Cloth Diaper Styles

 

There are a few basic styles that cloth diapers come in.
Prefolds, Fitted, and All-In-One (AIO).

 

 

Prefolds are the flat diapers you'll find in Wal*Mart, just like our mothers used.
Pros: The cheapest way to cloth diaper Very absorbent Double as great burp cloths Dry quickly	Cons: Needs to be secured with pins, snappis or a cover Can be bulky
Summary Prefolds are a great way to enjoy the benefits of cloth, but the easily-accessible brands at stores have disappointed many an aspiring cloth diapering momma. With a Diaper Service Quality (DSQ) Chinese prefolds available through many places online, you can't go wrong!

 

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Fitted Diapers fit much like a disposable, with elastic around Baby's legs and back.
Pros: Convenient Only require a cover Dry relatively quickly Most customized fit Beyond-cute prints available	Cons: You may become a cloth diaper addict and spend a ton of money if you're not careful
Summary Secured with aplix or nylon or metal snaps, fitted diapers give you the best of both worlds. Money can be saved buying them used, or getting the kind that "grow" with Baby if you can afford the extra up-front cost for those. An all-around good investment!

 

 

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All-In-One Diapers AIO's are fitted diapers with a waterproof layer.
Pros: Convenient!	Cons: Dry very slowly Can't wash as thoroughly Expensive
Summary AIO's are a great way to enjoy the convenience of disposables without sacrificing the integrity of Baby's bottom. It is nice to have a few on hand for dad or a babysitter while you and your husband are out on date night.

 

 

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