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Cloth diapers are designed to adapt. Our one-size pocket diaper adjusts from approximately 5–15kg. Many families begin earlier, from around 3kg, using the lowest rise setting and crossover snaps. A single, considered design can carry your baby from the early weeks through to potty learning, without the need to size up.

Pocket diapers are finished with a soft inner lining, typically fleece, suedecloth, or mesh, designed to draw moisture away from the skin into the insert beneath, leaving a drier surface. They may be used in two ways. Inserts can sit within the pocket, where the stay-dry lining rests against your baby’s skin and holds everything in place, or be laid on top so natural fibres sit directly against the skin, offering a gentle awareness of wetness. Both approaches are considered, and most families move between them with ease.

 

How Many Will You Need

For full-time use, 20–25 shells with 25–35 inserts offers a reliable baseline. For part-time use, 10–15 shells with 15–20 inserts is often sufficient for daytime or a slower start. Each diaper includes one insert, with additional inserts available to build absorbency as needed. A single insert is typically enough for daytime, while an extra insert is recommended for night or longer stretches.

Cloth is not all or nothing; even one cloth diaper used each day can replace well over 1,000 disposables across your baby’s early years. Begin where you are, and let it build naturally.

 

Insert Guide

Each fabric serves a distinct function. The balance lies in combining them well.

Cotton Bamboo (70% bamboo | 30% cotton)

Soft, breathable, and stable. A reliable, all-purpose insert that performs consistently across day and night.

Hemp Cotton (55% hemp | 45% cotton)

High capacity with a slim profile. Slower to absorb, but exceptional at holding. Best layered beneath faster-absorbing fibres for longer stretches.

Bamboo Charcoal Fleece

A stay-dry performance fabric (OEKO-TEX® certified) that draws moisture away from the skin. Faster drying and well suited to everyday use.

Grey Microfibre 

A fast absorber designed to capture initial flow and reduce flooding. Best used inside the pocket beneath the lining, or layered between inserts. Not intended directly against the skin.

For extended wear, increase absorbency. A considered combination pairs a faster absorber (microfibre or bamboo) with a high-capacity layer (hemp).

 

Daily Rhythm

Change every 2–3 hours during the day to maintain comfort and skin integrity.

Cloth is not prescriptive. It adjusts to your child and your routine.

Care

 

Before first use

Bamboo Charcoal: wash once

Cotton Bamboo: wash three times

Hemp Cotton: wash four to five times

Shells: one gentle wash

(Prepping builds absorbency. No drying needed between cycles.)

 

After use

Store in a dry, airy basket

Remove solids into the toilet

No soaking

 

Washing

Pre-wash: short cold cycle, no detergent

Main wash: long cycle at 40–60°C with full detergent

Wash every 2–3 days

 

Drying

Inserts: line dry or tumble dry low

Shells: line dry only, avoid harsh direct sun

 

Detergent

Choose a detergent that cleans thoroughly and rinses clean.

Avoid softeners, bleach, heavy fragrance, and residue-forming additives. Powder detergents are often more effective for this purpose.

Longevity

Rotate your diapers

Avoid applying barrier creams directly to the lining

Close snaps before washing