It can take some trial and error to find the right overnight diaper for your baby. When analyzing overnight diapers, we considered absorbency, fit, and cost. All diapers should be absorbent and leakproof, but with overnight diapers the expectation is that they will hold more liquid for an extended period. Another important factor is fit. Overnight diapers should fit the baby comfortably, but also snugly in order to prevent leakage. The cost of overnight diapers is typically higher than regular diapers, so these superabsorbent diapers can be reserved for use during baby’s nighttime and nap time for extended protection. We reviewed overnight diapers from the top brands with these features in mind. Based on our reviews, these are the best overnight diapers on the market today. Thanks to a color-changing wetness indicator, you can tell when it’s time for a change without waking the baby. Hypoallergenic and fragrance-free, Huggies Overnites start at size 3, so they fit infants weighing 16 pounds and up. Price at time of publication: $50 Price at time of publication: $62 Price at time of publication: $28 If a subscription isn’t for you, these eco-friendly options can also be purchased in a stand-alone order. Parent reviewers find they are very absorbent and sizing runs large. Since the sizing is different from other diaper companies, try a smaller order before you stock up in bulk. Price at time of publication: $100 Available in sizes Extra Small to Extra Large, these feature cute printed patterns that will appeal to kids. Choose from Girls or Boys styles, the difference is not only in the underwear pattern but in where the extra absorbency pads are, so they soak up the most wetness. Price at time of publication: $30 To change diapers, simply swap the diaper for a fresh one and reuse the waterproof cover. The standard size fits babies weighing 10 to 35 pounds, and there’s a newborn version made just for babies weighing 5 to 12 pounds. Price at time of publication: $25 Simply stick the mat over your child’s sheet and your kiddo will sleep on the mat instead of the sheet. If there’s an accident, simply pull up the mat, change your child, and go back to sleep without loads of extra laundry and middle-of-the-night bedding changes. Price at time of publication: $44 If you find these pads moving around, they are sold with or without an adhesive back to provide a bit more security in the diaper. When changing a diaper, simply throw the pad out with the wet diaper. Price at time of publication: $38 Finding the right overnight diapers for your little one may take some trial and error. Consider how often your child is drinking water before bed or speak to your child’s doctor about any of your concerns if leakage doesn’t stop.
Fit
Overnight diapers should fit snugly on your baby’s body to prevent any leakage. Boys and girls urinate in different places in their diapers, and your child’s sleeping position will also impact where the diaper gets wet. You may need to position the diaper’s exact fit for your child. If a diaper is too big for your baby, they may leak more throughout the night. However, if the diaper is too tight, your baby will likely feel uncomfortable and may not sleep well. Check the sizing recommendations from the manufacturer, but also look at reviews. This will give you an idea of what diapers other parents and caregivers had to size up or down on.
Cost
Overnight diapers are slightly more expensive than everyday diapers. Use them at night time (and nap time if necessary) to avoid wasting them during the day. While buying in bulk can save money, try before you buy a bunch, and remember your kiddo will grow quickly. Also, consider disposables versus reusables when it comes to cost. If you’re wanting to stay budget-friendly, use only at night time or switch to cloth diapers at night. The up front cost may be more for cloth diapers, but over the long run you’ll actually save money. Some parents and caregivers may want to switch to cloth diapers during the day and stick to overnight disposables at night.
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Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of an 11-year-old son, an 8-year-old son, and a 4-year old daughter. Right now, Maya’s still got one child in overnight diapers. She can’t wait for the day when diapers are out of her budget and off her shopping list since it’s been a long 11 years of diaper buying. While you can still use regular diapers overnight, you risk the possibility of leakage or an accident occurring. Because overnight diapers are extra absorbent, children may feel less wet than with a regular diaper and will go back to sleep or sleep through the night. If your child is used to underwear during the day, they may push back on overnight diapers during the night. Bedtime underwear, like Pull-Ups or GoodNites, is the perfect combination of pull-on style diapers that will still absorb wetness.
