usually the most expensive diapers. They usually just come in sizes, there are very few AIO one-size diapers, so you will need to buy 2-5 different sizes depending on your baby. These diapers do take a little more water to rinse clean and longer to dry.

Example of a AIO with fleece interior:

http://www.thebabymarketplace.com/securestore/c153258p16870526.2.html

Example of an AIO with cotton interior:

http://www.thebabymarketplace.com/securestore/c153258p16413353.2.html

Pocket diapers are essentially a shell that you stuff with absorbent inserts. They have a PUL outer like the AIOs and usually a stay-dry liner inside made of fleece, velour, minkee or micro suede. They will open in the back or front to put the inserts in. You can use infant pre-folds, towels etc to stuff in them, or you can buy special inserts made by the manufacturers. Most pocket diapers will come with an insert, normally micro-terry, depending on the baby you may need to use more than one insert. I prefer to put hemp inserts in my pocket diapers. Pocket diapers rinse clean a little easier since you remove the inserts to wash them and they dry much faster. The other great thing about pocket diapers is there are many one-size pocket diapers so you only need to buy one size. I prefer pocket diapers over all the other kinds.

Fuzzi bunz are an example of a sized pocket diaper and bumGenius are an example of a one-sized pocket diaper.

I am in Canada and there are tons of Canadian online stores selling Fuzzi Bunz and bumGenius diapers. All the links I provided above are from Canadian sites. I am in Calgary and you can buy bumGenius diapers in some retail stores here. As well, there is a local mom here who sells Fuzzi Bunz from her home. Also, there are a whole bunch of used small Fuzzi Bunz for sale on www.usedcalgary.com and they are willing to ship. Email me through my profile if you want some more info.

Types of Cloth Diapers

TWO Swaddlebees Simplex 2.0 AIO Snap Cloth Diaper Size Small All in One $23.00

AngelsBest Super Absorbent All In One AIO New Reusable Cloth Diaper Small White $8.95

One Size Fits 7-35 lbs~Baby Love Kidalog AIO Cloth Diaper w/Liner LT YELLOW $18.95

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $5.00

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $9.50

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $10.00

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $5.87

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $6.50

Easy Peasies Newborn AIO Cloth Diaper Reusable Nappy like Rumparooz ® lil Joey $4.50

8 One-size Pocket Cloth Diapers AIO + 8 inserts $21.50

New! Two Girls AIO Cloth Diaper $20.00

BRANDNEW BumGenius AIO XS Cloth Diaper $6.50

BRANDNEW BumGenius AIO XS Cloth Diaper $7.50

BRANDNEW BumGenius AIO XS Cloth Diaper $7.50

BRANDNEW BumGenius AIO XS Cloth Diaper $7.50

BRANDNEW BumGenius AIO XS Cloth Diaper $5.50

5 BumGenius AIO XS Newborn Diapers $35.00

Cute Cloth Diapers. One Good Mama, GroVia AIO, And Handmade Tie-dye $26.00

AngelsBest Super Absorbent All In One AIO New Reusable Cloth Diapers Med. Pink $8.95

Envibum Minky One Size Cloth Diaper AIO Velcro – White $9.99

Envibum Minky One Size Cloth Diaper AIO Velcro – Pink $9.99

4 Thirsties Duo AIO One Size Cloth Diaper Diapers EEUC $47.00

4 Thirsties Duo AIO One Size Cloth Diaper Diapers EEUC $47.00

Lot of 5 Fleece/Flannel AIO Inserts or Cloth Diaper Doublers $3.99

bumGenius Freetime AIO lot of 4 cloth diapers SNAPS Blossom Zinnia Mirror Noodle $69.56

bumGenius Freetime AIO cloth diaper LOVELACE snaps $20.00

5 Bumgenius Bum Genius AIO All in one Size Large Diapers $40.00

AIO (All-In-One) Kushies Cloth Diaper Toddler Size (22-45lbs) $6.99

AIO (All-In-One) Kushies Cloth Diaper Toddler Size (22-45lbs) $4.99

AIO (All-In-One) Kushies Cloth Diaper Toddler Size (22-45lbs) $6.99

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H01 $6.09

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H02 $6.09

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H03 $1.59

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H04 $1.59

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H05 $1.59

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT H06 $6.09

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT Y04 $6.09

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT Y07 $6.09

1 BABY AIO Re-Usable CLOTH DIAPERS NAPPY + 1 INSERT Y05 $6.09