Side Snap Vs Front Snap?

[Sonneva]

What's the difference between a side snapping fitted diaper vs a front snapping one? Pros/cons of each? Or does it really matter?

[Perdita_in_Ontario]

It seems like most side-snapping diapers tend to be trimmer than front snaps. Less overlapping fabric I guess.

My only concern with side-snapping diapers is they look like they might be uncomfortable to sleep in if the baby/toddler is on their side - my DD is a real side-sleeper. I would think most of the diapers are too trim to be overnight diapers, but for naps, etc, maybe? I have no evidence for this though.

I also found them a bit fiddlier to put on - but not much.

[abigail_b]

I agree that side snapping diapers are usually trimmer. Also, they work really well for getting a good fit on children that have a skinny waist but chunky thighs. I have found that many people say they are a little bit more confusing to snap than front snapping, but for some reason I always found the opposite to be true. I had a much easier time with the side snapping...maybe because it is less snaps?

[rightkindofme]

I love the side snaps because they are easiest for standing diaper changes.

Most of the front snap ones I have are more adjustable though. If she gets much bigger (before potty training) I will appreciate that a lot.

[kickinitbabystyle]

I much prefer side snaps to front snaps. They are trimmer, and I think they look 'clean and neat' compared to having a line of snaps in front. PLUS, they can be used as trainers when PL time comes . A great investment!

[chely7425]

I have been wondering about this too... are there any good side snapping pockets or fitteds out there that you guys recommend trying?

[peachsara]

My DD is a side snapping girl all the way. With front snaps, we just can't get a good fit - either we have bad wing droop, or gaps. She tends to need different adjustments for belly and thighs, and side snaps are so super adjustable for different babies' body types.

[peachsara]

Originally Posted by chely7425

I have been wondering about this too... are there any good side snapping pockets or fitteds out there that you guys recommend trying?

My favorite side snapping pockets are Knickernappies (they even have OS ones now). My favorite ss fitteds usually come from Hyena Cart - Blackbird Lane was my favorite (don't make those anymore ) but I really like Arabesque baby as well. Dream-eze also has a pretty absorbant organic cotton fitted.

[kickinitbabystyle]

Originally Posted by chely7425

I have been wondering about this too... are there any good side snapping pockets or fitteds out there that you guys recommend trying?

I am very into my babykicks organic fitted right now. It is side snapping, which I prefer, and I also love the natural fibers. I was lucky to pick one up @ a local shop to try (they don't technically come out until next month)... But it is by far my favorite. It is the trimmest and most absorbant of everything in my stash, which includes all the big names and then some. I stuff it with 2 joeybunz, and didn't even need a cover.

[alegna]

For us it's fit. Front fasten diapers have never fit my kids right.

-Angela

[CrunchyChristianMama]

I love the swaddlebee's side snapping diapers. They fit so well on my skinny daughter.