New to the world of cloth diapering

I have been wanting to cloth diaper for some time now. I think I didn't start sooner because I felt so overwhelmed with all of the different types, brands, how to clean, etc. One night about a month ago I finally decided it was time to start. So I sat down at the computer after Sophia went to bed and spent hours researching different types of cloth diapers. I narrowed down the type I wanted and picked a couple of different brands to try out and hit 'buy now'.

The diapers arrived a few days later and I was eager to start using them. I threw them in the wash and once they were done, put one on Sophia's little bum. I ended up buying one-size pocket diapers, they are some of the easiest cloth diapers out there. They have snaps on them that you can adjust to grow with the baby. They usually come with snaps or velcro, I bought the snap kind. They all come with two inserts, you wash the diaper and inserts, the stuff the insert into the pocket of the diaper. So simple. I usually put two big inserts, and one small one inside the diaper for overnight. We haven't had any problems with leaks thusfar. They are so easy to use and washing them is no big deal. I have enough stash for every other day washing. I have 11 diapers total. I throw them in a do a cold rinse cycle and then a regular hot cycle. Then I usually let them air dry.

I can't believe I didn't start using them sooner. Better than then never I suppose, at least I'll know what I'm doing with baby #2 :)

Not only are they eco-friendly (depending on the baby and how long they are in diapers you can keep 8,000-10,000 diapers out of the landfills), they are much easier on your wallet. Again depending on how long your child is in diapers (usually 2-3 years), you can save on average between $2800-$3500. See all info HERE. Oh and another plus, they are ridiculously cute, they have all sorts of colors and prints out there!

Here are some pics of Sophia in her new cloth diapers :)