Has anyone tried Pea Pods? I have looked at them in a store and they are lined with a waterproof fabric which would mean a bit of a wipe inside and a new insert and they could be re-used maybe 2-3 times before washing them again?? I have received the Funtimes and the Green Kids and they look great but aren't lined with anything waterproof. I am still waiting on the Hautes model.

any suggestions on fitted nappies that are lined with a waterproof fabric?? Thanks, Nicole
OK - I think you need to do some more reading on the make up of the nappies you are buying. It will help you figure out what to buy and what types of materials you want to use. As I mention the Oz Cloth Nappies site is great.

GreenKids "Funtimes" are a pocket nappy - they have a PUL outer (waterproof polyurethane laminated cotton) suedecloth inner you stuff the inserts (hemp, cotton, bamboo) in between those 2 layers - through the "pocket" at the back. The urine wicks through the suedecloth into the insert and the laminated material stops moisture leaving the nappy (unless it is super wet, in which case you will get wicking). GreenKids "Anytimes" are polyurethane laminate polyester which doesn't wick as much.

PeaPods are the same type of nappy - polyurethane laminate polyester outer and microfleece inner. The urine wicks through the micorfleece into the insert that has been put inside through the "pocket" and the laminated material stops moisture leaving the nappy.

You generally would not reuse a pocket nappy as the inner of the nappy will have a certain amount of urine on it despite it not being absorbent.

AI2 (all in two) nappies are sometimes marketed as able to be reused - for example an itti bitti - where you take the snap in boosters out and snap in a new set.

Fitted Nappies are not water proof - they are made with absorbent material and require a cover.

I am not a PeaPod fan - I have found them to be lesser quality in terms of workmanship and materials. Some people love them but we have not had much luck. Alex (the owner of Pea pods, Snaps Aust and lily pads) is great to deal with in terms of customer service but they are not a nappy I would recommend based on my experiences.

As I said it might be best for you to read up on the different types of nappies - AIO, AI2, pockets, fitteds, flats and look at what they can be made with to give yourself a better idea on what will suit you.