Stroller post update

Hi all,

 I was just reading through my previous posts, and I absolutely need to make an addition to my "Favorite Baby Basics" post.  I blogged about the Maclaren being my favorite brand for umbrella strollers - and they truly are AMAZING - but they are also expensive.  I don't even own one (we borrow my parents occasionally) and after searching I found a much more affordable option:

The Mia Moda Facile Umbrella Stroller is only $64.99, and has every function of a great umbrella stroller.  It is lightweight, compact (duh), with a 5-point harness and adjustable canopy.  The BEST features, making it comparable to a Maclaren, are 4 reclining seat positions and a leg rest, as well as a UV protected sun window within the canopy.  The most basic Maclaren ($130) does not even have a reclining seat or leg rest - way to go Mia Moda!  All of the Facile reviews have praised its sturdiness and ease-of-maneuverability, which are also key features.

The Facile also comes in a variety of great colors - I'm obsessed with the Aqua - such as carbon, navy, flame, tangerine, and pink. Adorable, affordable, a must-have! I will for sure be purchasing one before our next family trip.

My Favorite Recent Purchases

I must apologize, it has been ages since my last post! I intended to focus this post on my favorite summer purchases but, seeing as it is practically August, I kind of missed the boat on that one. Here are some of my absolute favorite recent purchases, summer-time and otherwise - enjoy!
**I apologize for the lack of product images, my computer has been refusing to save photos from online locations, or recognize my camera to upload personal images. I'm working on it!


Every toddler needs a musical toothbrush.
I'll admit, Aiden has always been pretty good about having his teeth brushed, but our recently-purchased musical toothbrush has become a bedtime favorite.


Brush & Learn toothbrushes By Plackers are probably a bit too bulky for your infant, but are a traditionally-sized "kid's" toothbrush.  You pick from 4 themes - A-B-C's, 1-2-3's, Barnyard Talk, and Toothbrush Talk - each in a different color toothbrush, with a super easy, toddler-friendly on-off button.  They play an adorable song that your little one is sure to love and, my favorite parts: the song helps you time how long to keep brushing, and has a wide, pedestal base for easy (clean!) stand-up storage! Highly recommend :) 


*I purchased ours at Meijer, but I'm fairly certain you will be able to find them most places toothbrushes are sold.


Traditional sand toys can be so boring after days and days of beach-time play.
Melissa and Doug make my favorite summer toys, hands down.  After some searching on Amazon, I discovered their huge line of sand and beach toys, most of which I have yet to find in a store.  They are, as typical of the brand, adorable, durable and so creative!

I bought Aiden the Sunny Patch Speck Seahorse Sand Ice cream Set and it was an instant hit.  It comes with an "ice cream" bucket with seashell lid, two "ice cream" scoops, two "ice cream" cones and a "sprinkle" shaker - everything your little one needs to store their ice cream, scoop it up, and make delicious ice cream cones for their fellow beach goers!

Aiden, his cousin Brenen, and 4 other little ones couldn't get enough of it during our long day at the beach; they LOVED telling us what "flavor" we were getting, and filling the sprinkle shaker with sand to decorate their finished products.

My only complaint: I wish it came with more cones and scoops. After two weeks we managed to lose 1 cone; does anyone else seem to magically lose things at the beach? However, for only $12 for the set, I won't mind buying another next summer.

Every 2 year-old boy will love cars - here is the BEST play rug & accessories for your little driver:
Aiden loves cars.  We've slowly upgraded from the soft, mini Tonka Chuck Trucks (he does still use them), to Disney die-cast Cars, which are more detailed and for "big kids" but also a bit more expensive.  Disney Cars can be found at Toys R' Us, Meijer, Walmart, pretty much any store, but it takes some searching if you are looking for new characters to add to a growing collection. I'm a sucker for Amazon; they have a great selection, and you can find most Disney Cars with "free super-saver shipping."

I have spent an embarrassingly-long amount of time online looking for a play rug to use with Aiden's cars - I was looking for a play rug that was printed with multiple streets, parking lots, and city/town buildings.  I wanted it to be large enough for more than just Aiden to play, but not enormous.  Price was also a deal-breaker for many that I looked at.

The carpet we ended up with is: Learning Carpets My Neighborhood Play Carpet.  It is $49.99 with free super-save shipping on Amazon.com, and we love it! It is 36 X 18 inches (fairly long), has non-skid backing, and fits perfectly into a corner of our playroom. It has regular buildings printed on, houses, as well as a construction site, hospital, castle, carousel, and ice cream truck - so cute <3 Aiden loves pointing out all of the buildings, and it has just the right amount of whimsy and small-town feeling I was searching for. :)

To go with the play rug and cars, I bought the Melissa and Doug Deluxe Wooden 53-Piece Town Blocks Set.  $30 with free super-saver shipping on Amazon.com. Includes a school, fire station, grocery store, police station, town hall, and many other houses and office buildings, all with roof blocks that your little one can place on top. Also comes with trees, stop signs, and wooden cars - an ambulance, fire truck, police car and school bus, as well as a few smaller cars. I'll admit, Aiden hasn't quite embraced this set as I imagined (I pictured him building elaborate towns, with the buildings and trees placed in perfect, appropriate spots on his rug...crazy, I know), but I'm sure he will grow into it!

The cutest shoes

I have never had an obsession with my own shoes (I don't have a billion pairs, don't use them to create an outfit) but, like all things baby, I adore looking for baby-infant shoes.  Aiden has had many, so I thought I would share my favorites with you:


Baby Shoes
Robeez soft-soled shoes are by far the best shoes for your little one who is 12 months-old and younger.  Perfect for pre-walkers.  I still put Aiden in these (he is 21 months-old), while we are at home.  They are so soft and conform to your little one's feet, so they can learn to walk naturally.  Super adorable, and you can shop around a bit for different versions and prices. My favorites:

Robeez Soft Soles Puppy
Great for boys, or girls.

Robeez Soft Soles Fire Engine
Go great with any blue, green and red shades your little boy will wear.

Robeez Soft Soles Paisley Peacock
Beautiful colors, and so versatile.

Robeez Soft Soles Polka Party
Are so fun, and adorable. Enough said.

Robeez offers great footwear as your little one grows- Their soft-soled leather shoes are great for indoors and dry climate-wear, but it is practical to upgrade to their Mini Shoez as your baby gets older. Note: their First Stepz are nice as well, but you can find similar shoes (with a similar, hard sole) from other places, for a better price.

Robeez Mini Shoez Aloha Sandal

For a summer baby girl (they also come in white!) Sturdy enough for walkers.

Robeez Mini Shoez Lil Half K
Go with practically anything your little man will wear. Perfect once they are walking.

Robeez Mini Shoez Breezeez
Fabric that actually breathes, for your little one in the summer!  More like sandals than anything. Aiden had these in the boy version - and wore them everywhere - but they haven't become available yet this season.  Great beach/water shoes!**


Many other brands make adorable shoes for babies 12months +. Your little one's feet do grow quickly, but there is no harm in buying a pair of moderately-priced shoes that are good for their feet, and will last 3+ months.  My favorites are:

Adidas Samba Leather
I am obsessed with Adidas.  For boys, nothing is cuter.  A much sturdier shoe, great for outdoors and for experienced walkers.  JCrew features these with their JCrew Kids, crewcuts line....in my opinion, that means they are as fashionable as you can get for a little boy. I can just imagine Aiden running down the soccer field in these. :)

Converse for girls & Converse for boys
Adorable for girls and boys.  Come in a variety of colors, and are sold at many different stores.  Target has a version of Converse that are slightly lower in price, if you want to see them in person.

Morgan&Milo Ginger Floral
I LOVE these.

Puma Arayla Shimmer Kids
Pumas are well-made and their soles are durable, yet flexible.  Too cute.

I have bought lots of Aiden's shoes from GAP and Old Navy - decently-priced, and adorable.  Maybe not the most orthopedic, but fun and durable!

 

Favorite Baby Basics

Breast pump
 I think you definitely get what you pay for with breast pumps. Besides, who really wants to spare money on a machine you attach to your breasts??

Hospitals have breast pumps for you to use when your little one is born, mostly to encourage breastfeeding, and for mommies whose milk doesn't come in immediately, or can't get a hang of breastfeeding right away.

I used the Medela Pump in Style Advanced Pump with Shoulder Bag, and really liked it.

Double pump, easy to figure out/ use, super portable, and comes with a shoulder bag, portable mini-cooler, and bottles. Nothing about pumping is comfortable, but this pump is supposed to mimic a baby's sucking motions, has two phases to stimulate let-down better, and has adjustable strength settings.

At around $250, this a moderately-priced pump, but will be worth your money if you pump full-time, while at work, or even occasionally.

Note: breastfeeding really wasn't for me, but I did try and breast feed/pump breast milk for about a month.  Breastfeeding is the best, obviously, but don't feel bad if you end up choosing formula.  Aiden has been a formula baby every since, and he has continued to be perfectly healthy and happy. 

Bottles 
I only tried one type of bottle (recommended to me), and there are SO many different brands, so I am far from an expert on this one.

However, it seems to me that you get what you pay for and, seeing as they aren't disposable, you can spend a bit more on 4 or 5 good ones without breaking the bank.

There are tons of credentials, BPA-free, Phthalate-free, vacuum-free feeding, interchangeable nipples for flow levels (slow for newborns – to fast flow for older babies), microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe...

I used Born Free bottles - they met all of the above credentials and worked great! So they are my pick :)
Target always has a great supply of Born Free bottles (I used plastic as opposed to glass) and nipples.

Car Seats 
I'm a big fan of Graco, and while researching car seats they seemed to have consistently great reviews from mommies, consumer's report, and the experts.

It can be a bit confusing buying a car seat for your infant, because now you can choose strictly infant car seats, or 3-in-1 car seats.

A 3-in-1 looks like this:

3-in-1's can be used for babies 5 to 100 pounds, which seemed pretty ridiculous to me, and I just felt more comfortable putting my little guy in the typical, infant car seat. In their defense, they are supposed to be just as safe, and you won't need to buy a new car ceat when your little guy reaches the infant car seat weight limit....but I just couldn't imagine my tiny, floppy little man in one of this tall, wide, armchairs. 

We used:

 The Graco Snugride

There are many versions of the graco snugride, but they all come in a variety of adorable prints, and are moderately-priced.

They aren't the lightest car seat you can buy, but you should really invest in a stroller for your little one. I lugged Aiden around in his car seat too many times – yes, its a great workout, but it really isn't worth the pain. Take a little extra time and get your stroller out of the back of your car if you have a ways to go with them.

Graco has Travel systems – coordinating car seat , stroller, and a car seat base – that many mommies use, too. For less than 200 you can get a car seat , stroller and base. You can pop the car seat right into the stroller when they are infants, and it serves as a regular stroller as they get older.

Strollers

I have the best sister and brother a mommy-to-be could ask for...and I received a Bugaboo for Aiden's stroller. They really are the smoothest ride, easiest to push, and easiest to maneuver across any terrain.

Additional features:

-comes with an infant bassinet with a plush liner, for strolling around with a little one who is the comfiest laying down. We kept the stroller this way for the first couple months and took tons of walks.

-Has an adjustable recline for the regular stroller seat. We kept it tipped back when Aiden still didn't have the hang of sitting, and now use it completely tipped forward, so he can sit up like a big boy.

-The regular stroller seat flips in one miotion, so your little one can either face you, or face away from you.  Aiden wanted to look right at mommy and daddy when he was younger, but chooses to face the world, now. :)

-Comes with diaper bag clips so you can hook your diaper bag right on, as well as an under-seat storage bin and an adjustable sun shade. You can purchase tons of other fun accessories, like cupholders and rain shades.

Bugaboos are crazy-expensive, but you will 100% notice a different if you test one out. We walked everywhere when we lived downtown, and we were so lucky to have our bugaboo.

If you are planning to have two babies fairly close together, the Phil and Ted's Classic stroller with doubles kit is a MUST. 

Most double strollers sit side by side, or one in front of the other, and are enormous. These are okay for twins, but not ideal for a baby + toddler combo. 

The Phil and Ted functions as a single baby stroller for your firstborn, then transforms into a double stroller when you add another munchkin to the family. It places one baby on top of the other (see photo), which uses stroller space much more efficiently. And, it is lightweight, maneuverable, and looks super chic. :)

For traveling, shopping strolls, and car-to-stroller strolls, Maclarens are the best.

They come in a variety of styles, sizes, and colors, and range in price from $100 to $900. The less expensive versions are super portable, easy to fold, and easy to push, perfect for casual strolling or traveling. Nice and narrow to squeeze between the racks while shopping. You can purchase tons of great accessories for you and baby, and you can make it your own with one of their many liners

 

My other recommendation for strollers is Graco, as previously mentioned. They produce dependable strollers, with a variety of features, at a price you can afford. Tons of different models/versions, so take your time and shop around before purchasing!  

Bouncy Seats and Swings

We lived at my parent's house right after Aiden was born, and our bouncy seat was a godsend – it is super lightweight and portable, basically a portable seat and napping spot for your little one. As long as they are sturdy, comfy (well-cushioned), have a few fun dangling toys to peak your baby's visual interest, and vibrate, you can't really go wrong. Here are a few I like, for every budget

Fisher-Price Happy Giraffe Bouncer

Bright Starts Comfort and Harmony Cradle Bouncer

Fisher-Price Bouncer – My Little Snug-a-Bunny

You can't hold your newborn 24 hours a day, and it's not convenient to have them in their crib everytime they doze off, so Aiden spent the remainder of his time swaddled up, lounging in his bouncer.

We didn't have a baby swing, but some parents prefer them. These typically take up more space, are less portable, and are more expensive. But, the swinging motion works wonders on some babies. The swings I researched online had significantly lower reviews than bouncer. Here is one I like, that is also rated well:

Bright Starts Comfort and Harmony Portable Swing

-Recognizes your baby's weight to adjust the swing speed as they grow.

Swaddlers and Burp Cloths

I never really knew about swaddling before having Aiden, but it is a genius idea. Newborns tend to “startle” often, and wrapping them up nice and tight in a swaddler prevents this, helping them stay asleep.

We received a lot of expensive swaddlers at baby showers – for example, SwaddleDesigns swaddling blankets – but they ended up being way too big for Aiden, and the material was too stiff and thick.  If you have a winter baby, this might be appealing (Aiden was a spring baby).

My thought is that you dress your little one in season-appropriate onesies or sleep-n-plays prior to swaddling, so the blanket itself just needs to be soft and easy to fold and tuck.

We ended up receiving numerous packs of Carter's receiving blankets, and they were the BEST for swaddling. So inexpensive, soft, and easy to wrap. And by far the cutest. Don't waste your money on expensive swaddling blankets!

As for burp cloths, the same rule applies: don't waste your money on expensive brands! Carters and Gerber make great multi-packs – they are much thinner than expensive brands, but you go through a ton everyday, anyway. I used these the most.

For a step up, I recommend burp clothes made of cotton with a soft, absorbent strip of material sewn down the center. They look pretty and collect that gross spit-up quite nicely. For an affordable version of these, check out my latest burpies :

mommy-made baby burpies


I just ordered 6 new designer fabrics that are absolutely adorable.  I can't
wait to get them and make more burpies!  I will be selling them for $5 a burp cloth.

I love love love Wall Decals

I keep telling myself not to post so frequently, but I really can't stop. So many fun products and ideas I'd like to share.  


People have recently been commenting on photos that show the tree wall decal in Aiden's room...I love it as much as you all seem to, so I thought I'd post some info, links, and my favorite ones:


Wall Decals are the perfect way to decorate your little one's room (they have great adult versions as well, but I'm focusing on the kids).  They are basically huge stickers that you arrange on the wall, but the BEST part is that they peel on and off with ease.  We have moved twice with ours, and it sticks just as perfectly! 2nd BEST part, they are so affordable. 

RoomMates Scroll Tree Mega Pack is hands-down the best wall decal I've seen for a girl's room. The numbers on each sticker obviously aren't on the actual product, in case anyone was wondering :)  You can arrange all the parts together, like shown, but I think it'd be cute to have some of the flowers and animals separate from the tree.

FunToSee Polly Patch Flowers
are adorable for a girl's room, as well.

CostSell Submarine and Fish decal is so cute for a boys room, play room, or bathroom. The scuba diver sticker is ridiculously adorable.

RoomMates Jungle Adventure Wall Decal would work for any nursery, and lets you be a little more creative with placement.

RoomMates Dotted Tree Wall Decal is what we have in Aiden's room, and works for baby girl or boy decor.  We will be updating to a more "big boy" version once he is out of his crib :)

RoomMates Transportation Wall Decal and RoomMates Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Wall Decal are perfect for your slightly older little man.














Check out Amazon.com for more wall decals (I search: "wall decals kids") They have princess decals, lots of flower and tree decals, and speciality decals like spiderman and star wars. 








XOXO, t.c. mommy

Favorite Book of the Week

Aiden and I were at TCAPS Way to Grow play group today (upcoming post on this great, free playgroup, 4 days a week!)  and I spotted a book that made me feel instantly nostalgic:

The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats

We don't own this book, and I haven't seen or thought of it since my childhood.

It is the simple story of a boy who wakes up to find that it snowed overnight; he celebrates the magical day by going on snow adventures - making snow angels, snowballs, footprints in the snow. All great, easy activities to do with your own children!


I have the best memories of The Snowy Day, and it is the perfect book to help your little one understand how wonderful the snow is!

XOXO, t.c. mommy

Mommy must-haves for the diaper bag

When my sister, Liz, suggested this blog topic I was excited to cover it, because your diaper bag is like your 2nd child.   


We should get one thing straight though.... I don't think there has been even a single time where I am out with Aiden, and have everything I need in my diaper bag.  It simply does not happen. I constantly find myself rummaging around in the bag for that one item that will stop Aiden's screaming, even though I just know I forgot to bring it.  Good luck, mommies!


The Essentials:
These are the most boring and the most obvious.
10.a. Diapers
10.b Wipes (I love the to-go packets that pampers makes - nice and thin, with a flip-top lid)
9. Pacifier if your little one uses one
8. A change of clothes for your little one
7. Formula, milk, water, etc. (I'm not a juice fan; it's completely unnecessary.  Introduce your little one to water right off the bat and they will continue to love it)

The Fun Stuff:

6. One or two board books - I am continually impressed with Bright  Baby Board Books.  Simple, bright      
      colors, great pictures.  Aiden liked looking at them when he was a baby, and now "reads" them nonstop  
      when we are out.

5. Disposable placemats, like these from Babies R Us -  Especially for Baby Table Toppers
     You peel off the tape on the edges and it sticks to any restaurant table or highchair tray that you might
     not trust your little one to eat off. Pack a Bumpkins Bib and your child's eating utensils, as I have
     yet to find a restaurant that provides them.

4. Lip gloss and blush.  Nothing helps wake up your face like blush, and lip gloss moisturizes and shows the
    world that you have everything - including yourself - under control.  Even when you don't.

     I use good ol' fashioned drug store powder blush in a rosey pink, and my absolute favorite lip gloss is  
     TheBalm Plump Your Pucker Tinted Gloss.  Feels just like a lip balm, but with a little oomph. Cocoa my
     Coconut is a nice, neutral shade.

3. Snacks.  Endless possibilities, but here are some of our favorites:
    - Gerber Graduates Puffs are the perfect finger food for babies. Not filling whatsoever, but good to keep
      then busy, and mess-free.
    - Same as above for Gerber Graduates Yogurt Melts
    - Archer Farms Organic Fruit Strips are semi-dried fruit strips.  Can be ridiculously messy, but they are like
     crack to toddlers.  Aiden can't get enough. Purchase at Target.
    - Peanut butter Sandwich crackers
    - Stauffer's animal crackers. Mostly for me, because I am obsessed with them, but Aiden eats them
      too.

2. Diaper/Potty Must Haves.  For your little one in diapers, the Munchkin Arm and Hammer Diaper Bags &    Dispenser. Used when Aiden decides to poop on a beach, in a nice boutique or, god forbid, on an airplane.
You and others near the trash can where you will dispose these nice, scented, diaper bags, will thank you.

For potty trained/training little ones, the Kalencom 2-in-1 Portable Potty Seat. My sister-in-law, Brandee,
made this discovery, and I really can't see how parents survive without it.  It folds up nice and small, and you can attach a bag under it and set it up on the ground for moments when a potty isn't readily available.

When your little has to go, they simply have to go, and it's best to avoid: a. instilling the fear of falling in the big person potty, and b. not making it to a bathroom quickly enough while at an outdoor, public gathering.

1. A few small, fun toys.

Whether they be infant toys, like The World of Eric Carle Activity Caterpillar

Mini trucks, like the Tonka Chuck and Pals Mini Fleet (Your little guy can drive this tiny trucks on just about
       anything.)

Or,  the always entertaining Sing-A-Ma-Jigs
        Squeeze their belliy and they sing in different pitches as their mouth moves.  Aiden thinks it is
        hilarious, and they are nice and small.  Not good for the attention-shy, because people will stop
        and stare.



 Crayons and a mini-pad of paper are essential as well, if your little one is old enough to color.  Aiden
         spends lots of time in church contemplating his religious thoughts....or coloring. :)



XOXO, t.c. mommy

Those terrible, awful, new baby teeth...

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe
I feel somewhat silly for recommending such an expensive teething item, but I simply can't resist a french giraffe who eases the teething pain of our little ones.  In all seriousness, Sophie the Giraffe has excellent reviews from actual parents - that seems to be the most important, in my opinion. 

Click on the link for more info from the manufacturer, but Sophie the Giraffe is intended to appeal to all of baby's senses.  After seeing Aiden with his Sophie, I can see that it is lightweight, with 5 "limbs" to easily hold on to, has a distinct smell, is satisfying to chew on, and is oh so cute.  I've seen many babies claim it as their "favorite", carrying it everywhere with an unbelievable ability to not lose it.

Other Teething Tips
I'm in no place to give medical information regarding teething - another constant debate in mommy-world: whether teething causes certain medical symptoms or can manifest itself within certain medical symptoms. My thought; it can make your little one absolutely miserable (in turn, making you a bit miserable), so it is well-worth trying most solutions!

We thought Aiden was teething at around 4 months-old, but his first tooth didn't decide to arrive until he was almost a year old.  We relied on the more traditional teething solutions, such as cold washcloths, frozen teething rings, and rubbing our fingers on his gums.  Teething babies will love to chew on just about everything, so as long as it's safe for them, chew away.  We had it fairly easy (lucky, I know) judging from the horror stories I hear from some parents.

I've noticed many mommies using teething feeders.  You can insert ice cubes or frozen fruit for your baby to suck on, or even frozen cubes of breast milk or formula if you haven't reached the food stage.

 My best advice is to share info with other mommies! We are each other's best resource, not to mention that it feels wonderful and relieving to relate to each other. To state the obvious: every baby is different, and your attitude as their mommy can make all the difference in how your day with your teething baby turns out.

I LOVE BabyCenter, and here is a great resource on Teething Solutions from Parents - What we wish we would have known. 

Diapers and wipes

There have been long-standing debates regarding diaper brands - mainly, Huggie and Pampers, - and I really can't say that there is a clear winner.  Every parent has a preference, and it really doesn't come down to gender, as some argue.  In my opinion, you pay for what you get, but even generic brands are good.

Pampers Swaddlers Diapers 
We have used Pampers from day 1, starting with "Newborn Swaddlers", and now up to "Cruisers."  I can honestly not say why we chose pampers - it was likely the diaper choice of mommies in our families, or the type of diaper used for a diaper cake we received at our baby showers :)

Huggies Little Snugglers
 I have yet to hear a realistic reason that Huggies is better or worse than Pampers.  However, seeing as my beautiful, talented older sister works on the Huggie's account within advertising, I'll encourage any new mommies to try them....Love you, Liz <3.  However, I did just notice that Huggies are more expensive than Pampers, at least the newborn size, on Diapers.com

Diapers.com might not seem like the most convenient way to buy diapers, but it is a great option if you use it consistently! They have awesome diaper discounts, especially for buying multiple boxes over time. (And yes, you will buy a horrifying amount of those things)

Pampers Sensitive Baby Wipes
We began using this sensitive version as opposed to the regular Pampers Baby Wipes, likely for just as nonexistent of a reason as our diapers.

I remember the thought of wiping my precious newborn's butt with anything but a "sensitive" wipe seeming unimaginable.... but we have since switched to the regular version, and they work just great!

If your little one is prone to diaper rash or has extremely sensitive skin, you might consider the sensitive version - in my opinion, why not? The sensitive version is slightly more expensive, but it's all relative.

Pampers Baby Wipes are super strong - we have literally not had one tear, ever.  You definitely have to use 2 or 3 for a messy diaper, though.   


Generic Brand Diapers and Wipes
Generic brands (Meijier, Target's "Up and Up", etc) are effective diapers, but you might have to modify how you use them.  I was peed on a few times during our test run of Target diapers, but I will shamelessly admit that I went as long as possible without changing Aiden's diapers.  It's hard to tell if they are cost effective in the long run, but I know many mommies who use them!