Best diaper pails & refills according to redditors

I assume by your use of the term "nappy" you are from somewhere outside the US. Would you mind sharing where you can source scented nappy/diaper bags for cheaper?

This hypothesis doesn't quite hold true here in the US. Doggie bags are cheaper here; to the extreme that when my daughter was still in diapers, we kept one of the doggie bag clips with a roll on the diaper bag.


For just a quick example...

Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag costs $7.79 US for 72 (0.108 each).

Earth Rated® Lavender-Scented Dog Waste Bags with Handles costs $6.99 US for 120 (0.058 each).


Or if you're okay with unscented, 220 for $7.99, or 0.036 each, or 700 for $14.99, or 0.021 each.

The manufactuer in their demo bills the pail as not requiring special bags thus money savings (source). Probably Hanlon's razor as several people on the Amazon.com product page complain that the pail rips bags (search keywords "tear" and "rip" separately in the reviews).

>Ubbi, your diaper pail needs to go back to drawing board because there are major design flaws. See photo. I have had many garbage bags fail in this pail from Ubbi bags, to Hefty ultra strong flex, and now industrial strength 30 gl bags. The reason for this is the stupid lip this trash can has at the top for the seal and duel lid to act as an anti-smell capsule. Every time the bag will catch on this lip and tears. Fail at least once a week now and I have 2 kids

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>This works great if you like to pick up diapers by hand when the bag tears open. Seriously. There are little downward facin tabs around the rim that sometimes snag the bag and can tear it open. Sometimes is too often IMHO when dealing with dirty diapers. My better half says it never happens and I do it wrong - don't know, I'm certainly not try to bare hand deal with the toxic contents and it's happened DOZENS of times over the last 3 years. When my last one is out of diapers I swear to Christ I'm gonna take an ax to this thing.

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>I regret my purchase of this container. It doesn't hold nearly as many diapers as my last one and it's a pain to replace the bags. When them unit is full, it's horribly smelly to replace the bags and when you pull it out, the bag tears every time from the back hinge.

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Apparently you may be using an older revision of the pail as the manufacturer commented on one of the bad reviews saying they had changed the product to make the bags not tear:

>Our latest Ubbi diaper pail models have:

>1. Smoother teeth on the bag holder, and are turned upward instead of downward

>2. A smoother cover to shield the jagged rim, so the bag doesn’t get stuck in between these teeth

>We do hope these updates and explanations help ease your frustrations with your Ubbi diaper pail. Send us an email at [email protected] so we can further discuss your issue and come to a solution. Kindly accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience and we look forward to hearing from you!

Here are a couple more pictures.

Top Five that money can buy:

1. Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 crib. I’ve seen this crib in lots of nursery pics. It is easy to put together and sturdy. We picked ours up off Facebook Marketplace for $125, including the conversion kit.
   
   
2. Hatch Rest sound machine and night light. we got a chance to trial run this little gadget a couple days ago when a friend’s toddler napped at our house. It was nice being able to change the sounds and light colors and turn up the sound using an app on my phone. Toddler was fussing and we turned up the sound a little and he went to sleep! Magic!
   
   
3. Jellycat stuffed animals. They are just so cute. I give one to all the new babies in my life. My brother and SIL gifted this baby with one.
   
   
4. Ubbi diaper pail. I don’t have experience using it, but it calms my nerves about poop. 🤷‍♀️
   
   
5. Nambe photo frame. This was a gift. It is the sweetest little frame ever and not something I think I would have splurged on for myself, but seeing it in person, I think it would be an amazing gift for new parents and even worth buying for yourself. It’s so precious.
   
   Top Five that money can’t buy:
   
   
6. The quilt hanging in the wall was made by my great grandmother and was my baby quilt! My mom surprised me with it at my shower.
   
   
7. The framed art and picture. The top is a painting of baby garibaldis (sooooo cute!), which is the state fish of California. The bottom is a photo of my husband riding on his dad’s shoulders as a toddler.
   
   
8. This book collection. We asked people to just gift baby with a book (they gave us soooo much more in addition), and we ended up with the most wonderful collection of funny and sweet books that will continue to remind us that we have an amazing family and network of friends.
   
   
9. Box full of Beany Babies. Sentimental gift to baby from my mom.
   
   
10. The yellow giraffe basket. My best friend gave us this and told me that she had bought when I was pregnant the first time (with a baby I lost to miscarriage). For some reason it just makes me so happy that there’s something meant for that baby in this room. ❤️🌈

You can get scented disposable bags to put the diapers inside and then dump them in a can, or keep them in the diaper bag till you get home.

Works pretty well

link: http://www.amazon.com/Munchkin-Hammer-Diaper-Dispenser-Colors/dp/B001QKDI48

More detailed nursery pictures here!


Top 5+ below:

1. Crate and Barrel Mid-Century crib, drawers, nightstand, and floating bookshelves
   
   We love the way they look and that they are very functional. The crib has 3 height levels and can then turn into a toddler bed and then a queen bed with a couple parts that we purchased separately. Crate and Barrel crib
   
   
   
   
2. IKEA Kallax shelves with bins
   
   Awesome for organization. We have a 2x4 for toys and items we use daily (extra diapers, diaper pail refills, bibs / burp clothes, etc) and a 2x2 in the closet for longer term storage (bigger clothes, stroller attachments for 3+ months, etc).
   
   
   
   
3. Enjoy the Wood 3D World Map
   
   Love this map - we bought it when it was still on Kickstarter. It even comes with pins so he/we can mark where he’s been once we start traveling with him! Enjoy the Wood Online Shop
   
   
   
   
4. Felt Animal Heads
   
   This Etsy shop was amazing. We looked everywhere for cute animal heads but the only ones we could find were small or not cute. Finally found these. Although a bit pricey, we are hoping they’ll last him through toddlerhood as they’re built incredibly well. If you don’t want to shell out that much and are crafty, she also sells the patterns for only $10! Akasito Etsy Shop
   
   
   
   
5. Da Vinci Sierra Glider
   
   First off, this glider and ottoman were reasonably priced (came as a set) and we used the 20% off Buy Buy Baby coupon on it as well. Not only does the glider go back and forth AND side to side but the ottoman also rocks back and forth!! Oh it is also super comfortable and we love nursing and snuggling in it.
   Glider at Buy Buy Baby
   
   
   
   
6. Dekor diaper pail
   
   This thing is simple to use as it doesn’t require constant bag changes, contains the smell really well, and is the least wasteful in terms of plastic bags since you rip off as much as you need (we watched a YouTube video to understand how it works before we bought it). Dekor diaper pail on Amazon
   
   
   
   
7. Quilt blanket
   
   My grandma (his great-grandma) made it. It was my grandpa’s favorite blanket but unfortunately he passed away 3 years ago so this blanket will be something our son has of his.
   
   
   
   
8. Giraffe painting with name
   
   Painted myself.

Absolutely essential for us. I have a basset hound who LOVES to roll in poop and can smell the moment my mom opens a bag of licorice from two blocks away. There's no way we could dispose of a dirty diaper in a regular trash can - we'd have to take it straight outside after every change... and that's not going to happen 12 times a day or at all hours of the night. We have the Ubbi Steel Diaper Can and I 10/10 recommend. Been using it almost a year now and it damn near eliminates the stink while closed (formula fed baby, too!) - my hound doesn't even realize it's there, and he lays right next to it during diaper changes. Works much better than my brother's diaper genie or munchkin can. It also has a locking lid, which is a life saver now that my son is running around and getting into everything. I love that I can throw any bag I want into it, too, unlike other diaper cans - this alone about offsets the price difference over its lifetime. We empty it every three-ish days - easy as pie.

ETA - I purchased this pack of trash bags before my son was born and we're just now getting to the last maybe 5 bags on the third roll... so even if you do use the actual Ubbi bags you're looking at $20 for a years' worth.

We love our Ubbi diaper pail: http://www.amazon.com/Ubbi-Steel-Diaper-Pail-White/dp/B00821FLT4. Expensive but holds the odor so well and uses standard trash bags, which is nice, and lots of colors to work with your house.

We couldn't live without the Rock and Play or Ergo carrier. Sleepers with foldover mittens were a lifesaver too - Old Navy had ones that worked for us. Also, absorbent pads for the changing table! We set them on top of the changing pad cover, and just wash them when there are poop/pee incidents.

Lots of onesies - it just made sense for us early to just dress her in a onesie and call it good. Carters worked well - the Gerber ones were a bit thinner and ran small.

We used Circo receiving blankets as burp cloths because we received like seven million as gifts.

Worst purchases: lots of newborn sized clothes - she grew out of them so fast and never wore 90%! We've yet to get any use of our baby shoes, because her feet are teeny, so we stick with just socks.

Just an fyi for anyone looking, there are some really cool diaper bins out there that work to keep smells at bay without having to buy these super expensive and kinda wasteful plastic cassettes: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00821FLSU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_KTesDbDC9EJG0

I got this for my son’s cloth diapers and it is a pretty good size. You can put a trash bag and a scent disc if the smell gets overwhelming but I never had an issue because the door closes quickly.

We have this:

http://www.amazon.com/Ubbi-10000-Diaper-Pail-White/dp/B00821FLT4/ref=sr_1_10?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1414244485&sr=1-10&keywords=Diaper+pail

Yes, it's expensive but it works! We also got it at Buy Buy Baby with a 20% off coupon which is incredibly easy to find. It uses regular trash bags so that's great, and as long as you remember to close the lid, it keeps all the smell contained. The only downside we've found is that because it's so big, it holds like a weeks worth of diapers, and then the bag is so crazy heavy when it's time to change it that I can't lift it and my husband has to do it! Not such a bad downside for me actually :)

In my "quick run to the store" bag. A gallon size zipper lock bag with 2 diapers & wipes. A small quart size ziplock bag with a change of clothes for baby. A small quart size ziplock bag with 2 ready to feed bottles of formula and a clean nipple. That is in my Longchamp backpack. I just grab, toss my phone & wallet & keys and go.

My diaper bag, the big one. Stays in the bottom of the middle seat in the middle aisle of the SUV. That's the family car. Baby car seat is in the middle row so it is right under his feet.

That one is the huge skip hop bag. I have 3 ziplock bags with a complete outfit each, for each kids. A pouch of necessities like Neosporin, bandages, meds, etc. A trash bag thing that hangs off the d ring.

In one of the front pockets, I have size 2 disposable diapers. We use the cloth only at home. In the other pocket, I have size 4 disposable diapers. The wipes are in the main compartment.

The side pockets have a small empty water bottle in each side pocket for the toddler and kid. I don't really use the top zipped pockets or the secret zippered compartment for anything.

Also in the main compartment is a ziplock bag of snacks. Two clean and empty 4oz bottles. A thin receiving blanket (going to be swapped out for a thicker blanket because the weather is getting colder). Oh, an extra ziplock bag with my husband's underwear and shorts. He likes to take the girls in the water to play when we drive by a river/stream/lake/pond/beach. I hate water so I don't go in. Besides, I'm the one busy taking pictures of them. We have a huge picnic blanket, old towels, and throw pillows that lives in the back of the car for impromptu trips.

I keep two coolers at home for daily use. One is a lunch box size soft cooler that I will toss a breast milk baggies in for day trips or quick trips. So it stays in the house until we have to leave. I just put his bottle of milk and cold packs or whatever and grab my backpack.

For longer trips, like all day when I know we won't be home until late, I use a slightly bigger cooler. I put in the breastmilk baggies. Iced water bottles (I freeze the 8oz water bottles in the deep chest freezer & use as ice packs until they melt and the girls have cold water to drink) and drinks for the girls.

That is basically all the stuff in my diaper bags.

Google this and read all the articles you can to find what works for you. It's very manageable, a little like a circus but keep a good attitude and you will fly fine, lots of good comments here already!

Our items: Carry-on with laptop, diaper-bag backpack, and a Coleman soft cooler to keep milk frozen + other food, **stroller (Summer-infant 3D-flip, awesome stroller!), and Ergobaby baby carrier!

Security: Read the websites and pack according to the rules, have one of you (mom) can carry all the baby stuff. Be very nice to them, they are doing their jobs, and will help you through, the stroller may be x-rayed. One of you will walk through with the baby, make sure you don't ding if you can avoid it to make life easier.

Flight: Boarding: Pre-board! Wear the baby aboard in an Ergobaby or other carrier. This gives you ability to bring a carry-on, get your boarding passes/id, carry stroller, etc. Gate-check the stroller using a bag: https://www.amazon.com/Childress-Travel-Standard-Double-Strollers/dp/B003554H9M

Flight: Entertain, feed, snuggle, sleep, bounce, etc. Even learning the parts of the plane can be entertainment like opening the tray, armrests, etc. Obviously attempt to restrain jr from kicking! We didn't have to walk the baby up and down the aisle, but some parents do that, do whatever works.

Flight/Changing: I change the baby on the plane, and have those blue plastic diaper bags and fill one with wipes and put that and a diaper in my pocket, and take an extra to throw out the smelly diaper. No need to bring a full diaper bag. The baby may slide around during turbulence, and laugh, be prepared. :)

Layover: There are often kids play stations around, if not there's lots for a 7mo to be entertained with in the real world. Stroller is great for naps.

Time changes: Switch to the new time right away and hold as best as possible, there will be a transition period so just go with it.

We've done a good bit, always been fine.

Some things that are a little 'out of the norm' but hugely helpful:

• Poopy diaper disposal bags for when you're out and about (nice handy container to hang inside the diaper bag, too! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007KGHLE0?th=1
  
  
• Diaper clutch for when you're running a quick errand (or just to keep in the trunk of your car): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AQ693RO?th=1 a more masculine version: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I0MA06I
  
  
• small 'med kit' for baby to keep in the diaper bag and at home. at minimum, should include fever reducer, gripe water, saline spray. can add aquaphor and a nose frieda to the home one, too: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Remedies-Essentials-Aspirator-Intended/dp/B00OKYKTIK/ref=sr_1_27_sspa
  
  
• A tracking app (we use Glow Baby). VERY helpful so you don't have to constantly ask "when did he last ___" or "what time does he need to eat? etc" I had a hard enough time remembering when to change my own pads and medicine within the first few weeks, so being able to track LO's day in an app that DH or I could add to/sync across our phones was huge.
  
  
• Rock and play. our LO slept in it for the first 6 months. we didn't buy any other bouncer, swing, etc. He literally just had the rock and play, towels/blankets spread out to play on the floor, a boppy pillow for feedings (and sometimes naps), and a play gym mat.
  
  
• OXO wipe holder. amazingly simple, but being able to open and grab wipes one handed is awesome.
  
  
• SIMPLE clothing. yes, outfits are cute, but with the amount of time you spend getting them on/off. not worth it for the 'everyday' moments at home. save the cute stuff for photos or special outings. stock up on onesies and zip/button sleepers.
  
  

We love this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00821FLT4/

I love my diaper pail so much!! I got the Ubbi diaper pail. I have never smelled anything coming out of that thing, the seals are so good (unless I forget and leave it open, but that's not their fault). It's stainless steel so the dog can't get into it, cause my dog has been known to eat plastic to get to something he wants to eat. I use regular kitchen trash bags with it. It's expensive for a can that holds poop, but it's cheaper than a good regular stainless steel trash can. I highly recommend it!

I use a 10 gallon trash can with a lid and a wet bag trash liner - original for diapers, now I use them in the bathroom for towels and wash cloths, SO much better than dirty wash cloths piling up!!

simplehuman 40 Liter / 10.6... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004L9L3IO?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Planet Wise Reusable Diaper Pail... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077ZCN5MR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Honestly I don't remember which sprayer we have I think my husband just got an attachment from Menards? It has an extra long hose which is really nice.

This is the spray shield we use and it's fabulous. Totally worth it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00S1I4P1S/ref=mp_s_a_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1499000673&sr=8-5&keywords=diaper+sprayer

Here's the diaper pail we use and I love it too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0053Y2B6E/ref=mp_s_a_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1499000855&sr=8-4&keywords=cloth+diaper+pail&dpPl=1&dpID=310yH6-EseL&ref=plSrch

ChoiceRefill Compatible with Diaper Genie Pails, 4-Pack, 1080 count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073CLKNK3?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

The diaper pail honestly seems like it is going to be super easy to use and hide the smells of our cloth diapers. Was cheaper than other options too! Dekor Plus Hands-Free Diaper Pail | White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RLQZD8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EqwYDb0TMVDXV

Ubbi more expressive but it uses whatever bags you normally would in your kitchen. It keeps ANY smell in. It's awesome. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00821FLT4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1394731099&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

Same here. Diaper genie drew us in because it was inexpensive initially, but they get you with all the refills you have to buy. We picked up one of these Ubbi's and while it seemed like a lot upfront we can use our kitchen garbage bags we get in bulk from Costco in it.

This is the Holy Grail: https://www.amazon.com/Ubbi-Saving-Special-Required-Locking/dp/B00821FLT4

On Amazon, they are about the same price. Maybe about $1 cheaper or so for the 6 pack for the cat version.

Correction: You save 4 cents with litter locker refills.

Diaper Genie $17.60 for 3 pack on S&S = $35.20 for 6

Litter Locker Refill: $35.16 for 6 pack (no S&S rates)

This reminds me of a plastic bag liner for a baby diaper trashcan. It's basically a continuous tube of plastic that you can cut and tie-off whenever the trashcan needs to be emptied.
Diaper Genie

I have a simple system that works for me and 4 friends so far. You just wash baby’s laundry as usual. All clothes go into the washer and dryer - no lint, pilling, shrinking, special sprayer, etc.

Process:

• Put all dirty clothes in laundry bag - diapers (poop and all), onesies, etc.
  
• Throw entire bag in washer and dryer every 2 days
  
  Shopping list:
  
• 24 OsoCozy Bamboo Prefolds size 1: OsoCozy - Prefolds Unbleached Cloth Diapers, Size 1(7-15lbs), 6 Pack - Soft, Absorbent and Durable 100% Indian Cotton Natural Infant Diapers - Highest Quality & Best-Selling Cloth Diapers Sold Online https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003AJHDQW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hIFUCbFBD5FSK
  
• 6 Thirsties duo wraps size 1 (with snaps not Velcro): Thirsties Package, Snap Duo Wrap, Outdoor Adventure Collection Birdie Size 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQDASKQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-IFUCbAFEH0VW
  
• 1 washable laundry bag: Planet Wise Reusable Diaper Pail Liner, Summit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076BBGTML/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eHFUCbQY6C7FD
  
• 24 cloth wipes: GroVia Reusable Cloth Diapering Wipes, 12 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003X3R6TO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8EFUCbG7G51TR
  
• Spray Bottle: Empty Amber Glass Spray Bottles with Labels (2 Pack) - 16oz Refillable Container for Essential Oils, Cleaning Products, or Aromatherapy - Durable Black Trigger Sprayer w/Mist and Stream Settings https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G98Y1BA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.JFUCbECR65R1
  
  Notes:
  
• You’ll wash baby’s laundry anyway, but now you’ll wash some diapers with it, too.
  
• Depending on how often you want to do laundry, buy proportionately more stuff. Example: 1 day= 3-4 wraps and 6-12 pre-folds depending on the baby’s habits.
  
• I still use size 1 pre-folds for my 22 pound baby but upgraded to size 2 wraps.
  
• I hang the bag at the changing table so I don’t even use the special diaper trash anymore. Opening the can released a bunch of gross smells but hanging the bag lets the smells air out naturally

Sort of.

We put poop diapers in a bag and toss them in the garage until trash day. Pee diapers go either in the downstairs bathroom trashcan, or a metal trashcan with a lid we have upstairs in the nursery. But we have a 9-5 pooper so since he's in daycare, we usually only have to deal with poop diapers on weekends thank god.

I have a diaper genie, it's awesome.

edit: this is the one we own. So far it works well with a < 3mo old.

Yeah. You also need them when their outfit is covered in poop from a blowout. Place the poop clothes in a bag and then another bag over that one 😂 I have a 9 month old. Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag Dispenser with Bags https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QKDI48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dn05CbTESQP0M

We use the Dekor plus with the reusable cloth liners. It holds two days of diapers for us and contains the scent completely

Pail: https://www.amazon.com/Hands-Free-Diaper-Easiest-Economical-Diapers/dp/B00F55P1WW/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?adgrpid=62892986304&hvadid=274711713065&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9033461&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17113171650591573032&hvtargid=aud-676677759484%3Akwd-303364397475&hydadcr=1511_9897332&keywords=dekor+plus+diaper+pail&qid=1558076793&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Liners: https://www.amazon.com/Dekor-Cloth-Diaper-Perfect-Diapers/dp/B00IZULWCC/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmrnull_7?keywords=dekor+plus+diaper+pail+cloth+bag&qid=1558076938&s=gateway&sr=8-7-fkmrnull

I'd really strongly recommend the Ubbi Diaper Pail.

First, it's human smell-proof. We have our changing table in our bedroom, and never had a problem with it.

Second, that lid should definitely be dog proof. It even has the locking latch so the hatch won't open, but I'd expect a beagle to bee too short for that to be an issue. Between being able to lock the hatch, and maybe put some small weights in the bottom so they can't knock it over, it'll be safe.

Third, the pail just takes normal 13gal bags. We did disposables for newborn, and our normal kitchen bags did great. We have wet bags in it now, and they're still perfect.

The only, only thing I do, and I have no evidence I need to, is leave it open when there's no bag in it to air-dry out a bit. Diapers are exothermic, and it generates some humidity in there. It's a steel pail so I'd like to think I'm offsetting future rust. I'm at least letting nasty diaper humidity get out.

I usually have picked up as trash a styrofoam cup or a plastic bottle that glass can go into. I just carry the plastic (dog poop) bag of trash and don't put it in my pack. I don't pack liquids out, but pour them out instead. I sometimes wear a blue nitrile glove, but otherwise fashion "chopsticks" from readily available sticks to get some of the nastier items.

The bags were linked though recently and come in various sizes: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y2WLY4K/

I was/am in the exact same boat - first kid, limited funds, starting from scratch, going through reviews and prices drove me insane. It took me probably three months to get my registry together, and, even then, I am still switching things up, lol.

lucieslist.com was invaluable while picking everything out. I highly recommend you check it out.

What we have bought ourselves that fit our tight budget:

Graco Comfy Cruiser Travel System. We had already decided to go with that car seat, given that it seems to be the top-rated budget option, and the stroller ended up being a much-needed bonus. We go on walks a lot, so it works for us. If you don't need the stroller, the seat itself is, I think, only ~$100.

The Pack N Play, which I've heard from literally everyone and their mother is almost a necessity.

Because we don't have an IKEA near us to get our hands on a swanky $99 crib, we bought this DaVinci crib. We still only ended up paying $100 for it, as we found it on sale, however, we would have paid the $200 for it, given that the reviews are good, and, when compared to some other cribs that cost $400 and up, the price isn't bad at all.

As for the rest of the registry, we have on there a Moby wrap (affordable baby wearing, yay!), nail clippers, outlet plugs, nursing pads, a wipes case, a baby tub, baby wash, assorted crib sheets, waterproof crib sheets, Pack N Play mattress, and sheets to go with, crib mattress (we actually bought this one when we found it on sale for $20, and it's just fine), receiving blankets, dirty diaper bags (because we aren't getting a diaper pail, just a small can with a seal-able lid), changing pad, and a cover to go with, pacifiers, Dr. Brown's Gia Nursing Pillow, a bottle brush, bottle warmer, thermometer, booger sucker, camera to monitor the baby, and a few other assorted things that I couldn't really find a definitive "best in class" for, so pick at your own discretion: diaper bag, swaddles (although I've read good things about the Summer Infant brand), bottles (we're going with Phillips Avent), a bouncer (we got this one), and a swing.

I agonized over this stuff for what felt like forever, lol, so I hope it helps you and saves you some hair-pulling. It's all so overwhelming!

Hey guys! I've been waiting to share my finished nursery, and now I finally can!

I'm 34+2 and impatiently awaiting my first baby.

• Crib: Graco Bryson 4-in-1
  
• Wooden Name: Etsy
  
• Pictures: Etsy
  
• Rug: Amazon
  
• Side Table: Ikea Gladom
  
• Pump: Spectra
  
• Diaper Pail: Ubbi
  
• Temperature Sensor: Nest
  
• Book Shelves: Ikea Bekvam
  
• Dresser: Amazon
  
  More nursery photos: 
  
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Washable! It's made from the same material as diapers but it's like a trash bag in size/shape. This is the brand/style we use.

I use these bags https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y2WLY4K/ I had them for my cat's litter and realized they would be perfect for packing out my TP, or actually I use paper towels since they are sturdier. I bring 1 bag per day, plus an extra, and just put the dirty paper towels in there, knot it tightly and keep it in the toilet zip loc. They are somehow odor proof, and they are opaque so no need for duct tape covered zip loc or anything. And they can't accidentally open.

Everything seems super complicated but you'll soon find it's a lot simpler than you thought. At least, that happened to me. Make sure you have a proper wash routine for your washer. Check out Fluff Love University to find your washer and determine the best routine and detergent. This will ensure everything gets as clean as possible and prevent things like diaper rash from retained waste, or plain old stinky diapers. My wash routine uses tide powder and looks like: express wash on hot/hot, then another round on heavy duty with hot/cold. We also dry the diapers on delicate.
This works well for us. Once you get in the routine you'll probably want to wash every other day. We don't stuff (put inserts into the pockets to prep them) after we wash. I hate stuffing the diapers and find it simpler to stuff on the go but that is a preference thing.
Do you have a discard system? We got 2 of these buckets with charcoal filters and a wet bag liner. Odorless Cloth Diaper Pail (7 gallon: 1-2 days) by Busch Systems https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0053Y2B6E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hzyfzb7E65P80


We ended up using an open pail system as it seems to smell less so the tops of the buckets are just hanging out under my daughters dresser haha.

Just another note. We have bumgenius and the same Alvas you have. We love the Alvas, especially for the price. We have had no issues with them. Just make sure you are snapping them at a good size and stuffing with the correct absorbency. If you have leaks before 2 hours, you will likely want to increase the size or number of inserts. Also make sure you do change every 2 hours. It is normal with cloth diapering for the diapers to leak around 2-3 hours. But even with regular diapers they should be changed every 2 hours or if you smell poop or know the baby has peed. I'm training to be a nursing assistant right now and it is apparently the same for adults- 2 hours. My grandparents are super helpful and in love with my daughter. They were watching her yesterday and they mentioned they had to wash her clothes because she leaked so I asked how long it had been since they changed her, and they had gone nearly 4 hours. Another note- this changes at night! We let her sleep and she sleeps 12 hours (she's almost 1). We just double stuff the diaper. You may be getting up to change at first but as your baby gets older, you should be able to double stuff with inserts and let him/her go longer. Sorry if this is way too much info!

> The Diaper Genie brand liners cost about $1.00 to change, the off-brand Diaper Genie liners cost about $0.79 to change, and Glad brand trash bags cost about $0.11 to change

What is this from?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073CLKNK3/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_3_w

This one is 1080 off-brand bags for $17.99. That's less than $0.02 per bag.

I'm just trying to understand if I'm missing something or if there are hidden costs somewhere.

Sounds like you may not have a diaper pail with a lid? I suggest getting one of those and a deodorizer disk (change the disk out often--like every few weeks to a month). My favorite is the Dekor diaper pail because it has a cloth wet bag liner. Also, try adding 1/4 cup bleach to your washing routine. Bleach will help with the stink. I'd stop trying to air out the diapers and instead focus on containing the stink until wash day :) It might help!

If nothing else works, try stripping your diapers. Learn to Cloth Diaper has stripping instructions with pictures!

I'm planning on using [these diaper bags] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007KGHLE0?colid=1PRYL7BWU7SJ6&coliid=I139MGPRS4HX5U&ref=br_ADD_TO_CART_title_link) for diaper changes on-the-go. Hopefully they'll work!

As a parent, I love these!!!!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001QKDI48/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

the ubbi doesnt use bags. its a newer product from them, not their initial break into proprietary bagged systems.

so the ubbi im talking about is basically a regular old 80 dollar trash can but it has heavy duty rubber seals and child proofing. its made of stainless steel, you just use regular glad bags in it or no bag if you want (you nasty ass). heres the product and currently its on sale for 50 bucks instead of 80. they list ubbi bags with it, obviously, but you can just get any costco bag for that size container and use it.

Thats comparable to the cost of a regular nice looking stainless steel trash can but it those regular cans dont have any sort of smell seal on them.

Here's the rest of the pictures 😁😁

https://imgur.com/gallery/Q03hZZk

Top Five

In the living room

Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30 Travel System
Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30 travel system

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Graco-FastAction-Fold-Click-Connect-Travel-System-Bennett/374308673?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&adid=22222222228237510206&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=283899052272&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-539613311477&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=374308673&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG10R9JBufXv4b1xe6xeFntXyvAzYwQKzGB07mpet7ccLlbFaEL0MxMIaA

(We'll probably have the stroller in the car most of the time)


Evenflo Versatile Play Space, Cool Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072LTSWND/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2zNPCb6QQMGHB

(Usually comes with a sixth panel, but we wanted to save space until we needed to add it)

Our room sharing set up

Bassinet was handed down to us all put together, and I can't find a link sorry!

Night Lights for Kids, VAVA Baby Night Light, Bedside Lamp for Breastfeeding, ABS+PC, Touch Control, Timer Setting-Pink

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HSTL75K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MCNPCbBNG4FR6

(Not pictured)


Ubbi Money Saving, No Special Bag Required, Steel Odor Locking Diaper Pail, Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00821FLSU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_byNPCbWY1Z2F8


Honeywell Mistmate Ultrasonic humidifier

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Honeywell-Mistmate-Ultrasonic-Humidifier-HUL520B-Black/37690122?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222228027316373&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=43910449232&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-84286515392&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=37690122&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG12UXQFyrKBbTM4Eq7IlBEg7IxwOorzgvPuFbH8x7isxW8BIMyNhJ_QaAk4HEALw_wcB


Munchkin Laundry Hamper with Lid, Grey

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077PTSZVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6hPPCb84MDT0G


Super Strong Folding Step Stool - 11" Height - Holds up to 300 Lb - The lightweight foldable step stool is sturdy enough to support adults & safe enough for kids. Skid resistant and open with one flip

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZ0VCQD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TINPCbBERP8HJ


Her side in my closet


South Shore Litte Smiley's Changing Table, Chocolate

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFJ9S1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JANPCbP4FX2PG


GAGAKU Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer - Baby Shower Basket Portable Nursery Storage Bin Car Storage Basket for Wipes Toys Tote Bag

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBXH1BP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3MNPCbDNHVK1V


Munchkin Warm Glow Wipe Warmer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CNOIQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LJNPCbGX20KF4


mDesign Soft Fabric Dresser Drawer and Closet Storage Organizer Set for Child/Kids Room, Nursery, Playroom, Bedroom - Rectangular Organizer Bins with Textured Print - Set of 4 - Linen/Tan

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071P9GPV4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_czNPCbQ2QWJHZ

mDesign Soft Fabric Dresser Drawer and Closet Storage Organizer, 8 Section Divided Bin for Child/Kids Room, Nursery, Playroom, Bedroom - Textured Print with Solid Trim, 3 Pack - Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZYC4439/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MNNPCbH4F8YGB


Modish Labels Baby Nursery Closet Dividers, Closet Organizers, Nursery Decor, Baby Girl, Deer, Floral Antlers, Flowers, Woodland

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WLQ8B5C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nBNPCbR1DRJ22


AmazonBasics Kids Velvet Hangers - 30-Pack, Pink Polka Dot

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FXNAD6U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.HNPCbRTDQ9P5


For the kitchen

Philips AVENT Microwave Steam Sterilizer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007VBXKG2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mMNPCbGSZ1NJY


Boon Bundle Feeding Set

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KGPWGZJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fQNPCbJJKFAD7


Gourmia Jr. Single Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Warmer, Digital Display, Dishwasher-Safe Removable Parts, JBW150, ETL-Certified

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JZ991WH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TQNPCbAMJZFRJ

Not Pictured items

Rustic Wood Frame Gray Felt Letter Board 10x10 inches. 440 White & Gold Letters, Months & Days Cursive Words, Additional Symbols & Emojis, 2 Letter Bags, Scissors, Vintage Stand. by whoaon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CKT6S6G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qRNPCbYJZKZF8



Fisher-Price Auto Rock 'n Play Sleeper, Aqua Stone

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Fisher-Price-Auto-Rock-n-Play-Sleeper-Aqua-Stone/39577511?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222228031612947&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=55217708312&wl4=pla-113855432192&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=39577511&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG10bahlDvXNs66-ReAkUjjQSfucHTHxORdYUyZ92T0oddQGzOtGb360aAoXjEALw_wcB


Fisher-Price Bath Tub, Rainforest Friends

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUO464Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_txPPCb7ZEHWCC

I would recommend this awesome diaper pail because you don't have to buy special bags. It just uses regular garbage bags. Save you money in the long run.

I love ours

Pannolini, mangiapannolini igienico, doudou

You could invest in a diaper genie like this or of you wanna brave sticking to cloth diapers, some RVs come with an outside shower (really just a sprayer with cold and hot water) orrrr you can get one of those portable washers like this. Just some thoughts from a childless RVer 😅

So this is baby # 2 and we were all about the hand me downs this time around. Would’ve liked to paint but we rent and I didn’t feel like dealing with all that. We did have a baby sprinkle and scored some big ticket items like a double stroller, infant car seat, diapers, and swing. First time mamas, let me encourage you to buy secondhand. I could’ve saved literally over a $1,000 on my first born’s nursery had I been a little more open to used items. IMO, both nurseries are just as nice except this one was substantially cheaper to create.

Not easily seen from my poor quality video are Babar prints. If you can just look past the fact that it’s a story endorsing French imperialism, one can’t resist having an elephant nursery without Babar the elephant!

Top five items:

1.) Secondhand IKEA crib; my friend used this with all three of her kids. It is the Snigler crib. Super basic but super reliable.

2.) Dresser: secondhand, purchased on Facebook marketplace. Also has changing table topper but we omitted using that and just secured the changing pad to back of dresser.

3.) Elephant decals: Wall Pops WPK0841 WPK0841 Tag... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E2XCOB4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

LUCKKYY Elephant Family Wall Decal Removable Vinyl Wall Art Elephant Bubbles Wall Stickers Baby Nursery Wall Decor (Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C7Y4F3D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kbhwDbJVV9ATB

4.) Hatch sound machine: we used this with our first (still do) and it was a sleep game changer. In my opinion, the best white noise machine on market. Also doubles as an ok to wake clock and is operable from your smart phone!

Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine, Night Light and Time-to-Rise https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XMRCC94/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KchwDbHWZB7S4

5.) Ubbi diaper pail: we’ve tried several diaper pails over the years and this is the most smell proof and easy to use. It has a lock mechanism to prevent curious hands from digging through dirty diapers and can use regular garbage bags.

Ubbi Steel Odor Locking, No Special Bag Required Money Saving, Awards-Winning, Modern Design Registry Must-Have Diaper Pail, Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00821FLSU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eehwDb961APP4

Dafuq? As a parent, there's no excuse for this. Get one of these, put used diaper in a bag, and either find a trashcan to put it in or take it home to be thrown away. The little bag helps to keep the smell contained. I know kids can be a PITA and take up all your free time, but don't inconvenience others no matter what.

Are you talking about bags like these? Munchkin Arm and Hammer Diaper Pail Refill Rings, 272 Count

We have the ubbi steel pail and use glad febreze regular trash bags.

I bought this one for a couple reasons: Not plastic, so won't absorb odors. And doesn't take special bags or cartridges, just regular kitchen bags.

Baby's not here yet, but it seems nice and simple, comes in nice colors and can just become a regular trash can when we don't need diapers any more.

Lots of good advice here. I agree about the need for some type of pouch(es) to give some extra organization so everything doesn't become more of a jumbled mess at the bottom of the bag.

And make sure you carry one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Munchkin-Hammer-Diaper-Dispenser-Lavender/dp/B001QKDI48?th=1

I'm curious, is a Diaper Genie the same as a Tomy Tippee nappy bin?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tommee-Tippee-Sangenic-Nappy-Disposal/dp/B004E9TTNM

I have the older version of this one

diaper genie

We registered for this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F55P1WW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_eOJWBbHBW67ZD because we are doing cloth diapers and this one comes with cloth bags to use in it for that purpose

Get one of these, seriously. So useful, and cute. People like buying useful and cute:

https://www.amazon.com/Boppy-Newborn-Lounger-Elephant-Love/dp/B014A7MABU?th=1

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I use this diaper pail and like it, it takes any garbage bags and I feel is better looking than some options out there:

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https://www.amazon.com/Ubbi-Saving-Special-Required-Locking/dp/B00821FLSU/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1537453291&sr=1-2&keywords=ubbi

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Diapers, wipes, crib sheets, crib mattress pads, changing pad, changing pad cover (depending on the kind of changing pad, some do not require them). Bottles,swing/bouncer, playmat. One of my son's early favorite was a kick and play piano:

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https://www.amazon.com/MooToys-Kick-Play-Newborn-Piano/dp/B07DWTMNKR/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1537453105&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=kick+and+play&psc=1

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Bath supplies, lotions, diaper creme. I would avoid putting clothes on there. If there is something super special you love, just buy it (if you can afford to). People will pick out whatever clothes/toyus/blankets they want. Stroller, carseat. People often refrain from asking for these more expensive things, but I think its fine. If it is something you would buy yourself, it is okay to ask for it. And honestly, the expensive stuff went off my registry first.

Ubbi Steel Odor Locking, No Special Bag Required Money Saving, Awards-Winning, Modern Design, Registry Must-Have Diaper Pail, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00821FLT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OXyMDbVKKQT5K

You only forget to lock it once or twice... 🤣

Two words; Diaper Genie. You will be thought of with high regard for many years.