Reusable swim diapers save you money and are gentle on the Earth. In the U.S. alone, more than 25 billion disposable diapers are used each year. Factor in disposable swimming diapers, and the number jumps to unbelievable proportions. My point is this: Reusable swim diapers mean you spend less on single-use swim diapers while keeping trash out of landfills.
Most pattern options
One of the best things about shopping for baby gear is all the adorable designs you can choose from. With 35 different patterns like sailboats, Hawaiian turtles, and lobster stripes, you can find the right swimming diaper from green sprouts that best fits your child’s personality. You can choose from sizes 6 months to 5T.
This diaper features three layers that prevent swimming pool accidents: a wicking liner to keep moisture from your baby’s skin, an absorbent layer that traps moisture when you’re out of the pool, and a waterproof layer to help your child swim confidently in the water. Three locking snaps make sure the diaper hugs your baby without chafing their sensitive skin.
You’ll be glad to know that this diaper is machine washable for easy cleaning. It’s also guaranteed safe by OEKO-TEX, which is an organization that tests for toxic substances in products. One diaper costs between $10 to $24.99, depending on the design and size you choose.
Best adjustable side straps
If you’re looking for Velcro-like fasteners, you can stop your search with Bummis’ adjustable cloth diaper. This cute, clownfish-adorned diaper is ideal for children between 9 to 15 pounds. We know all babies are different, but this weight range usually equals to children around 6 months or younger. If clownfish aren’t your thing, this diaper is also available in four other bright prints.
Bummis’ factory is based in Montreal, where they ensure that their products contain zero lead, phthalates, or BPA, bisphenol A, an industrial chemical used to make plastics. You can use this diaper on its own without a swimming diaper underneath, thanks to its waterproof cover and a polyester and nylon lining for maximum leak protection. In addition to the adjustable Velcro straps, form-fitting lycra linings ensure zero accidents in the pool.
You can also use this diaper as a cloth diaper cover, but it’s best to purchase a separate one specifically for use outside the pool. Snag this adorable diaper for only $15.99 each.
Plain and simple colors
The Primary shop offers no-frills, high-quality swimming diapers in seven classic colors: tomato red, raspberry, lilac, cobalt blue, navy blue, grass green, and bright sunshine yellow. Alternatively, you can opt for stripes or a rainbow colorway. This gartered diaper is available from sizes 3 to 6 months to 3T, so you can keep relying on Primary as your child grows out of one diaper into the next.
An outer layer made of nylon and elastane and an inner layer made of polyester, elastane, and polyurethane keep water out and solids in. And if you’re worried about fabric safety, you can rest assured your child is safe with primary’s OEKO-Tex Standard certified swimming diapers.
High-quality diapers are rare to come by, and even rarer still when they cost a mere $10 apiece.
Best adjustable snaps
Beau & Belle Littles’ reusable swim diaper is an excellent choice if you want a superior quality diaper that won’t break the bank. Choose from either a red, blue, and green fish pattern or their Sea Friends colorway, featuring octopuses, fish, and seashells in various colors. Thanks to five rows of adjustable snaps, you can accommodate your child’s size around their waist and around their legs.
This versatile swimming diaper can fit children sizes newborn to 5T, which equals 8 to 36 pounds. In other words, you can keep the same swimming diaper from newborn until they’re old enough to go potty on their own — think of all the diapers you’ll save!
One diaper will cost you $15.97, but Beau & Belle Littles offers a one-year, money-back guarantee in case something unforeseeable happens.
Award-winning, multifunction diaper
Granted, most things dubbed “award-winning” or “best-selling” are often overhyped, but this reusable swim diaper from Charlie Banana® exceeds expectations. This is because a functional combination of one waterproof layer and absorbent Lyocell layer provide desired protection inside the pool. Furthermore, Lyocell is a wood-based fabric that’s safe for your baby’s skin.
Their reusable swim diapers are available in small to extra large, depending on the pattern and style you choose. You can opt for a diaper with or without snaps in various designs like princess crowns, pineapples, and even donuts stripes.
Each diaper costs between $12.99 to $16.99, with larger, snap-on diapers costing more than smaller, pull-up sizes.
Best sun protection
Practical and minimalist, consider FINIS’ reusable diaper if you’re looking for the best UV protection alternative. It’s available in colors royal blue and pink and patterns turtle green, starfish, fishbowl blue, and mermaid. This diaper is also available in sizes small to 4T.
The woven polyester lining free from phthalates and polyvinyl chloride, a widely produced synthetic plastic polymer, prevents skin irritation, which is especially helpful for sensitive, rash-prone skin. Moreover, this diaper protects your baby’s skin from ultraviolet rays so you can confidently bring them out in the daytime without worrying about skin damage. Its elastic waist and legs make for a snug fit to keep solid waste out of the water and save you from an awkward situation.
The diaper costs around $10 each, and you’ll be glad to know that you don’t need to fit a disposable swimming diaper underneath.
Reusable swim diapers can be used in place of disposable swimming diapers to save you money and prevent landfill waste. What’s more, many swimming diapers boast adjustable features like snap-on technology and/or elastic openings to fit your child properly whether they’re 3 months old or toddler age. Note that swimming diapers are not designed to keep pee out of the water, but the most important thing is they keep solid waste contained so you and your family can enjoy a swim outdoors or in the pool.
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