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These are the clothes we have bought so far. They were all in some sort of sale.
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These are the nappies we have so far. 2x newborn and 3x birth to potty size.
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And these are two nappies we have bought and are waiting for delivery of (they are a made to order brand so take a while to get here). I know they are bad taste but I love them and think they are funny. :blush: I'm not sure if you can make it out but the first one says "I like milk from my mum, not from just any old cow.". The second nappy will not make much sense to those outside of the UK but it is inspired by a UK comedian called Keith Lemon.
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They are gorgeous. I have been looking at weenotions too. Bloody expensive though.

What was the website for the top ones?

I think I am going to do the nappy thing of try cloth for £10 - can't remember the site.
 
Wee Notions are really expensive. We got those two and there are 2-3 more I want making up. The cow/milk one with babylegs set us back about £35-40 including delivery!

The top two are Itti Bitti tutto's (the birth-to-potty ones), the next row are Itti Bitti D'lish in small and the bottom one is a pop-in nappy.
 
It is pretty crazy but I loved it and since they last from 8lbs-35lbs it'll get plenty of use.
 
Omi- I'd love to give cloth nappies a go. As its our first we've bought a few disposables to get us going just until we are used to changing a baby etc but I'd like to be able to do cloth. It all just seems so confusing with how they work. How do you wash them, do they leak and what happens when you ate out and about and need to change baby? Presumably you need to carry dirty one with you until you get home. And am I right in thinking tk hat you need to spray the dirty nappies with something? I'm confused by all of it really and worried I'll give up on the idea.

Happy birthday pebbie!!! :)

My dh is taking one week of pat leave on full pay ( optional unpaid extra weeks too) and then 2 weeks of holiday. Think he still has to finalise things with his area manager but he gets so much holiday in a year which he never takes that taking just the 1 wk pat seems financially the best option.
 
We only did part time cloth with DS1 and then gave up after a few months. But we had and will have a few different nappy systems although some people prefer one type. Personally I like all-in-one nappies and pockets the most although on a night two-part systems should be better (We used disposables with DS1 on a night, so I can't personally say). You don't need to spray the dirty ones but can wet or dry pail, we do dry. It is worth noting that breastfeed babies poo washes off easier. When out you have a waterproof bag to store them in until you get home and you can't smell anything or they don't leak out if you get one with a zip close. Yes, cloth nappies do leak sometimes but so do disposables. Any nappy will leak at some point, often in growth spurts. The thing about cloth nappies is that the a brand that fits one baby great might not fit another as well.

ETA: Here is some good information if you are thinking about trying them. https://www.goreal.org.uk/using
 
I've actually just been on that site and watched a video.
I was thinking of getting a couple to start with just to see how I get on. How many do you think you have to buy? I saw one site that said 24 nappies which seems quite expensive to start with.
I definitely like the look of the pocket ones and it says at night you can just add extra liners. Have you heard of babyland nappies? I saw some on amazon that looked really well priced for a trial go.
 
It depends on if you want to wash every day or every other day but 24 is about the standard amount most people start with. The price varies so much though and there is the option to buy brand new or pre-loved or in some cases you can get seconds direct from the companies (I know that totsbots and little lamb do). Some people use flat or flat-shaped nappies with a wrap over them and they are very cheap options that are actually considered really practical and good for containment.

I have heard of babyland nappies, they are what get called 'internet cheapies' which most people find leak a lot. This said there are some people who say they are great too. We had some 'internet cheapies' with DS1 which were called naughty baby nappies and we really did not like them so this time have opted not to try anything like them again. The amount of nappies we will be getting and the brands we like mean we won't actually be saving money in the long run but most people who use cloth nappies save a lot.

Many local councils offer incentives too. Mine gives you £25 when you spend £50 and offer a rented trail kit to see what brands do and don't work for you.

The natural parenting section on this board is also great for information so it is worth looking at if you haven't already. :thumbup:
 
Also not to be gross but this is the thing that's confusing me. Is it really as simple as you put the soft liner inside the pocket and then put it on baby? What happens when it's dirty? Doyou jut chuck any "bits" down the loo and then throw the whole thing in the wash or do you remove the liner before washing. Do you have to use a special washing powder?
Oh and the dry pain is that just a laundry net inside a bin? How soupy keep it from stinking if you aren't washing them all straight away?
Sorry to bombarded you with so many questions but as soon as I think I've got it clear in my head I get confused again.
 
Liners are not that useful for newborns to be honest. You see newborn poo is very runny so there are no bits to go down the toilet. I got hung up on using liners with my son but I won't bother this time because BF'ed poop washes right off anyway. Once they start eating solids you put any bits down the toilet and if using a re-usable liner hold it over the toilet where if flushes to rinse it or you can use paper liners.

You pretty much stick it all in the wash but again it sort of depends on what type of nappy you are using. So a AIO would go right in but generally with pockets it is best to pull the boosters out which gives a better drying time. It using wraps or pop-in nappies the waterproof bit is best to wash in there but take out before drying.

The bins have lids and smell honestly does not get through. We used to wash every other day and you couldn't smell a thing with the lid on. Most people just use a non-biological washing powder with no fabric softener but you can buy powder especially for them if you wanted to.

The poo really isn't a big deal and you have to get used to it if you use cloth or disposable nappies. Most of the 'number 3's' (when a nappy explodes and it goes everywhere) DS1 did was in disposables so it happens with both.

It is really confusing to start with but you will find you pick it up really quick once you start reading about it. I still watch the nappy reviews on youtube before buying a brand. So I would say youtube is worth looking at for nappy guides too since you can see what they person is talking you through.
 
haha passion yes I've been a bit of a grinch about giving away my time! but then I realized that some women in the US only get 6 Weeks unpaid so I surely can deal with 50 :haha: :haha:
although dh isn't so sure he wants to take it any longer due to the pay cut. he may have to get surgery in the next few weeks which will be unpaid too :(

great idea on posting pics. although mine would look pitiful BC we don't have anything yet. babies r us are having a big sale this week so I'm going to go buy a few things that we aren't likely to get at the shower

your diapers and sleep suits are adorable omni!
 
Thanks omi! Think I'll do a bit more reading and order a few to try out. I've read some good reviews about the fuzibunz ones so I'll start with them. I think I get it now. Just the nappy with the insert in the pocket for newborns and extra liners on top for when they are older to cath proper poos ?! Seems pretty easy.
 
passion4shoes said:
Happy Birthday Pebbie!!!! Enjoy your meal (don't forget the rennies!)

I wish I lived near you CLH! I haven't bought anything yet really. I was waiting until after we have bubba and then I can shop for gender specific clothes. My mum has been really lovely (but incredibly boring) and bought me 16 white vests and 16 white babygrows. How boring!!!!

I hope the 60th party isn't your OH (only say that as peter Stringfellow -yuck!) has had a baby at 72. Shocking.

Share the maternity leave baby. lol. Your poor OH. I bet you don't share your sweeties either!
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I'm guna sneak around aswel and buy some boy bits to!

No way! It's not my oh, my oh is 26, my mum and dad are only 42 & 43!! Made me laugh :) it's my cousins dad

Not sharing my mat leave! Ha ... And he gots none of my sweets either! Ha ..
 
Hi everyone hope your all keeping well.
Can't believe were down to double figures this week!!
Had my 25 week check yesterday, heart beat was nice and strong I was measuring 25 which is spot on, Midwife said all o'k for home birth as long as I don't get positive result at my glucose test at 28 weeks so fingers crossed for that other wise It will defo be a hospital birth and not even in my town I have to go to the city next to my town to have her :/
 
Good morning girls

great about your appt char! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you too! :)

we're getting another snowstorm today w 20 to 35 cm & this one can't track offshore! :( at least it's the weekend though

dh and I are going to run out to pick up some things for the baby before it starts which won't be until noon or so. if I get anything good I'll post some pics :thumbup:
 
Oooh love seeing pics of baby things. Wish I could share photos but still can't do it on my phone :shrug:
At home today lasted an hour at work before I gave in. Splitting head and leg cramps I can do without the 9hrs on my feet.
I know what you mean char it's all going really quickly. I'll be 27wks on Tuesday! Trying so hard to stop worrying about every little thing as we'll get to the end and have not truly enjoy all that we could.
 
25 weeks today! The sale was crap! Was hardly any people!
 
I will upload pics of the baby clothes I have as well as the new room when its finished as all the stuff is packed away at the mo, bedrooms coming on really well tho can't wait till Tuesday/Wednesday for it to all be finished then have to start my room
 
sorry to hear you're feeling crap zf, but you'll soon be entering the third tri!! where's pebbie I need to check her ticker I think I might be double digits today :)

well we lucked out yesterday!! the sister of a friend of ours moved to California a few months ago and left some baby items behind. we got 2 stroller/infant car seats systems, an unused toddler car seat, a bouncy gym and a few other toys!!! babies r us were sold out of the items I wanted but gave me a raincheck on the prices with no expiry :D
 
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