Belated News: Peachy Green!

Peachy Green News!

If you've ever had a chance to flip through the blog, or been around for a while, you likely know my love of Peachy Green diapers runs deep. Really deep. Like, I'll tell anyone who will listen deep. Read more on the deep-seated love here

Well, in mid-2012 we started to have conversations about possibly acquiring Peachy Green (!!!) and by Christmas it was all figured out. To sit on the news for almost three months until the official acquisition date of March 20th was terribly hard. Just ask the ladies who work at our shop - I practically stopped talking about Peachy Green completely. I was so afraid I was going to spill the beans (promise to anyone who has told me a secret, I am an amazing secret keeper when they are others' secrets - my own - well I get a really funny guilty/fish-face/giggling-thing and it just deteriorates from there until I spill, so I just avoid the subject instead).

So it is official, Itsy Bitsy Bums now owns a diaper brand. A long-time goal realized. Having worked in sourcing, and fashion, and diapers, it really brings all my worlds together! 

What is means?

Party with US!
A few spots online you might want to check out:
Peachy Green Diapers Facebook don't miss the photo contest on now through April 25th!
The Peaches a spot to hang out with fellow Peachy Green addicts

Dawn, Original Lady Behind Peachy Green
Dawn is still living in St Louis and works on her other business, Diaper Sewing Supplies. For a long time Peachy Green and DSS existed side-by-side, so that is why you'll see some familiar prints over there. If you know (or are) a home-sewer, check out what she has to offer! She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to these materials.

The Sewing Facility
Located in central MO (convenient, no? halfway between Dawn and IBB), will remain the same. For those who have asked if I'll be sewing the diapers, first, you are too kind. I have no domestic skills to speak of. Also of note, Dawn has been using this facility since 2008, so the brand has long roots with these sewers! We had a chance to tour the facility, and I'm so impressed with their production.

The Patterns
We are keeping all of the Peachy Green designs and adding some more! Stay tuned for what is to come. We have heard your requests and have some ideas of our own up our sleeves.

Learning Curve
At the shop, when demo'ing Peachy Green, I'd often say: 'One thing that Dawn does so well...' in reference to the trim fit, or how the leg casings are sewn, etc. And now my employees will interrupt with an 'ahem ::throat clear:: ahem Abby, what you do so well.' LOL. Still learning! These diapers are still Dawn's diaper in design, but it now has the Abby stamp on it as well.

Fabulous Retailers
Some have asked if we'll be bringing PG in house as a private brand. Nope! We have fabulous retailers all over the world (yes, the Peachy Green love is worldwide!). Once production gets up and running with the next collection, we will be accepting more wholesale accounts.

Warranty
We will be handling all warranty claims. If there are any issues, please contact us at peachygreendiapers at gmail dot com. We are working hard to make sure nothing is lost in the transition, and please bear with us through these growing pains. If you have any questions about your diaper, please contact us and we will get it figured out!

Website
Right now the Peachy Green website is still the same, if you've ever poked around over there. Over the next weeks we will be transitioning it to a new platform. Ideally these changes will be barely noticeable from your end, but if the site suddenly has gone MIA, don't worry! The diapers are still there, just floating suspended in the interwebz.

If there is anything I missed, feel free to email me at peachygreendiapers at gmail dot com. A note - this is a temporary address as we get our new website site up. Once that is done we'll have a more official means for contact.

Peachy Green: The 411

The Love Affair

I love Peachy Green diapers. I really do. The love started over three years ago, on my quest for the trimmest diaper on the planet. Cue old-timer in rocking chair on the front porch. Back in those days, the brand was 'Fishnoodles,' and I was already waxing poetic about the fit (check that out here). After enough confusion from outside folks that the brand was a restaurant or food company in some way (gross over simplification, but you get the gist; true story - Dawn once received a load of shipped in on a refrigerated truck, thanks to the belief they were some how transporting perishable food products).

And from Fishnoodles, Bright Star Baby was born. Unfortunately, another company with a not-really-similar-but-too-similar-for-their-liking company decided BSB was just not going to work, and thus, the just-baby-stages-Bright-Star-Baby brand received a makeover. And that is how the beloved Peachy Green came in to being in 2011.

If you ever hear anyone talking Fishnoodles (usually abbreviated 'FN') or Bright Star Baby ('BSB'), now you know why! And because I knew you were really looking for the history of the brand as well (right? nod and smile, nod and smile).

The Diapers

Back when I first discovered Fishnoodles Dawn offered sized All-in-Ones, and sized PUL covers (both in front-snapping and side-snapping). As research showed, the front-snapping covers were the lesser-chosen style, and many folks were looking for a one-size diaper option. With that, the front-snapping cover was retired and the One-Size All-in-Two style was introduced (still looking for the front-snapping cover? There are a select few still available! Shop here). 

So with a variety to choose from, how do you know which Peachy Green you'll like the best? The following is a brief rundown of all the styles. Pretend you are at the shop, standing next to me. I have all of these laid on the table, and we are talking through them. We'd likely be standing at that second white table>>

All-in-One

Solids $22.95 | Prints $23.95 

All-in-One diapers are grab-and-go diapers - with the waterproof- and and absorbent-layers already attached. Each is a single-use diaper. So, when it is diaper change time you take off the entire diaper, and toss in to your pail or wet bag. 

picture note - see how the 'tongues' of the soaker are laying past the diaper's front waist? once prepped, these will shrink up. Also - when you stretch the leg elastics out, the soaker tongues tuck right in to the diaper, leaving ~ one inch between the end of the soaker and the waist of the diaper. 

• Sizing? These are a Sized diaper 
• Three sizes - 0, 1 and 2
• How do they run? Petite infants will get quite a bit of use from a size 0 - with some babies wearing them up to 6+mos of age; size 1 is the top-selling size, thanks to the generous weight range.
• Baby looking to fit in both a size 1 and size 2? Taller babies are great in a size 2 as it gives extra room in the rise, while petite children can use either a 1 or 2, with the size 1 being a trimmer fit overall 
• Absorbency?
• These are a 'daytime absorbency' diaper. What do I mean by that? This is such a trimly cut diaper, there just isn't enough room to stuff it to pieces to last most children for overnight. Instead, its super-trim fit means it is a diaper intended to be changed every two hours (which is actually the intention of the majority of cloth diapers on the market). 
• Baby a heavier wetter? The Peachy Green Hemp Doubler is a fantastic addition. Will detail more on this below. 
• Colors and Prints
• With each release, the favorites usually sell out within a day or two of release, while the shelf remains stocked with the rest of the options through the following weeks. By the time the next release rolls around, we are usually down to a very sad and empty shelf with just a few diapers left, so we do recommend shopping early if there are any prints or solids in particular that caught your eye. 
• Design? 
• Waterproof Outer fabric: super-soft PUL, squishes up nicely under clothes
• Shell's inner fabric: bamboo! Translation, even though the insert snaps in to place in this All-in-One, it is not intended to be used multiple times - rather - this functionality is in place in case you ever wanted to remove the soaker and put in a new one you know, when your dog decides to break in to your diaper pail and have a Peachy snack, another true story. The shell's bamboo lining helps contribute to the absorbency of the diaper, while still keeping the fit quite trim
• Shell's Absorbent Soakers (aka the 'tongues'): Bamboo again. Already snapped in at the back, you just need to make sure that the soakers are tucked in along the sides and front of the diaper 
• Side Snaps? 
• Side-snaps are part of what contributes to the very-slim fit of the Peachy Green, taking away the bulk from the front of the diaper and instead putting it along baby's hip.
• Some people adore them (meeeeee!), while some people really dislike them. It is hard to categorically say what those who dislike them have in common, so I don't tell anyone to rule them out without giving them a try. 
• A few tips on fitting a side-snapping diaper - 
• Lay diaper under baby, lining up the back waist of the diaper with baby's back waist
• Pull the diaper between baby's legs and up, creating a flush, smooth fit across baby's belly (this action of stretching the diaper between baby's legs and up will tuck those inserts in to place)
• Snap the lower 'hip/leg' snap on one side, then snap the other side - take a look at your handiwork - how is the fit around the leg? Comfortable and snug, without being too tight? You should be able to get a fingertip comfortably in, but the elastic should also return flush to baby's skin when you remove your finger. Adjust if necessary. 
• Once you've figured out where you like that lower snap set, then move to the second row of snaps - aka - the waist snaps
• Again, snap one side, then the other, then check that it is the proper setting. You want the diaper to lay flush against baby's front
• Very important note - don't be surprised if the waist and leg snap settings do not line up with each other! Depending on baby's proportions and growth spurts, you'll likely find you are back and forth over time. As long as you have that snug fit through the legs and waist, you have a great fit! 
• Overall Fit? 
• Incredibly trim
• Crazy trim
• Amazingly trim
• I started my quest for the trimmest diaper on the market when my daughter was roughly six months old. I've tried almost all of the diapers that make the 'trim diaper' lists out there, with the exception of some WAHM options that retail for more than my car is worth kidding, sort of.
• Some people will make up the bulk of their daytime stash of diapers Peachy Green All-in-Ones, while others will have three or four they use for those outfits when a bulky diaper will just not work.
• Other Features and Points to Note
• The elastic Dawn uses is top-notch - the best out there - gentle on any size leg, but still durable - I have Fishnoodles that I bought used almost three years that still had perfect elastic when Avalee switched over to undies
• Because the PUL is softer than what most other brands use, it 'squishes up' better under clothes. So if your baby is just growing in to the size you bought, and there is a bit of blousy-ness to the bum, that extra fabric still doesn't ruin the diaper's trim fit

All-in-Two

All-in-Two diapers are one of our top-selling styles, thanks to the combination of economy plus convenience. Often abbreviated 'AI2,' this diaper style allow you to change out just the absorbent inside, while reusing the outer waterproof pieces through the day (the words 'shell' and 'cover' are often used interchangeably - both refer to a waterproof layer that holds the absorbent innards).

For people who will use an All-in-Two system full-time, I recommend planning on three shells per day. This gives you one shell to be on baby's bottom, one shell to be airing out between changes, and one shell standing by in case a dirty mess gets on the inside of the cover. At the end of the day, toss all used covers in the pail, put on baby's nighttime diaper, and start the next morning with your next three shells.  And how many inserts? That depends on how frequently your baby is having bowel movements. If they are down to just 1-2 dirty diapers a day, 8-10 inserts should suffice. If they are having more, then increase the soaker count as necessary. 

Sooooooo Abby..... how does this translate to Peachy Green's All-in-Two offerings? Thanks for asking, friend.

There are two 'shell' styles to pick from - a one-size option and a sized option. So first you'll want to pick the style of shell you prefer. 

One-Size - 'Sprout Up' (thanks to its ability to grow, or 'sprout' with your baby).

Solids $18.95 | Prints $19.95

• Sizing? 
• Like most one-size diapers, it begins to fit at ~10lbs, and goes through potty time.
• If you already familiar with the Peachy Green All-in-One, a quick comparison - the smallest rise setting corresponds with a size 0 rise, the middle rise setting corresponds with a size 1, and the largest rise setting corresponds with a size 2. That said, many, many anecdotal reports tell me that, despite having the same rise, the Sprout Up shell runs bigger than the All-in-One (which is why the Size 0 diaper starts to fit around 7 or 8lbs, while the Sprout Up is ~10lbs). 
• Absorbency?
• As the Sprout Up shell is just a cover, there isn't any absorbency to it. Rather, you add in the absorbency with a separate insert. 
• Colors & Prints
• As this is still a newer style, we tend to sell it in spurts. The top print or solid each release tends to sell out fairly quickly, while most other times we have enough in stock to offer a good rainbow of both solids and prints to choose from.
• Design
• Waterproof Outer fabric: super-soft PUL, squishes up nicely under clothes
• Shell's inner fabric: poly fleece. Why? Fleece is durable, soft, and repels moisture when backed up against a waterproof layer. So, even if some urine gets on the inside of the cover, it will be repelled - beading up and pushed back to the absorbent innards of the diaper. 
• Fleece-lined All-in-Twos are quite popular these days - thanks to their use in other brands such as Softbums and AppleCheeks. 
• Snap settings at the back: these allow you to snap in your insert
• Side Snaps? 
• The same tips mentioned in the All-in-One still apply here. 
• Overall Fit? 
• Still amazingly trim! Definitely the trimmest one-size diaper I ever found, across any style of diaper (All-in-One, Pocket, Fitted, etc). 
• I even have some customers who find it trimmer than their Peachy Green All-in-One!
• Other Features to Note
• The same highlights mentioned in the All-in-One still apply here. 

Sized - named 'Switcheroo cover-n-2' (thanks to its multi-tasking functionality)

Available in Prints only $15.95

• Sizing 
• This is a sized cover. Translation - available in size 0, 1 or 2. It is cut more generously than the All-in-One, so as long as you are using a slim absorbent inner (ie. the Peachy Green Sprout Up, or a trifolded prefold) you'll likely find it fits for an even wider weight range
• But what is particularly great is that it is cut generously across the bum, so you can also use it over bulkier nighttime fitteds or prefolds folded around baby. 
• Absorbency?
• As the Switcheroo shell is just a cover, there isn't any absorbency to it. Rather, you add in the absorbency with a separate insert. 
• Colors & Prints
• Switcheroo are available only in prints. 
• I stock these pretty deeply, so we almost always have all of the prints. A great place to check if you missed your favorite print in other styles.
• Design
• Waterproof Outer fabric: super-soft PUL, squishes up nicely under clothes
• Inner shell: the laminated side of the PUL, which means you can wipe this shell clean if needed
• Snaps at the back: these allow you to snap in the Peachy Green insert
• Don't want to use the snaps? No worries, there is a flap of PUL that lays over them, so no exposed snaps against baby's skin. 
• Want to use your own prefold, trifolded? Yup! That flap at the back, and another at the front, help keep your insert just where you want it. 
• Side Snaps? 
• The same tips mentioned in the All-in-One still apply here. However, because you have a second inner gusset on the cover, you will find there is more wiggle room with how loose or snug the waist needs to be to still get a great fit. I loveeeeeee those inner gussets (similar to Thirsties, Blueberry or Bestbottoms, if you've tried any of those)
• Overall Fit? 
• This is a trim cover option - that soft PUL squishes up so nicely under clothes!
• Trimness will also be affected by what you use underneath, so if you want an über-trim fit, use the Peachy Green Bamboo Insert. 
• Other Features to Note
• I really like these covers. We had a bunch in our stash, and I used them with the Peachy Green insert, pad folded flats, trifolded bamboo and cotton prefolds and fitteds. 
• These were also one of my favorites when traveling. I would use a Flip or GroVia disposable insert, tucked under the flaps, and we were good to go. 

Picked the shell you want to go with? Decision made? Great! Haven't decided? If each sounds like it would suit your family well, it is worth trying out both! They are both high-quality, USA-made items that were favorites in my own stash. Feel free to ask me if you would like more help pinpointing. 

Next, you'll need to add in your absorbency - 

• Sprout-Up - it is cut so trimly that I always point people to the one-size Sprout-Up insert as the place to be. It snaps in at the back, has an adjustable rise so you can be sure to get a proper fit, and it is just the right width to tuck in to the shell. Some people are able to trifold a slim hemp or bamboo prefold or pad fold a flat in to the shell, so that is also something to experiment with. The key is finding an insert that is quite slim, so it will fit inside the equally-slim Sprout-Up. 
• Switcheroo - any of your favorite innards will work here - fitteds, prefolds, flats, contours, disposable inserts. The one-size Sprout Up insert snaps in at the back, and is also a great way to turn the usual cover in to a trim and convenient All-in-Two system. 

Last but not least, the one-size Peachy Green Hemp Doubler (aka 'Booster'). This doubler is ingenious. Just the right length to fit any size Peachy Green (or Fishnoodle, or Bright Star Baby) All-in-One or All-in-Two. AND, it snaps in underneath the diaper's soaker. So, you still have everything in one easy-to-use and easy-to-change piece. We found the Hemp Doubler would bump up our diaper 1-2 hours, which made it the perfect option for errands and naps. 

Thank you so much for visiting, and I hope that this has been helpful for you! If there are any questions we can help with feel free to ask! Our Facebook wall is especially ablaze right now with excitement over the next release, due out in just under 26 hours (Nov 1, 10am ct). If you are looking for more weigh-ins, feel free to post your question on our wall. I'm sure many of the Peachy Green fans would also love to help you! 

Giveaway Alert: Coming Up Peachy Green

That's right, the amazing line Bright Star Baby has a new brand name - Peachy Green - and adorable logo to boot! To honor of the occasion, two special edition All-in-Ones are up for grabs. 

Multiple Ways You Can Enter to Win!

be sure to check out the fine print at the end of the post

• Entry Options -
• Become or already are a fan of Peachy Green on Facebook (mandatory - 1 entry)
• Signup or already receive Peachy Green's Newsletter - signup in the lefthand sidebar (mandatory - 1 entry)
• Become or already are a fan of Itsy Bitsy Bums on Facebook (optional - 1 entry)
• Signup or already receive Itsy Bitsy Bums's Newsletter (optional - 1 entry)
• Shop! For every Peachy Green All-in-One purchased from IBB, you rack up entries! (optional - 3 entries for each AIO purchased) 
• How to enter - 
• Comment on this blog post! Please be sure to comment once for each entry, and comment in this format: name, entry type, email address.
• In other words, if I was entering this drawing and I'd done all possible entry options plus bought two AIOs, here is what my comments would look like -
• First comment: 'Abby F, Fanned Peachy Green, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Second comment: 'Abby F, Signed up for Peachy Green's newletter, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com.'
• Third: 'Abby F, Fanned Itsy Bitsy Bums, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Fourth: 'Abby F, Already receive IBB's newsletter, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Fifth: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Sixth: Fifth: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Seventh: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Eight: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Ninth: Fifth: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'
• Tenth: 'Abby F, Purchased AIO, itsybitsybums @ aol dot com'

Bright Star Baby's Off to a Good Home

So you are probably wondering - what is to become of those Bright Star Baby's hanging around in the wings? They will continue to be offered at IBB until we sell out. Size One is virtually already sold out (might be one or two lingering around, email me if you want to know the colors/prints), but I still have a decent offering of Size Zero and Two. 

Stalking Those Stocking Alerts

Going forward, Peachy Green will release a new round of solids and prints every other month. Unlike Bright Star Baby, all of the solids and prints are limited edition. In other words, once they are gone, they are gone. Act fast to be sure you snag your favorites. The fall collection currently available - 

Black Friday Is Coming!

IBB has not one or two but three Exclusive Peachy Green AIOs stocking on Black Friday! The only hint for now - two solids and one print, and all inspired by the winter season's loveliness.  

Special Edition Giveaway - Fine Print

• Winner will be contacted to confirm preferred All-in-One size. In the event their size isn't available, a Size One will be substituted. If winner does not reply within 48 hours of notification, an alternate winner will be drawn. 
• 'Mandatory Entry' means that you must complete this step in order to be entered. If you are the winner, and are found to not have completed both the mandatory entries, you automatically forfeit your prize. 
• Giveaway ends November 20th at 23:59pm central. All entries must be submitted by that time. 
• Not valid on pending or prior Peachy Green purchases. 
• Limit one prize per household.

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The New Product Showcase

Coming soon to Itsy Bitsy Bums 

What I love about this brand (in addition to its great design and amazing colors) - 

• All of the materials, with the exception of one fabric, are sourced in the United States! And all of the diapers are sewn in the US! This is a rare, rare distinction for a diaper, as even those 'Made in the USA' are often still made of imported materials.
• The owner, Christy, and her husband Geoff. They are very passionate about what they do, and have a keen eye for design and function. 

Smart One 2.0

Smart Bottoms's All-in-One

For those AIO purists, this is for you! Everything sewn into place. A trim fit. Amazingly soft natural fibers against the bottom. And for those looking to add a couple super-easy diapers to your stash, this is also for you! 

Smart Cover

Smart Bottom's All-in-Two

A two-size cover that can be paired with the insert of your choice - Smart Bottom's 'Smart Fold's organic cotton/hemp fleece prefold (a super-trim and absorbent insert option you can also pair with any other cover), or their 'Too Smart' insert. The Too Smart insert tucks neatly into the shell, ensuring your shell stays clean and the fit stays trim.

Smart Bottom's Wipes

These wipes are amazing! They have a nice heft to them, so you don't have to worry about any mess coming through the fabric. And priced at just $8 for five wipes! You aren't going to find a better quality wipe with that quite-smart pricetag. 

Dimpleskins Naturals Bum Bum Balm

Zinc-free and cloth diaper-safe!

Ingredients: Coconut Oil, Pure unbleached Beeswax, organic Jojoba oil, Apricot Kernel oil, Organic Calendula oil (infused in sunflower oil), Cocoabutter, Vitamin E oil (derived from pure Soybean oil), pure lavender essential oil

TotsBots Easy Fit

A one-size All-in-One diaper

Customers have been asking for this one for quite a while, and I'm thrilled to at long last be adding it to the store! I cannot decide my favorite feature of this diaper - velcro that wears like iron, a partially-detached soaker that unfurls to wash thoroughly and dry quickly or the beautiful colors and prints. Or the super-soft leg gussets, or the super-soft bamboo against babies bottom. Or.... yup, hard to say!

Organic Prefolds in three sizes - Preemie, Infant and baby

Newborn Diaper Pack

Such an easy diaper solution for those supplementing with prefolds and covers through the newborn period. this pack contains two Bummis SuperBrite newborn covers, and twelve prefolds. Grab one pack for washing every evening, or two packs to add some extra wiggle to laundry time. Also a great addition to those doing the newborn diaper rental who are looking to extend laundry into a third day!

Oh Katy Diapers

One-Size Pockets

I know what you are thinking - how is this one-size pocket different than the others out there? Oh my, YES, it is! My daughter has always been petite for her age, and her one-size pockets inevitably swallowed her right up (even now at 25lbs, and I still find myself always reaching for her sized diapers over her one-size pockets). Well this diaper changes my entire outlook on one-size pockets. This diaper fits her SO trimly! And it is so squishy and soft. And the overlapping wings mean a great fit on the thinnest of waists. I couldn't be more pleased with its design, and I'm thrilled to add this diaper to the store. (Ps. Katie - the momma behind the diaper - could not be more pleasant and lovely!)

Eco Nuts Natural Laundry Soap Nuts

Available in both nut and liquid form

(those with nut allergies - no need to worry - these 'nuts' are actually berries!)

Yup, soap nuts! If you haven't heard of them, I highly recommend checking out this brief introduction and these how-tos. They are an all-natural way to wash any laundry - diapers, clothes, whatever. They are also great for those with extremely sensitive skin. I have a good friend who uses soap nuts for her diaper laundry, so I've always been interested in adding them to the store. I eventually settled on Eco Nuts due to their high quality sorting and storing standards. They will be stocked in both nut and liquid form (the liquid is great for those with hard water, front loaders and/or those who wash in cool water), and in several sizes. 

Organic Flannelette Contour Diapers - Newborn/Small (4.5-18lbs)

This contour is so lovely, so soft, and so very practical for small babies. Simply fold down the diaper's rise to match your baby's needs, and wrap the wings around baby. No need to snappi or pin. Layer a well-fitting cover over the diaper and you are ready to go. 'No snappi or pins?' you ask. Correct - the fibers' slight loft helps the wings 'stick' to the diaper, meaning the diaper will stay in place while you secure the cover around baby. I really love the look of these diapers, and imagine that if we ever have another baby, these will be one of my go-to diapers. 

Earth Friendly Baby and Kids Wipes

(pictures not to scale - Baby wipes are larger than Kids wipes)

Looking for a flushable wipe option, wipes to store in the car or diaper bag? These wipes are 100% biodegradable, meaning they are gentler on both baby's bottom and the environment. Is your little one learning to use the potty? You might like the Kids Wipes - perfect for small hands. 

Imse Vimse Flushable Liners

Another item requested over the months, I'm pleased to finally add it to the store! These liners are especially great for those looking for a flushable liner that also can withstand a wash or two (yup! throw urine-only liners in with your diaper laundry then hang to dry, and you'll find you can typically extend their life a use or two). 

I know I've said this about so many of the new products, but I have to say it again - I'm so pleased to be adding this brand to IBB! Developed by an RN (who is also an herbalist)  Earth Mama Angel Baby offers such a wide range of products - from vegan Nipple Butter (great not only for those who choose to avoid lanolin products but also those who are allergic or sensitive to lanolin) to pregnancy and post-partum teas. And of course a cloth diaper-safe rash cream is also in the mix! 

New Colors! Steel, Lime, Neon Pink, Grape

The new colors are positively amazing! Steel is so classy I can hardly stand it. Lime and Neon Pink are brilliant pops of happy color, and Grape is so rich and expensive. These are the kind of colors that leave me wanting to never restock and simply make the newest shipment my own stash. Swear it hasn't happened yet, but one of these days.... 

Look for new colors from Chewbeads! No photos yet, but here's the skinny - both Jane and Cornelia are coming in a dark brown and dark purple. And Hudson is coming in Deep Sea Blue and Punchy Pink! 

Yes folks, it is true. Bright Star Baby is changing names to Peachy Green (due to events entirely out of her control - you can find more details here). And just in time for the release of the long-awaited and highly-anticipated All-in-Two! The same trimness and function you've come to love in your Bright Star Baby All-in-Ones is now available in an All-in-Two. 

The one-size shell features side-snap closures, a snap-down rise, and a fleece-lined inner. This fleecy-goodness will repel moisture away from the shell, and back into the snap-in bamboo soaker (also one-size). Check out a sneak-peak at the first colors and prints below! The option to preorder will go live Friday Sept 30th at 8pm central Saturday Oct 1 at 12:01am, and are expected to begin shipping Oct 10th. 

And that is not all! I'm still finalizing the final baby carrier assortment, in addition to a few other diaper and diapering accessories brands to be added. Stay-tuned through the week for more details!

Review: Bright Star Baby All In One Photo Review

So very excited to bring you another review from Anna, our guest blogger/reviewer extraordinaire! You already know how much I love the Bright Star Baby All-in-One (BSB AIO), and I'm pleased to present a second person's take on this (ahem, amazing) All-in-One. 

Not only are all Bright Star Baby All-in-Ones on sale through Sept 30th (including IBB's exclusive), but this is your chance to snag an extra special bonus. Through Sept 22nd, buy three or more BSB AIOs and get a free BSB Snap-in Hemp Doubler. Simply mention 'Anna' at checkout (in 'notes to seller' field, or email me if you miss it during checkout) to grab this extra freebie! 

Limit two free BSB Hemp Doublers per household. Not valid on previous purchases. 

Ultra Trim.  Fast Drying. Natural Organic Fibers.  Stretchy Soft.  Super Cute.  Made in the USA

Surely one diaper cannot be all those things, or can it?  Many diapers claim to be.  Some are very close, but fall short in one category or another.  Only one so far in our cloth diapering adventure manages to wrap all those things up in one fabulously adorable diaper--and that diaper is none other than Bright Star Baby!

OVERVIEW

Brand:  Bright Star Baby (Formerly the makers of Fishnoodles Solo Flyer AIO)

Style:  Sized, side-snapping, all in one cloth diaper.

Material:  Outer:  PUL, Inner Lining:  Organic Cotton & Bamboo Viscose, Insert:  Organic Cotton & Bamboo Fleece

Sizing:  Size 0 fits babies 7-16lbs with a rise up to 15"; Size 1 fits babies 12-28lbs with a rise up to 17.5"; Size 2 fits babies 24-35lbs with a rise up to 19"

Price:  Solid colors $21.50; Prints $22.50 Sale price through Sept 30th - Solids $18.28; Prints $19.13

DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION

The diaper featured in this review is a Bright Star Baby AIO, size 1 in the gorgeous black butterfly print.

Front.  Mmm!  The top panel is nicely finished with a turned & topstitched seam.  I love the crisp, clean look of side-snapping diapers, and Bright Star Baby is no exception! 

Back.  Two unique features of the Bright Star Baby can be found in the back of the diaper.  The first is the unique way the elastic is sewn in, and the second is the serging at the top back.  Many diapers have elastic at the back, but none have it sewn in such a way that it not only acts as a barrier agains leaks, but also contributes to the ultra-trim design.  The serging at the top also keeps this diaper super trim, because it means that no layers have been folded over (thus creating extra bulk).  Also, notice that while the diaper is very trim, it is amply cut through the bum so those cute little cheeks stay covered.

Side.  Notice how the side-snaps contribute to the Bright Star's slender silhouette?  From the side view, you can also see the unique leg openings--the elastic is not sewn into a casing, nor does it roll--ensuring that even the chubbiest of baby legs won't get red marks!  I love how they picked snaps to coordinate with the print too ;)

Crotch.  You can tell just how trim the Bright Star Baby AIO is, just by looking at how little bulk is at the crotch.  

Waist.  You can see just how thin the "shell" of the diaper is.  It's no wonder this diaper is so trim!

Wings.  The wing tabs are not only nice and long with four rows of snaps to accomodate a growing babe, but they are also nice and stretchy!  You're sure to get a perfect fit :)

INSIDE

Inside the Bright Star Baby AIO, nothing but soft organic cotton/bamboo fabric touches your baby's delicate skin.  Snaps are hidden beneath the inner lining.  The insert snaps out for easy laundering & quick dry time.

Insert

The insert for the Bright Star Baby AIO is made of buttery soft bamboo fleece that is amazingly absorbent!  Don't be fooled by how thin it is--it soaks up liquid quickly and holds quite a bit.

Back of insert                                                             Front of Insert

The insert design is unlike any other snap-in insert I've seen!  At first glance, it looks like a bi-fold soaker like most other diapers with snap-in soakers have.  However, if you look closely at it from the side, you can see a third layer in the back panel.  

PERFORMANCE AND FIT

We love our Bright Star Baby AIO's!  In fact, sometimes, I wish I needed more so I had an excuse to buy more of the fabulous new prints :)  These are some of my favorite "showing off" diapers that I save for outings.  I love that even under leggings you can't tell she's wearing a cloth diaper because it's so trim!   Given its trimness, the amount it can absorb is rather surprising!  Although I prefer to change J every 1.5 hours or so, in our experience, Bright Star Baby diapers can withstand 2-3 hours of use without wicking.  In circumstances where I know ahead of time that I'll need it to last a bit longer, I use our Bright Star hemp booster for added absorbency. Thankfully, we've never experienced poo escaping!

Aside from the trimness, the fit of Bright Star Baby is probably my favorite aspect of these superb diapers.  I love that the bum is cut generously enough to cover, but not so wide that it puckers from the excess material.  The crotch is amply narrow so to speak--it is just perfect!  The elastic in the legs is so gentle that even when J was a chunky monkey at 6 months, it didn't leave red marks.  Now that she's 13 months and is lean through the legs, the same size 1 diaper still fits her perfectly!  And of course, the front looks like a million bucks thanks to the side-snap closures.  I could not be more please with the fact that the same diaper that fit J 7 months ago, still fits her perfectly now, and will continue to fit her for months to come!!   She has 10lbs to grow before she'll need the size 2--and hopefully by then she'll be potty trained ;)


For reference, J is almost 14 months old and weighs around 18lbs and wearing a Bright Star Baby size 1.

If you've been holding out for the day time diaper that has it all, look no further!  Bright Star Baby AIO really is trim, absorbent, cute, and a great value for your money.  I highly recommend them!