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While still expecting last year, I bought the Diaper Rite newborn cover and bamboo AIO diaper to try out. Mary Kate arrived January 26, so we’ve had a few weeks to test our tiny diapers and share the results with you. Make sure you enter today’s giveaway after reading the review.
I purchased a Diaper Rite newborn cover (retail $8.95), and a bamboo AIO (retail $11.50). UPDATE: The Diaper Rite newborn AIO now retails for $12.95.
The newborn cover has double leg gussets and flaps inside to hold prefolds, flats or inserts in place. The waterproof PUL used in Diaper Rite styles is always very soft and pliable. The wings have a lot of stretch in them, another feature I love in a cloth diaper. I like how the entire cover is finished with a foldover, stitched trim around the wings and leg openings. I also like that there is only a single set of snaps on the wings, making it quicker to fasten on a newborn.
In this picture, Mary Kate is just under 9 pounds and 20.5 inches long. If your newborn ends up being smaller/skinner than Mary Kate, it’s very easy to get a tighter fit at the waist, thanks to the crossover snap. This, in turn, will also tighten up the leg openings for you.
We’ve had zero leaks with this little cover, and there’s one more snap on the rise to let out as Mary Kate grows. At $8.95, it is a fantastic deal, and I wish we had gotten more than one to review!
The newborn AIO from Diaper Rite is also a pretty sweet deal because it’s a multi-layered bamboo diaper for less than $13, which is hard to find in the current market. AND it works overnight for Mary Kate. In my experience, an AIO that can work for a newborn all night is a real unicorn diaper, so this was a very pleasant surprise. In those first weeks of sleep deprivation, it’s SO nice not having to get out of bed to wake and change the baby in the middle of the night. I lay a fleece liner inside to protect her skin from the wetness overnight.
The inside of the diaper is lined with an 80% bamboo/20% poly blend, and there’s a snap-in soaker (11 x 4 inches) of the same fabric that fastens at the back. Dry time is about one cycle after washing in our HE machine. The bamboo blend fabric stains pretty easily, but I treat with a Buncha Farmers stick.
The fit is so trim, especially for such an absorbent diaper. And just like the cover, it has one more snap on the rise for Mary Kate to grow into. However, it fit a lot longer than the newborn phase, so you’ll definitely get your money’s worth with this AIO. Plus, you can unsnap the soaker and use it later to boost your baby’s diapers as he/she grows.
Here is Mary Kate right after birth at just under 9 pounds (she lost a little) and 20.5 inches long.
Here she is in the newborn AIO after 5 weeks:
Where to Buy: You can find Diaper Rite products, including their newborn sizes, at Diaper Junction. Orders in the USA receive FREE shipping!
Giveaway: CLOSED
I also like the Thirsties One Size All In One Diapers that they have at the website. They have a lot of cute patterns!
Have you tried the Thirsties Natural All in One? It’s more absorbent than the stay dry AIO and super trim. We love it!
Yes! I’ll get the review up on that one Friday. Great diaper!
Thanks for the review! In due in one short month and always on the lookout for new diapering options. We started at birth last time, and plan to do so again this time.
I love their flats. I got hooked and they were all i used on our newborn and now I’m slowly replacing all the microfiber in my pockets with flats.
I’ve been wanting to try a bamboo diaper, it looks like my little one is definitely a heavy wetter!
Diaper Rite Brand diapers are something I’ve wanted to try for a while now. I’ve heard a lot of good things about their covers and flats and prefolds.
I have recently purchased a lot of wet bags from DJ! I only just discovered how wonderful and versatile they are!
I just got some diapers and accessories from Diaper Junction. It was nice to see more affordable products that still had really good reviews,
I love Diaper Junction! Grovia is my favorite!
I really like the variety that Diaper Junction has, but my favorite diapers to shop for are Bumgenius.
I love DJ’s variety. The affordable flats and covers are durable and cute.
I like looking at the cloth diapers and all the different ones although I tend to go with one size diapers. Thanks for the review and giveaway!
She is such a cutie! I am more of a Thirsties or BG fan. I may have to give these a try one day though!
XOXO – Hello Ashley Suzanne
Love that this newborn diaper lasts all night!
I love the DJ hanging wet bag, completely keeps in the stink and easily cleaned! I also shop here for Buttons brand items.
I wish I had known about these awesome diapers when my baby was a newborn! We had a tough time getting newborns to fit him properly but these look awesome! Now that he’s bigger, I’d love to get the RumpaRooz coloring book edition diapers at Diaper Junction.
I love Diaper Junction. I have their flats, prefolds, covers, pockets, and AIOs. I need to get the newborn stuff though! I’d love to try them on my baby due in 4 weeks.
I haven’t actually shopped at Diaper Junction yet, but I could use a large wetbag for my diaper pail and one for my overnight and stinky diapers to stay in while we wait for diaper washing day. 🙂 I’ll have to check out to see what they have!
I love diaper junction!! The best place to shop for cloth diapers!!! Seriously love the free shipping over $49!!
I like to shop for diapers mainly. I already bought a starter kit from D.J. and am now working on building up a stash. I still need a wet bag and a lot more inserts. I like the one size diaper covers the most. I would like to have some prints as I only have solid colors so far.
I’d like to get the bumGenius Freetime One Size All In One Diaper 12 Pack , I like that you can pick several colors and save i nthe process.
Would like to try DJ All in one in Timberwolf. Starting to build a stash.
I need some newborns soon and I try to go for the not so expensive route and these seem like a possibility.
Diaper Junction is such an amazing site! We just ordered their bamboo flats and I’m truly in love. I also grabbed one of their one size covers and I will definitely be back for a few more! It’s quality without a super high price tag.
I love the Diaper RIte bamboo fitteds for LO’s early morning flood diaper. This one sounds like it’s a good choice also. The Diaper Rite price point is so reasonable also!
the nb aio looks great. sweet colors and love the price point!
Thank you for this review. I am new to cloth and habe only used cloth for my toddlers. Soon I will need to be adding some newborn size to my stash and need effective and inexpensive options
I have been slowly selling off my stash and switching over to the Diaper Rite 3.1 OS AIO. The quality is amazing and the fit is perfect for my little guy. I use One snap in insert for daytime use and both inserts snapped in for nighttime. Never had a leak! Waiting for the new prints/colors to stock soon. If I have another (hopefully God willing) I will be using the Diaper Rite NB covers and AIO for sure!! What prefolds did you pair your NB covers with?
Sharayah – I agree about the one-size 3.1 diapers wholeheartedly! Great quality and great price. With our Diaper Rite cover I use either the newborn bamboo prefolds or Geffen (extra small) hemp jersey prefolds. ~Anne
This isn’t specifically about this review, but I am looking for recommendations on the best newborn diaper cover. My newborns tend to be around 7 -7 1/2 lbs. Having moved twice since my last newborn, I destashed my newborn covers. I use prefolds and flats with a snappi. Thanks for any help.
Wendy, my previous babies were also in the 7 or 8 pound range, and I think this Diaper Rite cover would have worked great for them because it does have the crossover snaps. Another one that is very trim and works great on small to average newborns is the Sweet Pea cover. You can see my reviews of 25 newborn covers here http://www.zephyrhillblog.com/2013/01/cloth-diapering-your-newborn-diaper-covers-2/ ~Anne
I love their flats and prefolds
I LOVE their new 3.1 line. My favorite AIO at this point.
I like to shop for everything at Diaper Junction! My most recent purchase was a Mystery Trainer Grab Bag!
I’ve honestly considered purchasing from DJ many times, but have yet to do so! I’m sure I will someday. I have heard good things about the Diaper Rite products, and this looks like a great, affordable newborn diaper!!
Is there a snap down for the umbilical cord stump? We used disposables for the first week or so until it fell off because the newborn diapers I got covered the belly button.
Hi Bailey, neither the cover nor the AIO has a snap down for the cord stump. I know for some that’s an important feature, but for me it isn’t. I’ve found that if the cord doesn’t rub up against a diaper, then it’s going to rub up against their clothes. Either way, I’ve never noticed any problems with healing or drying when using diapers that don’t have the snap-down. Thanks for entering the giveaway! ~Anne
I really like that the diaper is lined with fabric instead of just PUL.
I like shopping for AppleCheeks diapers, which Diaper Junction has! I also like shopping for cloth swim diapers and Diaper Junction has a good selection!
You’ve almost convinced me to try cloth diapering my twins overnight with your bamboo aio review! We’ve just mastered a few days in a row with zero leaks so now I’m feeling a lot more confident about making this work 🙂
Carrie, that’s great news! ~Anne
Thanks for the review, I haven’t seen many on this one. Looks like you can get a pretty great fit on a small baby.
this is one of the best fits of a NB diaper Ive seen. Id def like to have these in my stash.
all the patterns make it addicting to shop for cloth diapers!
I always like looking for new flats and prefolds!
I like that Diaper Junction carries so many types of products – love the baby toys and feminine pads.
I like how the newborn covers have a double gusset. They are only thing that I would use for my newborn!
i’d love to get the new sweet pea love always print. its so sweet.
A long lasting newborn diaper has been hard for me to find. This looks nice. And your daughter is just adorable.
These diapers are adorable and Mary Kate is as well!! I finally get to start a newborn stash for my 3rd due in August and it’s nice to get good, honest reviews on what all is out there. I love shopping at DJ for all the essentials.
Congratulations, Jenni! ~Anne
I really like their heavy duty PUL and snap configuration…OMG that is a cute baby!!!
I really want to start washing our own diapers and going entirely green with this baby! Have my eye on a diaper sprayer, lots of cloth wipes, and pail liners.
I would shop for some toys! Everything in the website is so cute! 🙂
Ive been wanting more thirsteis aios from dj! the natural ones are awesome!
Love the baby carriers they have in stock
Great review. My daughter has cloth diapered my grandson from birth. Really wish we had purchased some newborns for her. Next time!!
So far I’ve purchased bamboo prefolds and some mama cloth from Diaper Junction. I’m registered for a whole lot of diapers and covers there though, and have my baby shower April 9. Fingers crossed for lots of gifts purchased from Diaper Junction!!
I haven’t tried the brand Diaper Rite, but I would love to try it out.