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Pockets. So trim. So adorable. So easy.

A good pocket diaper is enough to convert even a die-hard disposable user. The problem arises when the new-to-cloth Momma wades in to the offerings. The market is literally flooded with options, ranging in price from “Let’s mortgage the homestead” to “Can those possibly be decent?” And that doesn’t even begin to tackle the nuances of individual designs. Snaps or hook and loop? One size? Lower rise? Elastic at the tummy, or just around the back? Crossover wings? Gussets? Microfiber? Fleece? Envelope?

What if you’re simply looking for a solid diaper that’s a good value to base your stash around? What if you just want something that works, doesn’t leak, washes up well, and fits as your baby grows? Where do you start then?

Let me introduce you to Glow Bug.

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Based on the idea that a great cloth diaper can handle being both reliable and cute, Glow Bug has embraced some of the best features of a pocket… with a twist.

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Beautifully constructed diaper. Great quality, no PUL issues or flaws in workmanship, and a leak-free track record for us.

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Easy adjustable rise that grows with your baby, and allows for different levels of stuffing. Each Glow Bug comes with a microfiber or bamboo insert. The pocket opens on both ends, which makes for easy laundry (inserts will agitate out in the wash) and also accommodates prefolds or pad-folded flats.

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Cross-over wings with a well-placed, droop-proofing snap to keep everything right where you want it.

And then there’s this:

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A unique, 360 degree internal gusset.

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This barrier prevents even slippery EBF poo from finding its way out of containment. Let me tell you– Jude put this feature to the test. I’m happy to report that our favorite white onesie is none the worse for the wear thanks to this gusset system.

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During our review period, I read multiple concerns about the gusset being potentially hard to clean due to the design, which might trap solids under the wall of elastic, causing stains. While we’ve had some pilling of the SlimDry liner, there are zero stains, even with some powerful newborn poo in the offing.

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And finally, the cute factor! Glow Bug has some seriously adorable prints, many of which I haven’t seen anywhere else. This instrument-themed diaper makes my music-happy family smile. I didn’t pick the print, but if I had, I would have had a hard time choosing. Seriously, these are some cute diapers!

Another way in which this company is both unique and a great fit for folks looking for a go-to is in their sales model. Unlike most retailers, who sell by the item, Glow Bug sells in packages. Twelve diapers, built around a theme (Braniac, Botanist, and Explorer) retails for $189. That comes out to $15.75 per diaper– a lot less than many popular pockets. Plus: instant stash!

Glow Bug is offering To Sow a Seed readers a 5% discount (click here to shop and receive the discount) as well as the chance to win a single diaper in the print of your choice. Entries are open to residents of the US and Canada. Ready, set, Glow!

 

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169 Comments

    1. My daughter really loves these and I so wish I had them when my kids were little. I used cloth diapers but these are so much nicer and easier to use.

  3. The Explorer is my favorite….would be perfect for a sweet little baby boy.

  4. Seriously loving the explorer package! So cute and coordinates well with our little man’s nursery…bonus!

  12. All of their prints are super cute, but my favorite is the botanist package 🙂

  22. I love the Botanist package. I’d really love to be able to mix and match.

  24. I love the botanist. Glow bug is definitely my favorite brand in regards to size quality and customer service. They are awesome if your little one has some legs. Lots of room to grow compared to other pocket brands I have tried!

  25. Love the notanist package. Glow bug are my favorite brand by far for my chunky legged baby!

  27. I have been using glow bugs with our first LO and LOVE them! I have other brands but nothing beats the the easy to use glow bug. Everything about them is easy. Plus the prints are so cute! Would love to add to my stash!

  29. The Explorer set is great for a boy, and the Botanist set is cute for a girl!

  33. These are so cute! I love the explorer package with the nautical themed diapers, perfect for a little boy!

  35. My favorite package is the explorer package! My son is very adventurous and getting into the floor cabinets and all! I think explorer fits his personality.

  40. That is a tough decision – they are all cute! Can I have one of each package? If I had to decide I would go with the Brainiac package.

  58. My favorite Glowbug package is the Brainiac package, lots of cute prints for the child of nerdy parents!

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  64. My favorite is by far the botanist package. I can’t wait to own every single one!

  66. Very interesting! We have a mostly 2nd hand diaper stash, and I’ve been thinking I’d love to switch over to mostly new dipes. Especially while we’re still on Kid #1!

  67. I absolutely adore and admire the brainiac package! The designs are amazingly beautiful!

  70. This is the first time I’ve heard of Glow Bug, and the prints are adorable. I’d love to try the 360 gusset in Explorer or Brainiac.

  86. I love the botanist package. But my single favourite Glowbug print is Spin Cycle!

  89. oh geez…i wish i had a little girl so i could get the botanist package. seriously so pretty. but my favorite for my little man would be the explorer package 😀

  91. Oh my gosh these prints are so awesome! I think I like the botanist SLIGHTLY more than the Brainiac but they are SO AWESOME!

  99. My favorite is the Botanist package!! Perfect for my little girl. 🙂

  102. Just got started cloth diapering yesterday, so far so good. Love they look of Glow Bugs, seriously cute patterns.

  104. Glow Bug diapers are seriously the best cloth diaper I have EVER used! I have used different brands before, and will never leave this brand! They look adorable on my kids, leave proof, and have super durable! I have used them on all 3 of my kids, from infant, to potty training, to night time pull ups! They are great for the enviornment, easy to clean, and I never have to worry if my kids have diapers like when I used disposable diapers. Who needs the hassle of buying different size diapers, when all you have to do is adjust the snaps!! GENIUS!!

  109. The botanist package would have to he my favortie oh it would be awesome to try an review new diapers ive been with my bumgenious for too long now !

  111. Thank you for doing this review! I was not familiar with Glow Bug diapers until now, and after seeing them–I can’t wait to get some! They are adorable, and I love the bamboo inserts.

  112. My favorite is the botanist package, though I also love the brainiac ones… Might have to do the 2 package combo!

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  119. What a cute diaper! I think the inside gussets would be great for newborn poops.

  130. I would love to try Glow Bug diapers! So many great prints!
    The Brainiac is my favourite!

  138. I love love love the botanist collection! It is too CUTE!I’ve heard great things about glowbugs!

  147. I love the explorer package!! They are so cute and would match with everything!!

  152. Love these – they sound like they would solve ALL the issues I had with dd #1! Will look into these for kiddo #2.

  154. I’m not sure if I entered this correctly or not… I hope so! I am really excited about cloth diapering for the first time! These diapers are absolutely adorable!

  158. Just got my very first glowbugs yesterday and we absolutely love them! They are so much easier to get the inserts in than other brands I have tried. Will definitely be stocking up on these awesome fluffs!

  160. The botanist is my favorite but really they are all cute and any print would be ok.

  162. Love the brainiac package. Especially the Lego Diaper. My LO loves playing with his big brothers legos (he is only 3 months so just holds onto water my 5 year old makes and sucks on it)

  164. My favorite is the Explorer package! So cute for baby boys (which is awesome…because I’m very jealous of all the options available to girl moms)!

  166. I like either the brainiac package or the explorer package. Both are super cute!

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