Beginners guide to 2 part fitted reusable nappy system.

Not all cloth nappies are equal and a two part nappy system (sometimes referred to as shaped, sized or fitted nappies) is one of the best work horse nappy there is, they are perfect for day time or for overnight.

Little lamb bamboo - Size 2

There are a few brands out there making this fitted 2 part system, the one I mostly used were from Little lamb size 1 and 2 saw my little boy through from 6 weeks old (around 8lbs) all the way though to now at 3 years 4 months. I can just squeeze him into a size 2 for bed time but they are getting uncomfortable for him now so we are using pre-folds (which will be coming up in a post soon). Other brands worth taking note of are Sandies, Easy Peasy, Tots bots bamboozles and Ecopipo. They come in a three different fabrics, Bamboo, Cotton and Microfibre. Bamboo is the most absorbent but takes the longest to dry, Cotton is also very absorbent and doesn't take quite as long as to dry as bamboo, Microfibre is the least absorbent but dries quickly, I went with Bamboo.

Little lamb bamboo size 2 - Bum Genius flip wrap in Sierpinski

With the two part nappy system you will need a waterproof outer to go over the fitted nappy, most brands will have their own nappy to go over their fitted but you do not have to stick to that, any wrap can go over any nappy. We didn't get on with Little Lamb wraps but really got on well with Bum genius Flip wraps and they fitted very well (and still fit) over little lamb nappies.

Little lamb bamboo - laundry tabs

Most fitted nappies have a applix (Velcro) with the laundry tabs directly next to them, this will stop the applix sticking to everything in the wash and creating pulls in fabrics it sticks too. 

Little lamb bamboo - Boy fold

Size 1 Little Lambs come with a booster but it isn't sewn in so for smaller babies you can use them without, Size 2 come with a booster sewn in and an additional booster. You can fold the sewn in booster different ways for boys and for girls. The above picture is what I found works best for a boy, folding it under so all the booster is sitting under the penis ready to collect the urine. The below picture is what is recommended for a girl as their urine tends to dribble round the back.

Little lamb bamboo - Girl fold

Any type of fitted or 2 part nappy needs a stay dry layer to keep your baby feeling dry and rash free. Little lamb liners are lovely and fluffy, you can use any other brand of nappy liners or make your own from a fleece blanket. You can also use disposable liners, these shouldn't be flushed down the toilet as long term they can cause sewage problems for you and your neighbourhood. 

Little lamb - Fleece liner

Once you've put your fitted nappy on your baby you will need to put your wrap over the top. A little fitting tip, make sure you get your babies nappy into the knicker line (just where you would have your knickers) and not too low on the thighs and this can cause leaking and an uncomfortable fit for your baby.

Bum Genius - Sierpinski birth to potty wrap

If your wrap is birth to potty as mine is you may need to adjust the sizing poppers on the front of the nappy, have a little play around with what will fit your baby. If you have a smaller baby and a nappy with out boosting you will likely need the smallest rise, my 3 year old is on the larges rise (all sizing poppers open) for his night nappy.

Bum Genius - Sierpinski Birth to potty wrap

Then fit your wrap just as you have the inner fitted nappy, make sure all the fabric is tucked inside and none of the absorbency is poking out as this will cause wicking and a soggy baby. 

When you get the hang of it this type of nappy will last many hours and be completely bomb proof!. If your having trouble knowing when to change this type of nappy just stick your finger down the back to feel for dampness. 

Thank you for taking the time to read my blog.

Zoie

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