TDoJ: Softbums Diapers

On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, 

Softbums - 10% off! 

What? 10% off Softbums individual shells and inserts through Jan 15th

Why? 

• The only one-size diaper that truly fits from birth!
• Both snap- and aplix-closure shells available
• Plethora of insert options or pair with your favorite fitted, prefold, contour or flat (love, love their Organic Bamboo Velour pod - it is my go-to insert)
• Two shells available
• Echo - use a a cover or AI2 shell
• Omni - use as a cover, AI2 shell or pocket
• Abby, which shell should I pick? Some people report the Echo shell is a bit more trim. If you know you you do not want the pocket functionality, then Echo. If you want the option, then Omni. 
• Shells made in the USA (in fact, the Softbums inventor lives just an hour from my parents - yes - I have been to her house!). 

Want more? 

• Today only, spend $100 or more on any combination of Softbums covers and/or inserts and receive a free 4oz tub of CJ's 
• No code necessary. Not valid on pending or prior orders. IBB will pick the scent. 

Me & Softbums at the ABC Kids Expo, 2011.

Abby's Favorites: Week 2

In honor of my favorite I'm spending the month of April sending shout-outs to some of my favorite products. Now I try not to be partial when it comes to diapers, but you know how it goes. There will always be a few that you just cannot help but love more than others. You try not to let on to the other diapers that there might be a favorite in the crowd, but there is. So without delay (and quickly, while the other diapers aren't listening) let me add to the hallowed halls (one favorite spot already taken by GroVia's All-in-One)..... 

What do I love? Softbums One-Size All-in-Two

Why do I love it? The Bamboo Pod is super absorbent yet still very trim. Also love the aplix closures - they make quick work of diaper changes when the last thing a toddler wants to do is stand still. 

And? The Miss Kitty print is one of my all-time favorites! I smile every time I see the diaper peaking out the top of my daughter's  pants. And how great is it that I can just reuse the outer, and stare at that great print all day long!

Why else do I love it? I love the idea behind One-Size systems. What a great way to make one purchase and be set from birth to potty training. While this notion is lovely and good in theory, rarely does a one-size system actually work in reality. Instead, one-size diapers often start to fit (and function well) at 9lbs (sometimes even 10lbs+, depending on baby's build).

So what is one to do? Enter IBB's Newborn Diaper Rental, a great way to cover that newborn period for a sweet price tag. But what if you want to buy once and be set? Enter Softbums, and its completely adjustable (and patent pending) Slide2Size elastic leg gussets. 

Baby Oscar at one month - just shy of ~6lbs

This Echo shell has a Bamboo Mini Pod laying inside.

It fits his adorable skinny legs snuggly, and the elastic isn't even at its tightest-possible setting! 

Want a Tip? For the best fit, aim to have the Pod's rise hit approximately an inch below the top of the shell. This will be low enough to ensure you don't have leaks up the front of the diaper, while still high enough that the velcro will hold the insert against the torso thereby keeping the diaper as trim as possible (if the Pod is folded to a shorter rise you'll likely have some front bulk from the insert sliding forward). 

Want a Fun Tidbit? Softbums are made just 8ish hours north of IBB-land. I even had the opportunity to meet Sarah, the lady behind Softbums at Christmastime! Turns out she is a hop, skip and hour away from my parents' house! 

Get them while they're hot! Through April 15th Softbums are on sale at IBB - 15% off individual shells and inserts. Shop fast, sale price limited to the stock I have on hand.