Happy Endings Kid's Review

Noticing a need for more affordable, eco-friendly diapering options on the market, Happy Endings Eco Diapers launched in 2013. This small business is "mama-run" and based in Oregon, USA. The company provides diapering products and accessories of all shapes and sizes, for a range of ages, from babies to adults.

Performance Comparison

Absorbency

The Happy Endings Kid's diaper scored right in the middle of the group for absorbency. While it is no superstar, we think it performs well enough to handle most situations. If you find that you are frequently having issues with leakage or blowouts, you can always place some additional inserts in the pocket.

Likes

This diaper is versatile in its many uses. It has a thick 5-layer microfiber insert that snaps into the cover, and sewn into the liner is a pocket that you can stuff with additional inserts if needed. The outside of the cover is a silky smooth polyester lined with a waterproofing layer of PUL. The lining is a charcoal bamboo microfleece that wicks very well. While we have yet to find any wicking/absorbency benefits to charcoal bamboo, the dark color makes it more stain-resistant at the very least. With the option to choose between three different sizes, it can fit kids from 35-100 lbs.

The stretchy tabs on the side can snap on and off, depending on how old your child is. The flexible elastics make it easy to turn the Happy Endings Kid's into a pull-up style diaper to use once kids are starting to potty train. It is also possible to unsnap the tabs and use this as a standard diaper, although you will only have one adjustment option. When used in this way, the waist opening is small enough to fit younger babies, but with elastic on both the front and back sides, it is a bit more flexible. There are three snap positions for the rise, which makes it suitable for kids of various ages.

There is a double gusset on the cover, as well as a single gusset built into the insert. The triple protection helps keep in messes of any size, making it a favorite for overnight use as well. The absorbency of the Happy Endings Kid's was one of the best in the bunch. We feel that this diaper can handle an average amount of liquid without batting an eye. With the extra stuffable pocket, we would be confident using it for heavy wetters or older children.

Dislikes

This diaper, while highly absorbent, is quite bulky. We understand that we can't have the superabsorbent properties without it, so we don't mind the bulk so much. Also, being designed to fit older kids, the shape is quite long and narrow. A fit like this is good once your child begins to get long and thin, as toddlers do. However, it can seem a bit awkward on smaller babies, even with the rise adjusted to the smallest setting.

This Happy Endings diaper has one of the thickest inserts of all the diapers tested. The multiple layers add to the bulk, and can also make it a bit difficult to get all the way clean. Some users complain about the insert still smelling like urine even after washing. Keeping this in mind, we want to emphasize the importance of following a proper washing routine, using the right amount of detergent, and washing your diapers frequently.

Conclusion