Cloth Diaper Review & Giveaway – Mother-Ease
When I reviewed the Little Beetle diapers, I promised a second review – and you get even more than you bargained for with this one!
As soon as the good people at Mother-Ease found out that I was working on a review of their diapers, they sent some additional goodies for me to test out, and a really terrific prize package for me to give away (keep reading)!
Mother-Ease Toddle-Ease Diaper
To recap, I got a great deal on a diaper swapping forum, and picked up two Little Beetles and two Mother-Ease diapers. The ones I actually have are called the Toddle-Ease, which is the Mr. Big Baby (or toddler, in the usual case) sized version of their popular Sandy’s diaper.
The diapers are so fantastic!
They quickly became my favorites, and I was happy to scoop up another full dozen of them from a mama on another forum!
Mother-Ease has this to say about them (the comparisons refer to their original line of diapers):
These diapers are made from our same soft stretchy terry cloth using the same quality of workmanship, but they have an extra layer of absorbent terry sewn to the inside of the diaper. The fit of the diaper is slightly roomier. Elastic at the waist front and back as well as the leg openings, together with the snap closures at the sides create a clean pant-like look. A serged edge finishes the diaper. Our large Sandy’s™ is one of the most absorbent diapers ever, and holds 15 oz. When used together with our Sandy’s™ Diaper Liners it makes an extravagant nighttime diaper.
The Sandy’s (regular sizes) come in white, unbleached, or a rainbow of fun colors, as well as an Organic model. It’s even available in a Newborn size.
They are soft, and absorbant, and stretchy enough for an easy, flexible fit. I really like the serged (often called “ruffled”, but we wouldn’t want to sound girly) edges. This gives a lot of plush-ness around the leg opening, greatly reducing any elastic irritation problems.
…And then there are the liners. I got a few of the regular Sandy’s Liners with the diapers I bought, and it added enough that the diapers worked even for my fast-wetting little man. (I used more absorbancy for overnight, but of course your mileage may vary).
Mother-Ease also makes a Stay-Dry version of the liner, an Organic Cotton Liner (very nice to use, and of course more eco-friendly than the original), and a Bamboo Liner. They couldn’t have known that bamboo was my favorite diaper fabric in the world when they sent that liner… But I can’t imagine anyone trying it out and not being crazy about it. It’s so soft, so absorbant, so fast-drying…
And they now make a whole bamboo diaper, in all four Sandy’s and Toddle-Ease sizes! *swoon*
Happily, all theMother-Ease products are ery reasonably priced. Knowing what the fabrics cost, it’s really not hard to justify the expense of a great value diaper like this one. (I continue to be amazed by what some small business diapers are selling for!)
One thing I was glad they sent me to try out was their Air-Flow cover.
As you know, we exclusively use wool covers, and Mr. Big Baby is susceptible to heat rash.
Mother-Ease, though, believes in their products as a system, and hoped I would enjoy the full experience.
You know what? I did!
R.T. in Mother-Ease Diapers
These covers take advantage of an “obvious” piece of “common sense” that’s not commonly regarded in diaper covers – you’re not trying to make a waterproof bag to hold a cup of liquid. The absorbant materials hold onto the liquid, and the cover only needs to provide a barrier between them and the outside world. It doesn’t need to be sealed up air- or water-tight!
From their website:
The Air Flow™ Snap Cover, with adjustable snaps at the waist and leg openings has an air ventilation system between the snaps. This allows for maximum air circulation as baby moves, reducing the risk of bacteria by keeping the temperature inside the diaper down. And, unlike Velcro, the curious baby can’t undo them, so they stay on until you take them off.
R.T. (in Mother-Ease) gives Jewel a ride
My only qualm with the covers is the issue of elastic irritation. These are certainly well-made covers, though, with casing covering all the edges, and if you currently use other PUL (waterproof) covers, I cannot imagine this would be a concern to you.
(R.T. has very sensitive skin, and having elastic rubbing at the leg openings tends to leave welts – this was especially a problem for us when we had several of the same kind of diaper cover, so the elastic was always rubbing right in the same place. It’s a problem we avoid totally with wool shorties in our current routine…)
Be sure visit the Mother-Ease website to check out their other products, as well. They have a One-Size Diaper, an All-in-One, Swim Diapers, and more…
And now, you can win a complete Starter Package to try out for yourself!
Mother-Ease has graciously donated a Gift Certificate for one Introductory Offer of your choice (valued at $21.95). This includes a diaper (One-Size or Sandy’s), a liner, and an Air-Flow cover, in your choice of sizes – and Free Shipping!
Or for just a few dollars more you could “upgrade” to the Organic Cotton or Bamboo fabrics (which, obviously, is what I would choose!), or the Toddle-Ease big-baby size. And of course you could simply apply the credit amount to any order you wish to place…
I’m also giving away a pair of their cloth nursing pads. (This isn’t something we have a need for here, so I’d be interested in your feedback once you’ve tried them).
To enter the drawing, just leave a comment below – let me know if you’re entering for the diapers (what appeals to you most about them?), the nursing pads, or both. Please be sure you leave me your email address (won’t be posted) so I can contact you if you win.
To earn a bonus entry (or several), tell a friend! You can blog, Tweet, post on Facebook, or whatever your “thing” is – just link back to this post. Then post another comment below (separate from your first entry!) telling me where to find what you did.
We’ll give it a week: On Monday, March 9th I’ll use a random number generator to pick a comment as my diaper package winner, then another winner for the nursing pads. You’ll have three days to respond to my email with your mailing address, and I’ll ship off your goodies!
Happy Frugal Diapering!
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March 2nd, 2009 at 1:03 pm
I would love to win the diapers! Cotton terry are my favorite for diaper material
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March 2nd, 2009 at 1:13 pm
I’d like to enter both of you drawings. Finally a chance to try Motherease products:)
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:15 pm
Great review! I too have the elastic problem with DD causing welts, I’d love to try this system and see how she does.
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:15 pm
I would love to be entered in the diaper package give-away! When I first started using cloth, I ordered some Motherease diapers to see if cloth was what I wanted to do–after getting them, I promptly decided cloth was definitely the way to go!!! They started my revolution!!
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March 2nd, 2009 at 1:27 pm
What a neat idea! Please enter me in the diaper drawing!
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:28 pm
I have never used these before and would love to try them! The air flow cover sounds quite appealing since my 18 month old is a sweaty boy!!
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Wow, Tiffany, what a great promotion! I absolutely LOVED Mother Ease diapers with my first baby. I would be interested in the starter kit
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:38 pm
I would love to try both the diaper package and nursing pads. They look like awesome deals!
Thanks a bunch!
March 2nd, 2009 at 1:57 pm
I’d love to try out some new diapers! I have one in larges and a newborn on the way. I’d also love the nursing pads as I am a heavy leaker for the first 6 months!
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:00 pm
It was great reading your reviews. You have such a great site! Your son is so adorable! Is he a super soaker or how often would you change him with the Motherease diapers? Do they hold a lot? I love the idea of the air flow. Please enter me into the diaper contest. I would love to include these in the sample pack of diapers I let local people try when they are interested in CDing. Thanks for sharing this information with so many!
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:00 pm
I’m entering for the dipes because my son has been having bad rash problems for whatever reason, I’m thinking breathablility : ) He’s also been outgrowing alot of his dipes lately so we could use another OS (we only have 3) : )
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:04 pm
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March 2nd, 2009 at 2:09 pm
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March 2nd, 2009 at 2:14 pm
Whoa, what a great contest! Thanks for the review; please enter me for the diaper package!
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:24 pm
This is so nice of you. I would like to enter for the diapers and the nursing pads. The diapers sound like they would work really great and I would love the chance to try them. Thank you!
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:53 pm
I’d love to try the diaper package, my lo keeps undoing his hook/loop covers! He’s always getting rashes too, I wonder if the the better air circulation would help. Thanks for sharing the info!
March 2nd, 2009 at 2:55 pm
I’d like to enter for both. I’m having a baby in … well any day now
The diapers look so comfortable, with stretchy elastic around all edges to keep mess in.
March 2nd, 2009 at 3:04 pm
I’d like to be entered in the diaper drawing. I’ve never used bamboo and would love to give it a try!
Great review. Thanks for sharing
March 2nd, 2009 at 3:09 pm
You are such a sweet mama ! I’ve been interested in trying these anyways, so this would be great !
~ Libby
March 2nd, 2009 at 3:14 pm
Fabulous! I love Motherease diapers!
March 2nd, 2009 at 3:43 pm
Wonderful!
March 2nd, 2009 at 4:49 pm
Entering for the diapers. I have a friend who uses Mother-ease, she absolutely raves about them. I have been sewing diapers, but am now looking at buying some to supplement my stash.
March 2nd, 2009 at 4:53 pm
I blogged about your contest too!
http://shelvicious.blogspot.com/2009/03/diapers.html
March 2nd, 2009 at 6:16 pm
I would love to have the diaper starter package to use overnight. Thanks for offering this.
March 2nd, 2009 at 7:19 pm
hey! this is an awesome opportunity! i have been interested in Motherease Sandy’s diapers for a while now, it would be fabulous to try them out.
its really cool that you have this connection with motherease, and that they had you test for them!
March 2nd, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Please enter me also. We love MEOS
March 2nd, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Hi. I’d love to be entered in the diaper package giveaway please!! I’ve always wanted to try MotherEase.
March 2nd, 2009 at 9:19 pm
Hi. I posted a link on my facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/profile.php?id=733412789&ref=profile
March 2nd, 2009 at 9:23 pm
I would love to be entered, I have always wanted to try MotherEase.
March 2nd, 2009 at 9:41 pm
Hey, I love the Air-Flow covers. When I went back to cloth full time that was my favorite!
Can I be in the drawing for the diaper?
Thanks,
Andi
March 2nd, 2009 at 9:45 pm
I would like to be entered into your drawing. I would love to try Motherease diapers.
March 3rd, 2009 at 12:24 am
I would love to try an MEOS. I have never tried them but they look wonderful!
March 3rd, 2009 at 3:28 am
I would love to enter both drawings.
March 3rd, 2009 at 9:46 am
I would like to enter the contest for the diapers.
Thanks!
March 3rd, 2009 at 9:59 am
Awesome review! Thanks so much for doing it and for offering this drawing! I absolutely love cloth diapering my son, but haven’t been able to try Motherease diapers. They look great and I would love to have that opportunity!
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March 3rd, 2009 at 11:22 pm
Awesome thing your doin mama!! Would love to enter for the diaper, have always wondered how this brand works compared to others
Have heard wonderful things about them.
March 3rd, 2009 at 11:50 pm
I would really like to enter the diaper giveaway. I am always on the look out for new diapers to give a try. I love using cloth and these look really cool. Thanks.
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March 7th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
I have a friend that uses those diapers and loves them.. i would love to be entered for the drawing…
March 7th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
I would like to enter for both the diapers and the nursing pads. Thank you!
March 7th, 2009 at 3:05 pm
I’d love to enter the diaper giveaway! I have always heard great things about Motherease products.
March 7th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
I blogged about it here
http://ourlifeupstate.blogspot.com/2009/03/somebody-let-my-family-know-please.html
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March 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
What a fun contest with a wonderful prize! I’d love to be entered for the diaper package. It’s always fun to get new diapers. We have one Mother-Ease that fits great and my daughter is pretty hard-to-fit so that says a lot right there!
March 7th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
I just emailed two friends about this contest.
March 7th, 2009 at 4:55 pm
I’d love to enter for both! I’m due with Baby #2 in a month, so either one would come in handy. Thanks!
March 7th, 2009 at 7:01 pm
What appeals to me is a system of diapers. To have a cover that is made for a particular fitted. I’d love to own my first name brand diaper. I have made all the ones that I have, lol.
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March 7th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
I’d love to try these!
March 7th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Thanks for the great review and the great chance to try these out! #3 is due any day now!
March 7th, 2009 at 9:22 pm
The Motherease diapers would help immensely as we are cding 2 right now.
March 7th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
I would like to be entered for either/or drawing. thank you. i like trying something new!
March 7th, 2009 at 9:59 pm
Thanks for the review! I would love to be entered in the diaper giveway! I have never used fitteds. The bamboo sounds fabulous. A friend of mine said the MEO are great diapers! I would love to give them a try!
March 7th, 2009 at 10:34 pm
Please enter me for the diaper giveaway. Monique tells me that the Mother-Ease diapers fit great. The organic diapers sound wonderful.
March 8th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
Oh, please, please, please enter me for BOTH!
I am really desperate for a night time diaper and have really been wanting to try these!!!
Also, new baby should be here in a matter of weeks and nursing pads would be greatly appreciated!!!
March 8th, 2009 at 3:20 pm
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March 9th, 2009 at 11:58 am
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April 26th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
Please enter me to win both the diaper package and the reusable nursing pads. What appeals to me the most about the diapers is the Air Flow cover that allow baby’s bum to breath, sounds very healthy.
April 27th, 2009 at 12:07 pm
Sorry, Erica – this contest closed a while back, and winners were posted…