![]() I distinctly remember when I first heard the name SoftBums. They were about to launch their Omni line of diapers, and there was quite the buzz around the blogosphere. I watched the YouTube introduction to the Omni, and was definitely intrigued by the unique features of this very versatile diaper. I then spent the next several days hopping around to several different blogs and entering a massive SoftBums giveaway that was being held in celebration of the Omni debut. Unfortunately, I didn't win one despite the several hours I spent trying to. But from that time on, I knew that SoftBums were a brand of cloth diaper I wanted to try. Luckily, I recently received the opportunity to do just that! Now I see what all the SoftBums buzz was about! I received the SoftBums Echo System to try out in their vibrant Sprout color. The Echo System includes an awesome one size shell as well as a Dry Touch Pod and a Dry Touch Mini Pod. So this diaper grows with your baby! SoftBums even offers other insert options such as Super Pods for your heavy wetters and Organic Bamboo Pods that are 70% Organic Bamboo and 30% Organic Cotton! So with SoftBums, it's easy to customize your diaper exactly the way YOU want to. Take a look at all of the great features the Echo has to offer! SoftBums Echo Features:
I love the versatility of this diaper! Especially their unique Slide2Size System, since it ensures the perfect fit on even the smallest of babies. This comes in especially handy in my home, since I have 2 babies in cloth. My daughter weighs 25lbs and my son weighs around 17.5lbs. Using the SoftBums Echo Shell, adjusting the size accordingly is a breeze! It only takes a second, which is fantastic for diapering a squirmy baby. Even my husband enjoys this feature. But before I get into my test results, take a look at the SoftBums Echo. I love the sleek design of this diaper. When it first arrived, I was immediately struck by the fact that this diaper looks tiny. I had serious doubts as to whether it would fit my toddler, and if it did, how well it would hold in messes. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that SoftBums Echo Shells are small because they are designed to be ultra-trim without compromising their absorbency. This is great because it helps to eliminate the bulk, making my babies' clothing fit better. I have had to buy a size up, especially in pants, to accommodate the bulk associated with cloth diapers. Putting too-tight clothing over a cloth diaper can be disastrous. I learned this lesson the hard way over a year ago with Sophie. I put a regular onesie over her fluff, and since the diaper had some heft to it, the fit was not ideal. I ended up having a mess to contend with, as it caused compression leaks. Yuck! So from then on, I have always bought clothing a size up. But using the SoftBums Echo System, I have found that this is no longer necessary. I can easily put trim fitting clothing on my babies with no worries of leaks, since these diapers are among the trimmest on the market! SoftBums really takes the guesswork out of diapering with their easy to use Echo System. There are absolutely no pockets to stuff, which makes this a Daddy favorite, and there is no bunching due to the fact that the Dry Touch Pods conveniently snap in. There is nothing worse than finding that my babies' inserts have bunched. This leads to leaks, and leaks make for a very soggy and unhappy baby. The SoftBums Dry Touch Pods are designed to stay in place. And since these Pods are a perfect fit for the Echo Shell, the shell stays clean longer, which helps you do less laundry! Hooray for that! Another thing I love is the fact that while using the SoftBums Echo System, there are no nasty red marks left on baby's delicate skin. With trimmer fitting diapers like the Echo, red marks tend to be a common occurrence. But since the size of this diaper can be easily adjusted to accommodate even the chunkiest of thighs, red marks are a thing of the past. This makes for a much happier baby. And we all know too well, happy baby means happy parents! So unique features and trim appearance aside, does the SoftBums Echo System hold up against my heavy wetting brood? Let's find out! ![]() Test Baby #1 Xander 17.5 lbs: I tested the SoftBums Echo System on my youngest baby, Xander first. I was impressed by the ease of diapering using this system. I got the diaper on him quickly and securely in no time flat, even though he was squirming trying to scoot after his big sister! The velcro used to secure SoftBums Echo shells is super tough and durable, and seems a lot stronger than the aplix used in many competitor's diapers. There's nothing worse than flimsy velcro on a diaper. I also noticed that since the size is fully customizable, messes tended to stay in better. There was absolutely no moisture on Xander's inner-thigh area, even after overnight use. I used the SoftBums Echo System both during the day as well as overnight, and was quite pleased with the results. The Echo definitely kept my little man and his clothing dry and clean. I loved the fact that I could fold down the Dry Touch Pod to fit the shell. This gave me added protection up front, where boys tend to wet. I didn't even need to double up the inserts with Xander. Now that was a welcome change! So for both day and nighttime use, the SoftBums Echo System fared well with my 7 month old son. Did it perform equally well with my 19 month old daughter? ![]() Test Baby #2 Sophie 25lbs: I have to admit, I was a little worried about how well this diaper would perform on my heavy-wetting toddler. I am used to having pockets to stuff and double-stuff to help keep the floodgates closed. With no pocket present, I had my doubts as to whether or not this diaper would keep my daughter dry. My first test on Sophie was during the day time. I wanted to see how well it performed before trying the Echo overnight. I have to say, I was very pleasantly surprised. She actually ended up running around and playing in the diaper, and then fell asleep on her Pillow Pet on our family room floor. (Guess she wore herself out!) She napped for about 2 hours, and to my amazement, woke up leak-free! The insert was soaked, but no moisture made its way out of the Echo Shell, and the shell itself was dry to the touch. My next test was overnight use. I admit, I doubled up for this one. I snapped in the Dry Touch Pod and then laid the Dry Touch Mini Pod underneath it. My daughter sleeps for around 10 hours a night, and I had a feeling I would need the extra protection. I always double her diapers up, regardless of the brand or style. When Sophie woke up the next morning, she had wet heavily as usual, but her diaper was dry to the touch. I was shocked that such a slim-fitting diaper would be able to hold up against her very heavy wetting patterns. I don't think using the one insert rather than both would have given the same results, though. My daughter is notorious for needing extra inserts, so I played it safe. The SoftBums Echo System definitely rose to the occasion, and kept her PJ's nice and dry. Another thing I noticed when testing on Sophie is that she can't take the diaper off. Usually when using diapers with aplix closure, she strips them off and tries to run around naked as a jaybird. Yes, she likes her naked time! But since the velcro on the Echo Shell is industrial strength, she wasn't able to yank it off. MAJOR plus here, since keeping the diaper ON is important and keeps pee off of my carpets! While using SoftBums, I can leave the accidents to the dog! Overall, I was quite impressed with the quality of the SoftBums Echo System. They are incredibly trim, absorbent, and can definitely hold their own against heavy wetters. The ease of sizing is wonderful, too, especially in households with multiple babies in cloth. I can use the Echo System on my different sized babies with no real guesswork, and I am always able to get the perfect fit. I would definitely recommend this system to anyone looking for a simple, effective, error proof diapering system. No pockets to stuff, less laundry, and superior performance. It just doesn't get any better than that! BUY IT: You can purchase SoftBums diapers on their website and at select fine retailers. You can also follow them on Facebook and on twitter to stay on top of their latest products and promotions! Also, be sure to check out the SoftBums blog! WIN IT: One very lucky follower will receive the SoftBums Echo System in their choice of color! How cool is that?! Please use this handy Rafflecopter form to enter! This giveaway is open to US Residents 18+ and will be open until 12:01AM EST on 9/01/2011. Winners will be chosen at random and will be announced here, tweeted, shared on Facebook, and contacted via e-mail. The winners will have 48 hours to reply and claim their prize. If I receive no response, I will be forced to draw a new winner. ***Disclosure: I received a complimentary product to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***
101 Comments
debbie m
8/16/2011 03:46:04 am
i learned it is a minnesota company.
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Ashley Hess
8/16/2011 03:59:33 am
I like the large wet bag prints.
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jennifer laur
8/16/2011 04:08:31 am
I'd also like the organic bamboo pods
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Cyndi
8/16/2011 04:11:40 am
I like the idea of not stuffing pockets.
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Virginia Soul
8/16/2011 04:59:55 am
I like the idea of the Slide to Size feature!!
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Jessica H
8/16/2011 05:35:08 am
It's a husband and wife team from MN
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amy v
8/16/2011 06:05:58 am
i'd like their lg wet bag in meadow tweed
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Julie G
8/16/2011 07:22:53 am
I think the Nuclear pumpkin color is so cute and I learned how versatile this diaper is. There are so many options, stuffing, snapping, just using as a cover. What a great diaper with so many options!
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Jeni Sunder
8/16/2011 09:01:28 am
I love Softbums!
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Kati
8/16/2011 09:14:17 am
I'd love to try the bamboo pods.
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Traci
8/16/2011 09:20:10 am
I love the bamboo pod!
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Theresa
8/16/2011 09:34:44 am
I just ordered my first softbums yesterday and can't wait to try them out on my twin boys!
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Nicole
8/16/2011 09:39:24 am
Forgot to leave where I shared the giveaway but I shared it here: http://www.facebook.com/NickisClothDiaperReviews
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Maria Klein
8/16/2011 09:40:22 am
I would love to have a medium wetbag
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becca scott
8/16/2011 09:56:42 am
I like the idea of the Slide to Size feature!!
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Sara Ankerson
8/16/2011 10:15:17 am
i would love to try the bamboo as well. I ordered one actually!
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Felicia R
8/16/2011 10:50:37 am
The diaper booklet they have posted is an awesome reference for cloth diapering!
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Kate Charles
8/16/2011 11:20:50 am
I would love to try one of the Planet Wise wet bags!! I love the prints!!!
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Jasmine
8/16/2011 11:45:52 am
I love that they have an organic insert option!
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Carolyn H
8/16/2011 11:47:08 am
I would love to try the Organic Bamboo pods
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Bridget
8/16/2011 12:36:17 pm
I love that they have the natural fiber (bamboo) pods! My LO seems to get less rash with natural fibers :)
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beatriz
8/16/2011 05:57:09 pm
i like the SoftBums Echo Shell!
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Shannon Roberts
8/16/2011 07:56:33 pm
I would get the super pods. I like that they can be reused, and the drytouch. They look great!
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susanne wedel
8/16/2011 08:49:56 pm
great review. softbums echos are our trimmest diaper!
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Keri McDaniel
8/16/2011 09:27:52 pm
I love the wet bags!! gonna neeeeed one anyway!!! hehehe!
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Tevya H
8/16/2011 09:43:10 pm
also like the organic bamboo pods
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Cori Hill
8/16/2011 09:59:15 pm
I would love to try their Bamboo Pods
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Samantha Cuhel
8/16/2011 10:51:25 pm
I love the slide2slide system. That is so unique!
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sara myrick
8/17/2011 12:07:26 am
I love that they offer a bunch of different diaper packages so that you can really pick what will work best for your income and family and I LOVE their wet bag prints!!!!!
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8/17/2011 12:48:37 am
I love their wet bags! Thanks! jsbecker29 at gmail dot com
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Rebekah Hosford
8/17/2011 12:57:46 am
I love that it can fit itty bitty babies (even little 5lbers!) and still fit a big potty training kid. It truly is a one size diaper.
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Joy Newlan
8/17/2011 02:13:32 am
a Minnesota company
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LoryAnn Payne
8/17/2011 05:10:47 am
I learned the Echo system use to be called PerfectFit.
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Amanda Alvarado
8/17/2011 11:50:37 am
I'd love an Omni system!
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rosie song
8/17/2011 11:58:54 am
Their chocolate color is so boyish I love it great for fall. I also like the idea of not stuffing diapers, and I LOVE how the Velcro is hard for baby to open.
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Zene
8/17/2011 03:15:09 pm
I love all the different options the just one diaper has, especially the customizableness of the whole thing. I wish they had prints though. spottedjagiwar at yahoo dot com
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Skye Moyer
8/17/2011 06:09:43 pm
I like that you can reuse the shell, by just swapping out the inside!
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Melissa E.
8/18/2011 04:33:17 am
I learned that the Slide2Size system was Sarah's husband's creation! WTG Brian!
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Rebecca Brown
8/18/2011 11:17:20 am
I really like all the different "pods" that I can choose from!
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Lila Moreno
8/19/2011 01:16:43 am
You save water by washing fewer shells.
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Vanessa Vazquez
8/19/2011 04:16:54 am
I like that it's trim.
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Carrie Martinet
8/19/2011 04:54:01 am
I love that you can use this diaper in a bunch of different ways. And I love the Chocolate one! carriethegood(at)gmail
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Karen
8/19/2011 10:35:55 am
I love the Industrial strength velcro closures
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Sabrina Radke
8/19/2011 02:19:05 pm
I like the organic options!
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Marysa N
8/20/2011 12:46:57 am
I love the colors.. sage and bubblegum are my favorite.. and the organic bamboo liners look awesome!
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lisa
8/20/2011 09:37:43 am
organic bamboo pods
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Maia G
8/20/2011 10:49:27 am
I love the giraffe print!
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Vicky Carlson
8/20/2011 12:43:29 pm
I love these. They look so comfortable for babies. :) Thank you for the giveaway!
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JLJMommy
8/20/2011 06:56:08 pm
I learned that they have a patent pending Slide²Size System!
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8/21/2011 12:59:06 am
I would love to try anything as long as it's in the Nuclear Pumpkin color! Their super drytouch inserts look like they would be awesome for my heavy wetter.
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Melissa Pope
8/21/2011 06:10:55 am
I would love to try the dappi pants. We have been practicing EC, using cloth but would love to try some awesome underwear!
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8/21/2011 07:39:57 am
Industrial strength velcro closures are long lasting and won't "wear out" like other velcro
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8/21/2011 10:26:02 am
I learned they have great colors and they don't leave red marks. It seems they help prevent diaper rash from the reviews on their page. I like this a lot and they fit so nice. Rita Spratlen rj_angel_house@yahoo.com
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Bonnye Sensenig
8/22/2011 01:45:19 am
I would love to try one of their wetbags!
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holly peterson
8/22/2011 05:56:47 am
i have learned how versatile these are and i loved how there is a custom fit for each baby
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holly peterson
8/22/2011 06:18:52 am
http://www.newlycrunchymamaof3.com/3/post/2011/08/softbums-echo-system-review-and-giveaway-901.html
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alice
8/22/2011 12:48:00 pm
I would love the echo newborn organic bamboo booster kit!
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Lara Jarrette
8/22/2011 02:03:01 pm
I would also like to try one of the Large Wet Bags!
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8/23/2011 11:59:52 pm
I learned about the lide size drwstring! Sound very cool. I hope to win so I can try it out.
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Kara
8/24/2011 12:25:49 am
Love the wet bags!
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Gina Ferrell
8/24/2011 09:44:47 am
I would like to try Rockin Green Detergent.
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Lauren
8/24/2011 10:44:35 pm
I would love to try the Softbums pail liner :)
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heather stevens
8/24/2011 11:21:05 pm
i would love to have a large wetbag!
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Amanda Laswell
8/25/2011 02:26:27 am
Oooh, I like that there isn't a pocket to stuff.
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Linda Meyers-Gabbard
8/25/2011 10:57:25 pm
http://www.softbums.com/Medium-Wet-Bag_p_58.html
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Heather Hughes
8/26/2011 07:50:45 pm
I love the the Omni shell in "miss kitty". Adorable!
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deanna
8/27/2011 08:22:12 am
I would love a pail liner!
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Ashley H.
8/27/2011 08:22:34 am
I love the fact that softbums can be used on newborns. They're one of the only one size diapers that can.
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laura luna
8/27/2011 01:13:19 pm
I think they should have more colors in the Omni!!!!!
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Lisa
8/27/2011 01:35:46 pm
I like the giraffe print and chocolate shell.
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Alicia
8/28/2011 01:45:05 am
I learned they have a newborn booster package.
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Stacy Van Bourgondien
8/28/2011 02:06:59 pm
I also like the Omni diaper.
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Bobbi Kilbarger
8/29/2011 12:21:54 am
I'd love a medium wetbag!
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Kari B
8/29/2011 03:49:03 am
I would love an Echo in every color!!!
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Tanaya Syx
8/29/2011 04:34:40 am
I love that they have solid black. I have had a hard time finding one.
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tiffany u
8/29/2011 08:41:48 am
I love the adjustable legs
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hannah
8/29/2011 12:24:20 pm
I learned that the pods come in mini, organic and super!
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Nikole H.
8/30/2011 12:31:29 am
I would also like to try their Omni system! ngiraldi at gmail dot com
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amanda l h
8/30/2011 04:24:06 am
I'd like to try the bamboo pods
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rasa k.
8/30/2011 05:06:56 am
i absolutely love the sizing feature! it's so much better then the snap adjustments on other one size diapers!
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Lavanna Hazel
8/30/2011 05:33:11 am
i have always loved the fact that softbums are made in the usa! :)
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Becca
8/30/2011 08:54:28 am
I love that they offer bamboo pods and they're made in the USA
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Madison Dulaney
8/30/2011 09:16:41 am
I love that you can just replace the insert and use the same shell a few times! Makes taking them in a diaperbag much less bulky!!
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Amanda Kail
8/30/2011 10:26:13 am
I would love try the bamboo pods...also, the diaper book is neat!
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Hope
8/30/2011 10:46:52 am
I would love to try their wet bags :)
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Mir
8/31/2011 01:20:56 am
I also like the Echo Newborn Organic Bamboo Booster Pack
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Laura
8/31/2011 02:33:57 am
I like the omni diaper
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Andrea DiMario
8/31/2011 02:55:35 am
i even like the omni diaper
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erma
8/31/2011 05:27:04 am
I like that you can reuse the shell
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8/31/2011 08:46:23 am
They have tutorials on their website on how to use the cds
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Breanne
8/31/2011 12:31:45 pm
I like the Medium Wet Bag
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