ah wipes...you know they seem like such an insignificant detail but I think the type of wipe makes ALL the difference.
For one ply, I prefer Kissaluvs Knit Terry Wipes. They are really high quality, soft, and they really do the job- easily get into all the little crevices and hold wipes solution well.
2-ply wipes are really soft, squishy and luxurious but I think they can't get into the little folds and creases as well, especially on a girl baby.
Swaddlebees wipes are just ok- the terry gets a little stiff and rough but again, this texture really absorbs a lot of wipes solution and grabs onto the poop. Some swaddlebees wipes come with sherpa which I like a lot better, but there's no guarantees what kind of fabric you are going to get.
I would say do NOT get the Thirsties wipes...the velour and microfleece seems to repel wipes solution and doesn't grab onto the poop at all, just kind of schmears it around.
It seems easier to just make your own wipes with a bunch of soft bamboo terry and some pinking shears. That's what I would do if I have to get wipes again.
Oh, regarding wipes solution, I'm sure plain water is OK but I like to have some aromatherapy! SO I use lavender booty cubes and honey chunks and as an added bonus I store the bags of soap cubes in the dresser drawers so they scent all of DDs clothing.
One final thing, I found that a trigger spray bottle didn't work as well as a pump-type bottle used for hand soap, dish soap, etc. I like getting the wipes pretty wet in a small area rather than sort of damp all over. hth!
