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Bambino Mio Baby Clothing Review & Giveaway

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Bambino Mio diapers and covers are part of our regular rotation, so I was really happy to hear about their new baby clothing line which is compatible with reusable diapers. Bambino Mio sent Mary Kate a clothing set in size 6 to 12 months to try out, and is offering a giveaway, too (details in a minute)! After you enter my Bambino Mio giveaway, “hop” around to the other blogs listed at the very bottom because they are giving away some great prizes too!

Bambino Mio’s clothing set includes a long-sleeved bodysuit, leggings and bandana-style bib. There are two sizes: 0-6 months and 6 to 12 months; the former also includes a little knotted infant cap. Right now, the only design available is a cute whale with balloons tied on his back, but I’m crossing my fingers that there’s more to come, because Bambino Mio never disappoints with prints.

The set retails for $39.99, but the items can also be purchased separately.

Have you ever had moisture wick out of a diaper’s leg gussets and onto your baby’s bodysuit? This often happens because the suit fits tightly and clings to the diaper. The bodysuit is the first place that the moisture seeks out.

Bambino Mio’s suit is designed with a roomier fit at the bottom that also allows for more airflow.

I really love the way the leggings fit. A typical pair of cloth diaper pants has a big stretchy bum and skinny little legs, which (to me) overemphasizes the big, padded bum. Bambino Mio’s harem pants have a more relaxed, comfortable fit that I think is darling.

Our clothing set seems to run true to size. Mary Kate is a petite one-year-old and the 6-12 month set fits her perfectly right now. The leggings measure about 16 inches from waistband to the leg cuffs (unrolled). The fact that the pant cuffs can be rolled up or down give a little more growing room.

That brings me to my first suggestion, and that would be to offer another size (or two). Extended options like 12-18 months or maybe even 18-24 months would be fantastic, as many little ones stay in cloth for at least that long.

Along with a lower price point (the leggings are $19.99 each), I would also suggest a little bit more length in the bib. After laundering it measures about 3.75 inches from neckline to the point.  I suggest using the lowest setting in your dryer, or flat dry, to minimize this.

Bambino Mio has made a great start here, with a 100% cotton collection that’s cute, comfy and cloth-compatible.

I’m eagerly awaiting more additions to their line-up!

And now for the giveaway details!

Giveaway: My readers in the US and Canada can enter to win a clothing set from Bambino Mio. It includes a long-sleeved bodysuit, harem leggings and a bandana style bib. Choose size 0-6 months or 6 to 12 months. The 0-6 month set also includes a lightweight stretchy knot hat.

Good luck!

 

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Bambino Mio Miosolo AIO Review & Giveaway

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Last spring I reviewed Bambino Mio covers and muslin flat diapers; today’s review highlights the Miosolo All-in-One. UK-based Bambino Mio has been around for over 20 years and has garnered many awards. Distribution in the US and Canada was great news for cloth diapering families!

You can find Bambino Mio diapers and accessories at Kelly’s Closet, Nicki’s Diapers, Amazon. and even Walmart.com (which is where we picked up the Bumble print to try for our girls).

Here’s a quick rundown of the Miosolo’s features:

  • Waterproof PUL outer, 100% polyester lining and an 85% polyester, 15% nylon quilted soaker pad (5×14 inches)
  • Pull tab on the soaker makes removing it from the pocket easier
  • Pouch at one end of the soaker holds additional absorbency in place
  • Quick dry time
  • Retail price of $21.99The velcro?

Stuff the soaker pad into the pocket and the Miosolo is ready for your baby to wear:

The Miosolo AIO is designed to fit from 8 pounds and up. It has three rise settings (small, medium and large):

Fit: The hook and loop closure makes the Miosolo a quick and easy diaper to get on, and getting a snug but comfortable at the waist is a cinch.

Ingrid is just under 3 years old in these pictures. She’s small for her age and is wearing the MioSolo at the largest (rise unsnapped) setting. It fits great on her and is super trim.

Here’s Mary Kate at 11 months of age (below). The MioSolo is bigger overall than other one-size diapers I have; she’s wearing it on the smallest rise setting and the tabs are touching at the waist. For a smaller baby, you can fasten the waistband more tightly using the little square tab of hook and loop pictured below (top right).

What if the leg openings just aren’t snug enough on a smaller/thinner infant? On Mary Kate, I tried this little hack. If you find that the legs are still too loose after fastening the waistband as tight as you like, pinch the waistband with your fingers at your baby’s hips (both left and right – pink arrows below), and pull up a little. This will snug up the leg gussets somewhat. Because there are no hip snaps on this diaper, this adjustment may only last for so long on an active baby.

Performance: The Miosolo hasn’t leaked once during my testing on both Ingrid and Mary Kate. I’m impressed because most All-in-One diapers with a single microfiber soaker inside give us a couple of hours max, and even that’s pushing it. I was able to use this diaper through long naps, as is. Because my girls are tummy sleepers, I thought that a wider waterproof strip on the inside waistband would be needed, but I was wrong. It functions fine as designed.

I even tried it overnight, with an extra bamboo insert from my collection. Mary Kate was able to wear it all night, and she is what I would call an average wetter. At 11 months, she’s still nursing twice in the night, so I am happy about the results!

I love the pull-tab on the insert, because one thing that really makes me cringe is having to grabbed a pee-soaked insert from the pocket of a diaper. The laundry tabs are strong and have stayed put in the wash after months of laundering. The velcro wing tabs are starting to curl back slightly but are as strong as ever.

Another plus is the super soft and smooth inner lining, which feels much better to me than microsuede or low-quality fleece.

There are two minor drawbacks to the Miosolo, the first being that you have to stuff the insert, like you would a pocket diaper. One of the things I love most about the All-in-One style is the fact that you just wrap it around your baby and go. The Miosolo’s 100% microfiber insert cannot be put against a baby’s skin, so there is that extra step of having to stuff the diaper before using. Thankfully, the pocket is roomy and easy to stuff.

Secondly, it’s 100% synthetic, so if you prefer natural fibers and want to go with a more economical option, I highly recommend the Bambino Mio covers and flats.

Giveaway: One lucky reader will win a Miosolo diaper in the Sky Ride print, plus a pack of Bambino Mio cotton wipes. Open to US and Canadian residents. Good luck!