OHbaby! Forums : New to this https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:15:29 +0000 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:54:48 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=29501 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[New to this : Jezsika wrote:Errr your not...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=836454&title=new-to-this#836454 Author: mothersinstinct
Subject: 29501
Posted: 12 November 2009 at 7:54pm

Originally posted by Jezsika Jezsika wrote:

Errr your not really spose to restuff a used pocket nappy when its dirty

Only some nappies like the Itti SIO are designed to have the covers reused.


uhm yeah - pocket nappies are designed to be used just the once ]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:54:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=836454&title=new-to-this#836454 <![CDATA[New to this : SaffronLady wrote:Re-stuffing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=836078&title=new-to-this#836078 Author: SarahJane
Subject: 29501
Posted: 12 November 2009 at 2:34pm

Originally posted by SaffronLady SaffronLady wrote:

Re-stuffing pocket nappies when they are wet is gross.

I think that is why most people don't! Because the wee contacts the stay dry layer, the pockets need to be washed every time. But then they dry really fast so it isn't too much of a big deal.

OP, I second (third? fourth?) not buying all of one brand but looking into a hire kit instead so you can see what fits best. If you are happy to buy second hand look on TM and buy some of each brand that interests you.

]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:34:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=836078&title=new-to-this#836078 <![CDATA[New to this : Hi, good on you for making the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=835917&title=new-to-this#835917 Author: Mama-Me
Subject: 29501
Posted: 12 November 2009 at 12:05pm

Hi, good on you for making the decision to go cloth!

Check out Cloth Nappy Love for all you need to know about cloth nappies and there is also a list of where you can buy all the brands from too.

Edited by ClothMummy]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:05:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=835917&title=new-to-this#835917 <![CDATA[New to this : Hi Dino1. I am also new to cloth...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=827077&title=new-to-this#827077 Author: SaffronLady
Subject: 29501
Posted: 05 November 2009 at 12:46pm

Hi Dino1. I am also new to cloth nappies but always wanted to use them. We have hired a coth nappy kit from Kete Kope (you can find lots of kits for hire on the nappy network site).

We have heaps of nappies to try - all different brands, fabrics and styles. We were advised to use disposables for the first few weeks just to settle into actually having a baby before having to think about getting your head around nappies etc. And I'm glad we did as Mia didn't fit some disposables as she was too small for them (birth weight of 2900gms). The lady added some newborn size cloth nappies into the kit. All nappy sizes are different so best to find the best type, style and size for your bubs (which you won't know until your baby arrives).

I would really reccomend either hiring a kit or buying trial size only before making your mind up and buying heaps/spending lots.

I thought I would like pocket nappies best, but I am leaning towards the Snap in Ones or lay in type ones as you don't have to change the whole nappy outer everytime. Re-stuffing pocket nappies when they are wet is gross.

Ecobubs wool pocket (i dont use the pocket but lay in a pad instead) are really good for over night as Mia is sleeping 6-8 hours over night at the moment. Swaddlebees (snap or velcro) pockets again, are great. Karma Kidz (used to be Rosie's) velcro all in ones are great as well. We have an Itti Bitti Snap in One on at the moment so we'll see how it goes.

Washing them is really easy. The hire kit came with Code Wash Balls which you just throw in the washing machine and are a natural detergent. And breastfed poo doesn't smell and rinses off real easy.

Good Luck

Edited by SaffronLady]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:46:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=827077&title=new-to-this#827077 <![CDATA[New to this : You can get hire kits to try out...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=816265&title=new-to-this#816265 Author: whitewave
Subject: 29501
Posted: 24 October 2009 at 10:35pm

You can get hire kits to try out various types and brands, I'm sure weegee will tell you all about that! You can also have a squizz through the topics in this thread, to see what other people think of various brands. Also try The Nappy Network website, full of great info.]]> Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:35:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=816265&title=new-to-this#816265 <![CDATA[New to this : I personally would get a few dif...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=815922&title=new-to-this#815922 Author: BerryBliss
Subject: 29501
Posted: 24 October 2009 at 10:44am

I personally would get a few dif bands to trial on bubs first as you don't want to be paying a huge amount then finding them not to be any good on your baby.

My fav brands are
Fuzzi Bunz, ecobubs and for a cheaper option i really like my baby first naps (from babycity/factory)
and i like pockets the best.]]> Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:44:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=815922&title=new-to-this#815922 <![CDATA[New to this : hiya I used prefolds and covers...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=814775&title=new-to-this#814775 Author: Guests
Subject: 29501
Posted: 22 October 2009 at 8:19pm

hiya

I used prefolds and covers for the first year ,mine are ecobots. www.ecobots.co.nz

I had 18 nappies in each of the four sizes, 6 nb covers. 5 infant covers., 5 toddler and 4 large.

I still use the large covers over the fitteds I use now.
They are cotton tots but you can't get those anymore.
Check out www.totsbots.co.nz
Also The Nappy Network has heaps of info

Edited by misscheeky]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:19:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=814775&title=new-to-this#814775 <![CDATA[New to this : HI, I am new to this cloth napppy...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=813858&title=new-to-this#813858 Author: dino1
Subject: 29501
Posted: 22 October 2009 at 7:00am

HI, I am new to this cloth napppy and mummy thing as this is my 1st but would like to start building up my nappy collection before baby is born and I am totally lost. How many nappy will I need for the first year? what is everyones recommended brand is there much difference? thanks for your help ]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 07:00:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=29501&PID=813858&title=new-to-this#813858