Comments on: Softbums Premium PerfectFit AI2: A Review PLUS Contest!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 21:04:50 +0000

I tried the Flips while waiting for my softbums to arrive, and I was really disapointed. They shifted and bunched on my little one. It was also harder to put on my wiggly baby he is 8 months old. I just received my softbums and will try them out. I like the way it has a snap so it helps the insert stay in place.
However, my friend has a 3 month old and loves the flips.

By: Autumn Beck

Autumn Beck — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:35:07 +0000

Dominique, you have me nervous to answer! I’d hate to lead you toward one choice and it be totally wrong for your baby and lifestyle. I’ll list advantages of each.
Flip: trim, cover can be rinsed easily if soiled, stretchy snap tabs, absorbent inserts, affordable.
Softbums: trim (not as trim as Flip which are similar to a disposable), amazing toggle adjustment–ensures a perfect fit, velcro closure is strong and offers much adjustability.

For me, it’d be a toss-up b/w Flip and Softbums. The more reliable system (meaning least leaks) has been Flip. There are so many things that I like about Softbums but I don’t recommend it as #1 because of the fleece lined shell and occasional leaks.

As far as the flaps on the flip, I don’t tuck the insert in them. I also have not had bunching problems with the insert. I adjust the rise to where it is a tight fit and the insert stays in place.

I pray this helps you!

By: Dominique

Dominique — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:16:23 +0000

Hi Autumn, I read in your grobaby post that your preference of hybrid cloth diapers are 1) Flip 2) Softbums and 3) Gro Baby — I am deciding which ones to get out of these 3 (first time CD — my baby is 3 mth-old)… The cloth diapers are very expensive (we’re from Malaysia … and one of these costs about RM100… imagine spending 100 bucks on just ONE diaper!), we cannot afford a mistake purchase. Can you please share with me why you prefer FLIP over the other 2 brands? I’ve read some reviewers’ comments that the Flip’s insert tend to bunch up or move out of place and cause leaks. Do the front and back flap (that keeps the insert in place) get soiled/wet? I’d really appreciate your help! THANK YOU!!! Yours, Dominique

By: Autumn Beck

Autumn Beck — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:26:28 +0000

Krista, I use sustainablebabyish bamboo fitteds or a doubled up Flip for nighttime. For extended car rides I feel comfortable using a Bum Genius organic aio, rumparooz or Flip.

By: Krista

Krista — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:35:05 +0000

I just stumbled upon your blog and saw this review. We are just entering into the cloth diaper world with baby #4. She’s almost 5 months old. I am on day 5 of my 21 day trial pack with Jillian’s Drawers and I have ruled out anything that isn’t natural touching my baby’s skin. I like the hemp and bamboo options and trimness of this diaper. You say you don’t use it at night. What do you use at night? Do you use this diaper when going out and knowing you may not be able to change for an extended period of time? Thanks!

By: sabrina_the_mommies

sabrina_the_mommies — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:53:29 +0000

wahoo! almost time!!! your pregnancy has flown by for me

By: Stacy (again)

Stacy (again) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:22:29 +0000

Goodness, Autumn! You’re tiny!!!

Congrats Tasha!!! Let us know what you think of the diapers!

Happy labor dust to Autumn!

By: Ang

Ang — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:07:16 +0000

That was fun!!! Congrats Tasha!!! Thank You Autumn for having such a wonderful Blog!!

By: Autumn Beck

Autumn Beck — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:57:49 +0000

WE HAVE A WINNER!! Congrats, Tasha! You are the first to guess 43 1/2″ of big belly! I will email you for your address. Thank you for all the replies! This was way too much fun!

By: Jillian

Jillian — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:49:27 +0000

I’m guessing 43 1/2 inches. Congrats!