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Envibum One Size Diaper & Cover Review Plus 3 Winner Giveaway (3/25)

The first thing that stood out to me before I got to know Envibum’s product a little better was their dedication to working with charities. I noticed this right away, because each of their diaper colors represent a specific charity in which a potion of the proceeds is contributed (read more about this here). And who can resist M-I-N-K-Y! Envibum believes in using top quality textiles for long lasting diapers that can be used with multiple kids and to ensure that they are soft and comfortable for your little sprout. The colors are vibrant and the different shapes each crossover tab has makes them irresistible!

The second feature that sets them apart from other one size diapers is that they use a different one size system than I had previously seen. These diapers can be used on multiple kids simultaneously without the need to adjust the rise with snaps or buttons, because of the sewn-down elastic strips in the front of the pocket diapers. A little pull is necessary when securing the diaper on and although I thought it would pull down as my daughter wore it; it seemed to stay in place nicely. I am sure there may be a body type where this elastic system may not stay as secure, but it was fairly easy to use and had good adjustability.

I love how soft the minky fabric is to touch and that it is also what goes against their thighs. The leg elastic is not channeled so it does not rub on little thighs and the inner waffled cotton fabric is a first for me. I love the concept of a natural fabric that keeps less of the saturated fabric against baby’s bottom and although it has a neat texture, it may not be every child’s preference. My daughter is over 30 lbs. now and is on the widest Velcro setting, so the 40 lbs. size range will really depend on the body type of your child. If they are tall and skinny or even an average 35-40 lbs., I think that this diaper would work to that max weight range, but as always, be sure to check the rise, waist and leg measurements and ranges of a diaper.

We only received one insert to review so I cannot comment on how the stacking system works with the Velcro on the inserts or added absorption, but the insert was fairly absorbent and got my toddler through an hour or so. This brings me to the T-shaped liner which is made out of the same unbleached cotton flannel as the inserts previously mentioned, which is soft and moderately absorbent. The long section of the liner can be folded like an accordion to put additional layers where they are needed in your child’s wet-zone.

The cover is made out of 2 layers of 1 mil Fabrite PUL and also lacks the topstitching like the pocket diaper to prevent seams and crevices where urine and stools can get trapped. This allows it to truly be a “rinse or wipe clean between uses” diaper, and the shiny (or laminated) side of the PUL is the only side exposed on this cover for that same reason. The only real criticism of the diaper and cover are that they lack laundry tabs (which is a personal preference, but can be more convenient), although they can be secured to the front of the diaper and turned inside out, I find that they get tangled with the other diapers in the washer or dryer more easily.

These are a great choice if you are looking for natural fibers against your little one’s skin, want to help support fantastic organizations, WAHMs and if you are diapering multiple children simultaneously. Although they are a one size diaper with a large size range, this range will also depend on the number of inserts used and the body type of your child (no insert is necessary for newborns as the waffle cotton lining serves as a newborn soaker). It may not be a true one size diaper for a taller, heavier-set toddler, but should get most petite to average kids through until potty training.

Overall Rating: 8.5 (diaper), 8 (cover)

Overall Fit: 8 (diaper), 8 (cover)

Style: One Size/Pocket, One Size/Cover

Size/Weight Range: Approximately 8-40 lbs.

Closure Style:   Velcro with crossover (diaper), Velcro with no crossover (cover) and no laundry tabs on either the diaper or the cover.  

Ease of Use: 8.5 (diaper), 8 (cover)

Absorption/Inserts: For the diapers, inserts are available with or without Velcro to keep them together. Number of inserts can be adjusted according to the age and wetting pattern of your child and no insert is necessary for newborns.

The T-shaped liner is designed to be used with their cover and is soft and decently absorbent. The long portion of the liner can be accordion-folded to put more absorbency where it is needed.

Materials Used:  Minky, cotton, cotton flannel, PUL.
 

Durability: 8.5 (diaper), 8 (cover)

Pocket Opening: In the front, small Velcro closure in the center.

Rise: Adjustable, 13 - 19” (diaper); Adjustable, 10-22” (cover)

Waist: Good adjustability with crossover, 9 - 25” (diaper); Good adjustability, 9-26” (cover).

Thighs:   Hugged my daughter’s thighs softly but snugly and the outer minky curls in so that the inner later does not roll out causing leaks, 6-17” (diaper); Good fit and leak protection, no seams to trap BMs or urine, 4-17” (cover).

Casing/ Elastic Style: Un-channeled

About:

http://www.envibum.com/aboutus.html

Affordability: $$-$$$$

Cost: $23.99/diaper, $12.99/cover, $9.99/T-shape liner (buy more, save more, up to 20% off)

Care and Use:
http://www.envibum.com/envicare.html

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1799814848

Retailers: http://www.envibum.com/index.html

Warranty/Product Support:

http://www.envibum.com/guarantee.html

Website:

http://www.envibum.com/index.html

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Three (3) TCDR readers will win their choice of an envibum diaper or mom4mom cover/T-liner.

The mandatory entry:

1. Visit envibum and comment on your favorite feature and charity/diaper.

Additional Entries

2. Publicly follow my blog and comment for one additional entry.

3. Follow @TheCDReport and @envibum on Twitter and comment for one additional entry. You may also tweet once a day for an additional entry, but need to include @TheCDReport, @envibum, #clothdiapers, #giveaway and the URL in the tweet. Leave separate comments with the permalink each time.

4. Subscribe to TCDR emails and comment after you confirm your subscription. (Subscription form located in left sidebar).

5. Comment on a non-giveaway or current giveaway and come back here and comment which one. Limit 5 extra entries.

6. Blog about the giveaway and comment with the URL for two (2) extra entries, leaving two separate comments.

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8. Vote for TCDR by clicking on any of the icons below for an extra entry each, giving you a chance at three extra entries.

This giveaway is open to the U.S. and will end on March 25, 2010. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond or another winner will the drawn.

A one size diaper, cover, and T-shaped liner were provided by envibum for this review.

Sweet Pea One Size Diaper Review & Giveaway (3/25)

Sleeve style pocket diapers are becoming more popular as they take an extra step out of caring for your pocket diapers. Sweet Pea One Size diapers are a sleeve-style pocket diaper that makes caring for your pocket diapers that much simpler and they are affordable to boot. They are highly adjustable in the waist with two snaps on each side (plus a crossover for skinnier babies that can be used on any of the rise adjustments), have 3 rise settings to grow with your little one and even have a loop sewn in the back for easy line drying. I have not been line drying, but plan to start this spring as the weather warms up as it is one of my goals this year to do with my cloth diapers so this will be a handy feature.

We have been using this diaper regularly and sleeve style diapers definitely make washing a lot easier and my husband a lot happier. I can’t complain either! Every time he is changing a sleeve style diaper I remind him “no un-stuffing!” and although he would be just as helpful and supportive of my cloth diaper obsession regardless, I know he appreciates when it’s a little easier and a little less messy. 

I felt that this was truly a one size diaper as my 30+ lbs. daughter still has a little room to wiggle and grow, yet on the smallest settings with a single insert, it would not be overly bulky on a young infant. These are quality diapers for their price range and it is no question why they have won the esteemed iParenting Media Award. Available in 10 soft or vibrant colors, this is a diaper that is sure to please almost any family looking for an easy to use, affordable one size diaper for their infant or toddler.

Overall Rating: 9.5

Overall Fit: 9.5

Style: One Size/Pocket/Sleeve

Size/Weight Range: Fits approximately 8-35 lbs.

Closure Style:   Snaps, two on each side, vertical with crossover.

Ease of Use: 9

Absorption/Inserts: Each one size diaper includes two inserts. The diaper I reviewed included a M/L microterry and small hemp insert that can be used separately for different stages or combined depending on the absorption you need.

Materials Used: PUL, microfleece, microterry and hemp.
 

Durability: 9

Pocket Opening: In the front and back, sleeve style.

Rise: Adjustable, 3 rise settings.

Waist: Good adjustability and wings are long enough to ensure a secure fit even on a older or wider toddler.

Thighs:  The leg elastic hugged my daughter’s thighs and the fit can be slightly tightened or loosened by adjusting the lower snap.

Casing/ Elastic Style: Channeled

About:

Nancy resides in Canada and is the owner/creator of SP Diapers. 

Affordability: $$$

Cost: $15.95 CAD, $14.50 USD

Care and Use:

http://www.whatsonkingston.com/busdir/sweetpeadiapers/care.html

Retailers: 
http://www.whatsonkingston.com/busdir/sweetpeadiapers/retailer.html

Website:

http://www.sweetpeadiaper.com

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One TCDR reader will win a one size diaper from Sweet Pea Diapers.

The mandatory entry:

1. Visit Sweet Pea Diapers and comment on your color, feature and retailer.

Additional Entries

2. Publicly follow my blog and comment for one additional entry.

3. Follow @TheCDReport and @sweetpeadiapers on Twitter and comment for one additional entry. You may also tweet once a day for an additional entry, but need to include @TheCDReport, @sweetpeadiapers, #clothdiapers and the URL in the tweet. Leave separate comments with the permalink each time.

4. Subscribe to TCDR emails and comment after you confirm your subscription. (Subscription form located in left sidebar).

5.Comment on a non-giveaway or current giveaway and come back here and comment which one. Limit 5 extra entries.

6. Blog about the giveaway and comment with the URL for two (2) extra entries, leaving two separate comments.

7. Add TCDR button to your blog or website and comment with the URL where it can be found for TWO additional entries, in TWO separate comments (HTML code found in bottom left sidebar).

8. Vote for TCDR by clicking on any of the icons below for an extra entry each, giving you a chance at three extra entries.

This giveaway is open to the U.S. and Canada and will end on March 25, 2010. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond or another winner will the drawn.

A one size pocket diaper was provided by Sweet Pea Diapers for this review.

I Love the Fresh, Designer Look of the New Oilo Baby Furniture

OILO™ MAKES DEBUT WITH CHIC, MODERN NURSERY DÉCOR, BABY BEDDING AND HOME FURNISHINGS

Collection Offers Custom Designed Look and Quality Without Designer Price

Alpine, UT -- (March 2010) --  Oilo™, a manufacturer of designer inspired contemporary nursery décor and home furnishings products, makes its debut with two bedding collections, faux leather gliders and a range of coordinated lighting and pillows.

Founded by Annalisa Thomas, a former art director and graphic designer and her mother, Dorte Anderson, a former interior designer with more than 25 years of custom interior design expertise, Oilo offers the modern mom a fresh new approach to style-setting nursery décor.  The Oilo collection includes chic baby bedding and designer home furnishings.  Thomas founded the company while looking for the perfect baby bedding for her first child after discovering a void in the category for high quality designer level modern baby décor without the designer price tag. 

OILO INFANT BEDDING

Two sets make their debut in Oilo’s infant bedding collection:

Wheels features clean, circular mod designs.   Made from 100 percent fine woven cotton.  The bedding set includes a zippered side bumper cover (foam filled for standing durability), tailored skirt and fitted cotton percale crib sheet.  Wheels will be available in Cobalt.  Recommended Retail three-piece crib set $399.

Modern Berries blends style and softness for a chic, sophisticated look for baby’s room.

Made from 100 percent fine woven cotton.  The bedding set includes a zippered side cover bumper cover (foam filled for standing durability), tailored skirt and fitted cotton percale crib sheet.  Modern Berries will be available in Spring Green and Tree Trunk Brown (note: Tree Trunk Brown will debut Spring 2010). Recommended retail three-piece crib set $399.

Individual items in each bedding set are also available for purchase separately.

Two additional bedding set offerings, Raindrops (Aqua) and Cobblestone (Taupe) will make their debut in Spring 2010.

OILO GLIDER COLLECTION

Oilo’s faux leather glider collection is a beautiful and comfortable seating choice for the nursery or any other room in the home.  Features include a unique parallel rocking motion and tall back for maximum comfort.  Coordinating plush pouf footrests are available as well.  Three leather glider styles are offered: Gus, Penelope and Cohen. Available in Spring Green or White.  Recommended retail $1,299 (White), $1,599 (Spring Green).

OILO LIGHTING

Brighten up baby’s nursery and any room in a home with a perfect light from Oilo’s lighting collection.  Lampshades can be customized from Oilo’s pattern and color palette to perfectly match a room’s décor.  The lights feature a sheet of white acrylic which encloses and diffuses the light to cast a soft glow.  Two lighting styles are offered, Double Decker and Cylinder.  Recommended retail Double Decker $199, Cylinder $149.

OILO PILLOW COLLECTION

The perfect accessory to add a soft decorative touch to your glider, nursery and any room featuring Oilo’s distinctive designs.  Oilo’s 100 percent woven cotton pillows are available in a full range of the company’s signature patterns and colors.  Available in three sizes: 20” x 20”, 16” x 16” and 13” x 17”.  Recommended retail: $39-$49.

“Oilo is all about turning the nursery into the most comfortable, clean, and carefree environment in the home, said Annalisa Thomas, founder, Oilo.  “We design our products with the mother in mind, as we want the nursery to feel like a sanctuary she can share with her baby.  Many products in our collection, including our gliders and lighting are also designed to create a sophisticated modern look in the home beyond baby’s room.”

Though not an actual word, Oilo’s name is derived from a combination of Hawaiian words, “lio” (small sprout) and “ho’oilo” (the cool, rainy season).  The Oilo name personifies the image of relaxing and enjoying the serenity of life.

The Oilo Collection will be available at retailers nationwide, select online retailers and online at www.oilostudiocom.  Special order items (including gliders and poufs) will have a 6-8 week lead time for production plus 7 days shipping.  Custom lighting orders have a 2 week lead time.  All other items will ship immediately. Oilo products can be customized as long as they are requested within the company’s offered fabric options.  All items in the Oilo Collection are made in the USA.

About Oilo

Alpine, UT-based Oilo, LLC was founded in 2009 by mother and daughter team Annalisa Thomas and Dorte Anderson.  The Oilo Collection includes style-setting high quality designer inspired nursery décor, baby bedding and home furnishings.  For more information visit www.oilostudio.com.

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