Mel - thanks for the folding tip - i have no snappis so i guess i might need to get some. I am using the covers that came with the prefolds - i.e. their brand Real Nappies.

Beema - thanks. DS is a skinny bub too.

Marcellus - I did think of making my own but the material is so expensive and my machine comes from the dark ages. My sister is buying a new machine to make some nice skirts for her for work, so maybe once she gets that I can borrow it and start getting creative. Can't believe you bought the fabric from Bunnings...how did you get onto that idea? Where did you get the pattern from? I saw loads on the net, but i was massively overstimulated by then so i gave up!

P.S So the upshot is i need a better cover - with gussets, so I'll buy a motherease one asap.