Review: Econobum Diapers

When I first decided to try cloth diapers, I didn't want to spend much money to test the waters. Who wants to make a big investment just to have it fall apart? Not me! So after much research, I came across the Econobum Kit by BumGenius. I had my sister pick one up for me, and even saved $10 off the purchase price with a coupon in Metro Parent's Pink & Blue at Modern Natural Baby.

BumGenius is a reputable brand, and often on the more expensive end of the spectrum, so I wondered how they could have possibly put this kit together for such a low price. The kit includes 12 prefolds, 3 white one-size covers, and a wet bag. If you intend on wrapping your baby in the diaper, you may want to invest in some Snappi's.

The wet bag is about 10x12" in size and seems most fitting for a diaper bag. It has a drawstring closure and isn't the most quality, as it's a very lightweight PUL. It serves it's purpose though; I keep my dirty covers in it.

The covers aren't the best out there, but they work. I haven't had a leak, even with messy breastfed blowouts. They too, are a light weight one-ply PUL with snap closures. They are stretchy, and the elastic fits around Lil' L's legs well. Be forewarned that the covers are only single gusseted.

The prefolds in this kit are the best part. They are thick, and super absorbent. They also have horizontal and vertical fold lines sewn in, so the diapers fold better if you are going to use them insert style, as directed on the package. My girl can sleep all night in one with no issue. They are wonderful! In fact, I just found out you can buy just the prefolds from CottonBabies, and I'm tempted to invest in more.

My only gripe with this kit is that putting the diapers on as directed, using the prefold as an insert instead of folded around baby, makes the diapers quite bulky.

Overall, this is a great little starter kit. And if you decide you like cloth, you can have a full stash (by buying two kits for a total of 6 covers and 24 prefolds) for about $120! That's incredible. And if cloth isn't for you (I'm not one to judge), you're only out about $60 bucks, and have some killer new burp/dust rags.