Raising Saints & Martyrs

So, I know...day three just began.  I think the GDiapers are wonderful, I love them and they are crazy easy to use, if you ask me.  However, I have seen a lot of reviews and such that state that they are not so simple and are just a bit confusing to other moms.

Now, that being said, I know a lot of cloth diapering mommies who hate these dipes, but they use other types and each person will have her own view of what is easier to use.  I am referring to people who are new to cloth diapering and are starting out with Gs.

I took some photos to help you visualize this a little better.

This is the collection (well the items not on the line anyway...it's laundy day).

The liners fit right into the pouches.  You might have to maneuver them a bit to get them in there snugly, but they will fit.

I usually maintain two ready to go just in case Audrey poos.  When she does I always change the pouch.

 In all I have a total of two covers, three pouches and 15 liners so far.

Oh boy...well things went so very well today.  That it, until I learned that I needed at least 10 to 15 more inserts as well as more pockets.  I also took a closer look at the diapers Audrey was wearing and learned that they were a size too large!  Now it is like starting.all.over and I may blow a gasket over the whole thing!

I went straight to panic mode when I realized all the things I need/want.  Those that know me can attest to my want vs. need as being non-existent.  The things I want are the things I need, of course my husband really doesn't see it that way.  He claims we don't need a wet bag or special detergent (although, both really are essential items to cloth diapering).  He also says I don't need all those super cute diapers I am drooling over.  Here is where we part ways.  I do need those diapers.  I must have them.

Anyway...I digress...

I suddenly find myself at a freak out moment due to the initial buy in cost of cloth diapering:

• 2 Packs of Gs (these are essential as the hubby will NOT deal with pocket dipes on road trips to Cali...I will NOT miss Thanksgiving with my family) $26.99 each ($54 assuming BRU or BBB will not allow coupons...I have heard they will on the GPants) Luckily this will give me four more pockets for changes
• 1 pack (6) of Gs pockets for poopy messes $20 (same couponing deal though)
• 1 pack (6) of prefolds by Cocalo $20
• Wet bag from Kawaii $13
• 12 diapers from Kawaii $70 (free shipping over $80...YAY!)
• 1 or 2 minky dipes from Kawaii (all the diapers come with 2 inserts so I would have a total of 28) $8-$16
• Wipes ~ I can make these for around $3 total

So today marks the first ever day of cloth diapering for our family.  The boy isn't all too thrilled, but hey, if it saves money and some space in a land fill, why not, right?

We are beginning our journey with Gdiapers.  They are SO cute!  Just ridiculous cute!  Before choosing to start with these I did my research and learned there was a plethora of choices out there in regards to style.

You have:
Flats ~ SO not happening in my house
Prefolds ~ Inexpensive, but bulky and you still need diaper covers...not digging these so much
All-in-ones ~ We are getting there, but these aren't always waterproofed all the way, plus you can't increase absorbancy for heavy wetters.
All-in-twos (hybrid systems) ~ Here you have a LOT of parts, but they are kinda cool...with the all in two you can change the pad and reuse (unless poo gets on them) the waterproof liners.  Gdiapers fall here, I like them because I only change the liner when she poos (breastfed poo can be messy...but isn't stinky, so it is ok).  These often have a disposable option as well, which is another reason I liked the G's (they are 100% biodegradable and can be flushed). 
Pocket Style ~ I like these, a lot. You have the diaper and a pocket for the inserts (you can even use the tri-folds here, yay) giving you the ability to increase absorbancy as needed.  These also dry a whole lot faster than the all-in-one types.

I want to cloth diaper.  Seriously.  It has become so important to me that it is now officially an obsession.  I am actually concerned that if I don't do it, I might lose my mind completely.

Frank doesn't love the idea, sure...ok, ok, ok, he hates the idea.  But, it isn't stopping me from bothering him night and day.  He actually threatened to leave me.  Of course he wouldn't, but still...he hates the idea that much. 

Just imagine, super cute diapers that match Audrey's outfits, and as an added bonus I would have no need to buy diapers every month.  Now, before you go all "eww, that's gross" on me, I have done my research and the options that are out there aren't all bad and gross.  Gdiapers have liners and snaps and so many ways to keep people clean that I am more likely to get poop on my with disposables.  And since I just went their, who has had one of those nasty poopy blow outs that makes you seriously consider cutting your baby's onsie off because she will for sure get poop in her hair if you don't?  Yeah, I thought so.  Well, those who use cloth don't deal with those blow outs!  Really.

So are you sold yet?  Ok, so it certainly isn't for everyone, but I need to try it to satisfy my own curiosity.