OhKaty! Pocket Diaper Review

Another photo review from our fabulous resident diaper addict/reviewer Anna - the Oh Katy One-Size Pocket Diaper. 

I know what you are thinking - 'seriously, another one-size pocket?' I won't lie, that is what I thought when I walked by Oh Katy's booth at the fall ABC product show. IBB already has a wide variety of one-size pockets, and I didn't know if that category could support one more option. But keeping an open mind I asked Oh Katy for a sample to try on my daughter. That night at the hotel I discovered you can instantly be in love with a diaper (ok, so I already knew it was possible, but I discovered there is another diaper I add into my top echelon of favorites!). 

This is the trimmest one-size pocket I've ever tried, bar none. Amazing! And the cross-over waist snaps (Anna will talk more about these) really do allow for a great fit on a newborn (I had the chance to see an Oh Katy on beautiful new baby boy this week. He is around 8lbs (update: 7lbs 2oz) and the Oh Katy pocket fits him perfectly - even better than a sized newborn pocket diaper! I wish I would have remembered to ask to take photos, as I am still amazed at the fit through his legs and waist). A few photos submitted by his momma:

Love what you see? Want to give Oh Katy a try? Now through Thursday, November 24th, buy three or more Oh Katy Pockets and get a free small Wahmies wet bag (a 9.50 value) Fine Print: Limit one free wet bag per household. No code necessary - just tell me 'girlish' or 'neutral' at checkout in 'notes to seller.'  expired

A few weeks ago, I received the best fluffy mail EVER!  That's right, I received not one, but two packages of diapers from Abby to review for you fabulous Bitzy Buzz readers!  It has been so much fun trying out so many brands, types and styles of cloth diapers.  Some I love, some I like and some are not my favorite, but one thing I want to assure of is that even though these diapers did not come from my personal stash, I will still review them as honestly as if they had. 

The thing I am loving most about trying all these diapers is finding that there really is a perfect fit for your baby!  (If you haven't already bought your fluffy stash, I highly recommend doing a trial first!).  The flip side is that while there is a perfect fit out there, every one-size diaper I have ever tried has provided a good fit that contained the messes and kept leaks at bay.

Until I received the "review diapers" from Abby, I had only ever tried BumGenius and Sunbaby pocket diapers and figured that most pocket diapers were generally the same.  I thought that BumGenius 4.0 were pretty much the end-all-be-all pocket diaper and hadn't even considered trying other brands.  Boy, have I been missing out!  BumGenius are still amazing, but there are a lot of other high quality pocket diapers out there.  OhKaty!  is one of the fabulous pockets I would have missed out on, had Abby not sent it.

OhKaty! Overview
OhKaty! pocket diapers (formerly Katydid) are one-size pocket diapers designed to fit most babies from birth through potty training.
Brand:  OhKaty!
Style:  Pocket Diaper
Closure:  Snaps
Sizing:  One-size fits approximately 8-35lbs

Materials:  Outer is made from TPU, a more environementally friendly alternative to PUL.  Inner is a super-soft polyester microfleece.  Inserts are microfiber.

Price:  $17.95
Manufactured in China.

Design

Remember my insanely naive statement earlier that I thought most pocket diapers were pretty much the same?  Well, I couldn't be more wrong--especially when it comes to the unique design features of the OhKaty! pocket diaper.  The color shown in the pictures is "Berries,"  a beautiful, creamy pink.

 

  

Outside:

You'll notice that there are 2 rise snaps, allowing you to adjust the diaper to sizes small, medium or large, depending on your baby's size.  At the waist, you'll notice that there are extra snaps you don't normally find on other pocket diapers.  These are hip-snaps.  Hip snaps are fabulous additions that keep the "wings" from drooping on newborns and skinny/petite babies like my daughter.  More on that later.

Inside:

One of the first things you'll notice about the inside of the OhKaty! is that the pocket is located at the front of the diaper, which keeps everything laying flat and neatly tucked in place.  In most cases, it also makes it easier to stuff and less messy when removing.

Waist:

At the waist, you will find a LOT of snaps!  Snaps are nice because they are typically more durable than aplix/velcro style closures and much more difficult for babies to undo.  Although you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of snaps, don't worry--it's really quite simple! 

The double row allows you to adjust the waist size, and the two in the center on the sides are the hip snaps.  If you've got an older baby, you probably won't need to use the hip snaps.

 

Wing Tabs:

OhKaty! offers one of my all-time favorite cloth diaper features--cross over snaps.  Cross-over tabs allow you to get a good fit on brand new babies because it makes the waist really small.  The real reason I love them though is because I'm forgetful.  I can't tell you how many times I've left the house and forgotton to put a wetbag in my diaper bag.  The cross-over snaps of the OhKaty! pocket diapers let you fold that messy diaper up into a little pocket that neatly contains the ick, so you can put that diaper back into your diaper bag--even if you forgot the wetbag!

Inserts:

Each OhKaty! pocket diaper comes with two microfiber inserts.  One is a "one-size" insert that can be snapped down to the appropriate size for your needs.  The other insert is a newborn size which can be used on its own for the newborn stage and as a booster to the regular insert later on when your child requires more absorbency.

PERFORMANCE

This diaper is newer to me, but so far in the few weeks we've used it, it has been superb.  I have found it to be easy to use and reliable.  The absorbency is great and when used with both inserts, can stand up to overnight use.  During the day, we just use the one-size inserts and it has been sufficient, even during naps.

FIT

I am very pleased with the fit of our OhKaty!  My daughter is 16 months, 19lbs and 29"--so she's pretty petite!  Her waist is still small enough that the hip snaps come in handy for us.  On other diapers, wing droop is something that often annoys me, so it's nice not to have to worry about that with these.  As you can see from the pictures, this is a very trim fitting pocket diaper! 

If you have a skinny or petite little one, OhKaty! is definitely worth considering! 

If one-size pockets are your preference, you may also be interested in:
BumGenius 4.0
Rumparooz
Fuzzibunz Elite
WAHMIES

Let's Celebrate: New Products!

Very excited to welcome the first wave of new products to the store. And of course we must welcome them in style! This weekend only - ten prize packs up for grabs!

Oh Katy - One Size Pocket

the trimmest one-size pocket I've ever tried - the fit is positively outstanding!

Smart Bottoms - All-in-One and All-in-Two

A company committed to sourcing American materials and manufacturing the highest quality diapers. Love an All-in-One brand that tells you to machine-dry their diapers! No 'line dry recommended' here! 

Eco Nuts Laundry Soap

A great choice for those looking for an über-natural detergent option. 

Earth Mama Angel Baby

Natural products for mama - for both pregnancy and postpartum - and baby

1 Grand Prize Pack value $67.95+

• 1 Smart Bottoms diaper of your choice (either their Smart One AIO or a Smart Cover+Insert - their AI2 system
• 2 Smart Bottoms wipes
• 1 Oh Katy One-Size Pocket
• 1 Eco Nuts - Medium Box
• $15 towards Earth Mama Angel Baby Products (you pick the product)

2 First Prize Packs value $32+

• 1 Oh Katy One-Size Pocket
• 1 Smart Bottoms Smartfold
• 2 Smart Bottoms wipes
• 1 Eco Nuts Trial Box
• Sampling of Earth Mama Baby Products

7 Miss Congeniality Prize Packs value $10+

• 2 Smart Bottoms wipes
• 1 Eco Nuts Trial Box
• Sampling of Earth Mama Baby Products

How to Win, you ask? 

• For every $20 you spend at Itsy Bitsy Bums*, your name goes in the hat one time. 
• Want to double your chances? Include $20+ of NEW products (any combination of items between the brands Oh Katy, Smart Bottoms, Eco Nuts and Earth Mama Angel Baby) and your total entries will be doubled. 

Fine Print

• *Gift certificates, trial and rental packages and bumGenius/Flip preorders ineligible for entry. Entry total will be calculated after any Bitsy Bucks are applied. 
• Any shipping charges and sales tax do not count towards order total. 
• No limit on the number of entries per household. Limit one prize per household. 
• Entry order(s) must be received between noon (central) 10/7/11 and 23:59 (central) 10/9/11. 
• Whoopsies? Order then realize you probably shouldn't have? All order cancellations must be received prior to winners are announced. If you email me to cancel your order after winners are announced, your order may be subject to a 20% restocking fee.
• All weekend orders will begin shipping Monday. 
• Winners will be notified via email, then announced on Facebook. Facebook promotion fine print: By purchasing you agree to release Facebook of any involvement, and that the promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associate with, Facebook. Your participation provides Itsy Bitsy Bums with your name and shipping details, and Facebook does not receive any notice of your personal information.

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!