Your Mama Likes the Bambino Mio All-in-One Swimsuit

Swim diapers are a huge waste of trash/plastic/resources.  They are completely non-absorbent, instead serving only as a barrier between the poop and a public health issue.  Since I’ve been cloth diapering since day 1, they’re generally frowned upon in our household.  We usually go with a simple diaper cover under a normal bathing suit unless some sort of swim lesson or public pool requires otherwise.

When Bambino Mio introduced their new swimsuit with a built-in swim diaper, I knew I’d love it.  They sent me a green one to try with Piper, and it was so easy and cute – I’d definitely recommend it for its versatility and environmental friendliness.

The fabric choices are limited, and I really wasn’t in love with either the red or the green, but the style is cute with a little skirt.  Very girlie.  The fit was a little off – Piper is tall and chunky, and the suit was short and even chunkier – but not enough that the benefit of the built-in diaper didn’t outweigh.

It was so easy to just slip the entire suit on and off – no messing with disgusting slimy swim diapers.  Now, I have to say that we got lucky the few times P has worn this suit – she hasn’t poo’d in it yet.  But, the waterproof lining and tight waist and thigh elastic looks like it’ll hold up to an explosion if it had to.  I only wish Bambino Mio started making this suit when she was younger as the sizing only runs up to 27lbs – and Piper is now outgrown the suit (these photos were taken just one month ago, when she was on that cusp).

The suit is available in a lime-ish green and red fish print, both with a little skirt, at Bambino Mio.  And, if you’re into the cloth diapering thing but don’t have a little girl, they also sell cloth swim diapers to use under a normal bathing suit.  These diapers will meet any swim-diaper guidelines at public pools or swim schools.  I’d suggest getting two in case one is soiled while in use.

About the author:  Andi is a working mom of a toddler and 9-year-old stepson. She's a Florida-based Cheesehead with a passion for frosted animal crackers. Read more from this author.