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!