I've tried them all, and it's time to talk: what are the pros and cons of each type of diaper cover?
WOOL DIAPER COVER
Pros: Completely natural, environmentally "green", and recyclable. Incredibly soft and breathable for baby's bottom (no more diaper rashes, mom!). Least amount of upkeep for longest lifetime (all your children will be using these!) If lanolized correctly, holds in moisture beautifully--great for night time use and heavy wetters! Don't have to wash as often as other types of diaper covers.
Cons: Most expensive investment (especially upfront...however, if you have more children you will easily recoup the money you initially invest). Some people don't like lanolizing (a fifteen minute procedure about once a month) wool covers, but this is essential for waterproofing. I've heard of occasional wool allergies, but I've never actually MET anyone who's baby has had this problem...
PERFECT POCKET DIAPER COVER
Pros: A One-size-fits-all (no matter how skinny or fat, long or short) diaper cover (TRULY unique in the business)! Best buy in the long run (lasts throughout the diaper life of at least one baby). Can be used with every type of cloth diaper out there, including pocket diapers. Waterproof exterior, with organic cloth interior that allows baby's bottom to breathe more than a purely PUL cover. Easy care and upkeep (machine wash and wear).
Cons: Doesn't last quite as long as wool diaper covers. Organic cloth interior with PUL exterior, so not completely "green". Baby's bottom doesn't breathe completely, as with a wool diaper cover, so there's a possibility of diaper rash if not changed regularly. Some people don't like the neon color choices, although personally I love them.
PUL WATERPROOF DIAPER COVER
Pros: Cheapest up front. Completely waterproof. Easy care and upkeep (machine wash and dry). Note: Baby Milano PUL diaper cover is the softest by far of this type available--and trust me, I've looked!)
Cons: The least "green" option--but still better than disposables! Have to keep "buying up" as baby grows (4 sizes). Doesn't last as long as other diaper cover options (wears out faster). Doesn't allow baby's bottom to "breathe", so greater chance of diaper rash if not changed regularly. Limited color choice: white.
Don't want to bother with diaper covers? Of course, there is one last cloth diaper option...
ALL-IN-ONE (AIO) Diapers:
Pros: Easy, easy, easy--daddys and caregivers love them! Lots of attractive colors. Less bulky than a diaper with a separate diaper cover, so works well even under the skinniest baby clothes--less steps to put on and take off. Once properly pre-washed, a delight to use--very similar to disposables, except far more "green"!
Cons: A bit tricky to wash because of the combination of materials (can't use vinegar or natural bleach with PUL cover, for example). Need to wash many times before first use so that the PUL does not leak or "wick" moisture (I learned this the hard way). Pretty expensive option--but you're trading your money for the ease and convenience.
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