Applecheeks size two review

I heard about applecheecks early in looking into cloth diapers. They sounded great but being the penny pincher I am I couldn't bear to spend the nearly 20 on just the cover. But my curiosity got the best of me and I just had to try one. So with a little tax refund money and permission for the spouse. 

The laminate on the Applecheecks seems so thin to me. It reminds me of swim suite material. Although thin feeling I have not had any issues with it to speak of. I just feel it is more fragile. I don't particularly like fragile expensive things. 

The sewing however is splendid. The frills around the legs, tummy and rear just give a well done look. The elastics leaves a more settle red mark and seems very comfortable.  The fact that there is elastic in front is something I love. This not only gives the diaper a more finished look it helps hold in messes and keeps the waist line from folding over. 

The fit is perfect. not over saggy and fairly trip with a good range of waist line size adjustments. The envelope opening still holds all the mess. Personally I never leave an insert in a diaper. Unfortunately the middle opening makes for having to get your hands a little messy if your like me and just not willing to take a chance the insert won't come out. 

For me these diapers are just not worth the extra money for a good fitting diaper. But if you love to buy local then that's the price you will have to pay. I do recommend them if they are in your price range, but f not I promise you are not missing out all that much in my opinion. 

Fuzzibunz comparison coming soon (old VS new)

Coming soon... Comparision of the old and new one size Fuzzies

Nursing a one year old and beyond

My little guy is now nearly a year and a half old.  Time has flown faster with him being a second child then it did with my first. And time with her had already been going too fast. It seems to me every month of nursing brings new changes. How is a mama to cope?

1- Baby (yes I said baby) takes up more room now. Be sure to keep your arm and back well supported. Even if nursing sessions have become shorter, it is important your body is comfortable and ergonomic. Don't toss that nursing pillow yet. And don't be afraid to try new positions. If baby wants to try nursing sitting up. Help him to insure a good latch and let them munch.  If it become Uncomfortable, break the latch and adjust. Take care of your body mama's it's the only one you got.

2- At this point your supply might slowly decrease. This can cause some breastfeeding tenderness. Try to, as best baby will allow, have a few regular nursing times. I try to always nurse before he goes to bed. Offering the beast before meals can also help maintain a long term supply.  

3- Keep hydrated. It is as important now as ever. When out and about a sip of breastfeeding milk can be better for hydration then plain water. That's exactly how for Emily works. It is the thirst clencher. 

4- Be flexible. Don't feel like baby has to nurse everyday. If you miss a day your supply will not dry up over night. It's takes weeks and sometimes months for breast to completely stop producing. 

5- Enjoy every moment.  At any day any time weaning could begin. You will miss it I promise. So hold close to each moment. Engage in eye contact, smile, talk, and sing or read.  Make the most of the time you won't regret it.