Blueberry Trainers Review

Margarita, a mother of four, founded Blueberry Diapers. Margarita decided to sew her cloth diapers after her first child was born. This hobby transformed into a small business, with eBay as her marketplace. Eventually, Margarita had a new ambition; create a cloth diaper so glamorous that diaper changes would be enjoyable and fun-loving. This drive led to Blueberry Diapers, which officially launched in 2007. It is a family-run, USA business that strives to use high-quality materials, USA sourced fabrics, and latex-free elastic.

Performance Comparison

Absorbency

Blueberry Trainers have a slightly-below average score in the absorbency metric compared to the lineup of cloth options we tested. This score is not necessarily surprising and somewhat expected given the product's purpose; it is a training pant, not a diaper.

When it comes to potty training, it can be beneficial to the learning process for children to feel when they are wet and connect it with using the bathroom. The absorption results indicate that this training pant is a suitable daytime option for children who are nearly potty trained. It will hold a dribble or minor accident as your little one makes their way to the bathroom. However, it isn't designed to contain a full bladder's worth of liquid, and use during sleep is not be recommended.

Likes

We appreciate that Blueberry has the same sensation as underwear, but with the added benefit of being partially waterproof thanks to its inside liner constructed of cotton velour with a layer of super-absorbent micro-terry and Polyurethane Laminate (PUL) sewn underneath. You can feel comfortable machine washing and tumble drying these pants. Other likable features include how these pants are effortless to pull up and push down and feel soft (even the seams). They are available in brightly-colored designs and come in three sizes, small, medium, and large. The company's website provides a size chart with measurements and weight ranges for each size to help with selecting the proper size for your toddler.

Dislikes

At some point, the baby's skin will come into contact with polyester, which has its pros and cons. Polyester has moisture-wicking properties, yet it is not as breathable. Users frequently note that the fabric on the outside tends to pill after washing and that sizes run small, with some shrinkage after the first wash. The training pants do teeter-totter between being trim yet slightly bulky; the absorbency layer sewn under the inner lining is to blame. You may have some trouble getting these pants to fit under regular-sized clothing that does not have much stretch. As for leakage, the fabric around the leg openings is not waterproof and can be prone to leakage, especially for heavy wetters. Also, the training pants do not have snaps, unlike others on the market. Snaps can be beneficial when messy accidents occur. Unsnapping can eliminate the chance of further mess spreading when sliding pants off.

Should You Buy the Blueberry Trainers?

The Blueberry Trainers are known for their similarity to real underwear, something most toddlers appreciate, and how easy they are to pull up and down, which can strengthen your toddler's ability to self-help in the bathroom. This pant is not designed for heavy wetters or during naps and overnight or un potty trained babies who still need ordinary diapers. More importantly, they can be suitable for toddlers who have nearly mastered potty training during the day. They come in fun designs, and given how easy they are to wash, you'll appreciate having this product on hand.

What Other Cloth Diaper Should You Consider?

If your little one isn't ready for potty training, the Blueberry pants are not a good fit. The best of the group is the Rumparooz Pocket. This diaper has a large fit range and some of the best absorbency in the biz. We think most families will appreciate the leak prevention and the comfort of this diaper. While not the easiest to use, it becomes easier the more familiar you get with the product. If price is a driving force and you still want a good option with absorbency and leak prevention you can rely on, the Imagine Baby Pocket Snap is a good first-timer diaper with a lower price point, making it suitable for many families.