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To be honest, I do not really like either of them. For Huggies, I have been using the Pure & Natural line. This is the line that they offer that is hypoallergenic with aloe and vitamin E. For Pamper, I have been using the Swaddlers Sensitive line. This is their hypoallergenic line. I have chosen to try these particular lines just to be on the safe side due to my own personal skin sensitivity.
I will start by discussing the Pampers because they were what was used in the hospital, although in the hospital they used the regular Swaddlers (which to be honest were much better than the Pampers that I will be talking about.) I have been using the newborn size. The box that I bought had 88 diapers in it for around $30. This comes out at about 34 cents per diaper.
The Swaddlers Senesitve have their good qualities and their bad. Starting with the positive: The line I use can be purchased in bulk. They have the wetness indicator line. They also have not caused Cote to have any kind of negative skin reaction. They have an interesting inside liner that does not seem to leak absorbency beads all over her, and I have had no leak problems. Finally, they conceal the potty smell well!
Sadly though, that is all the nice things I really have to say about these diapers. They are supposed to have the umbilical cord cutout, but they do not. The tabs on the side are too sticky, so they are hard to unfasten quickly. The leg holes are too small, and they cut into Cote's thighs. Due to the "breathability" quality, the diapers feel very thin. This feature causes the diapers to feel warm and wet when they are dirty. It is an unsettling feeling. All of these features together make me dislike this diaper!
In the Huggies, I have also been using the newborn size. These are purchased in packs of 30 for $12.99. This comes to about 43 cents per diaper, so already there is a down side to these diapers. They are more expensive and cannot be bought in bulk. I have also had problems with the absorbency beads sticking to Cote, and I have had one pretty bad lack while using Huggies. They also smell instantly of urine when they get wet.
However, the Huggies make up where the compared lack (and vice versa). For example, they have a great umbilical cord cutout. They fit Cote's body nicely. These diapers also have the wetness indicator and are very easy to get on and off. Cote has also not had any negative skin reaction to these diapers.
When compared, honestly I think that both brands have a lot of room for improvement. It seems as though you have to pick the qualities you like and decide because neither excel in the same areas. For that reason, I have to say that when forced to choose I choose Huggies. The fit around Cote's legs is my deciding factor. I cannot bear to see the red rings on her legs that the Pampers cause. I will probably try the Pampers again when she moves up in size just to see if there is any improvement.
For now, I’ll be sticking with the Pure & Natural.
Cross your fingers for no more leaks!!
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