Newborn UNO Cloth Diapers by SuperBottoms

The SuperBottoms Newborn UNO is a reusable, washable cloth diaper designed specifically for newborn babies from birth to 3 months old, fitting weights between 2.5 kg and 7 kg. It is made from 100% organic cotton and is India's first CPSIA tested and certified cloth diaper, free from harmful chemicals, including Phthalates and Lead.

Each Newborn UNO consists of two components: a multi-size waterproof outer shell made from TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) fabric, and a Dry Feel Pad made from GOTS-certified organic cotton with a SuperDryFeel layer of microfleece on top that keeps the baby's skin feeling dry even while the pad absorbs moisture. The outer shell uses Velcro closure for easy adjustments, allowing the same diaper to fit a newborn from day one through 3 months old.

Each diaper absorbs up to 4 to 5 pees and is washable and reusable 300 or more times. The collection includes single units in a wide range of prints, packs of 2, 3, and 4, a Newborn UNO Starter Kit, combo packs paired with DryFeel Langots or XtraHydrating Wipes, and a Newborn Essentials Kit. SuperBottoms also offers a "Use and Return" trial policy on this product. Parents can try the diaper and return it within 15 days for a full refund if it does not meet their expectations.

What Makes the Newborn UNO Different?

1. GOTS-certified organic cotton Dry Feel Pad — The insert that sits inside the diaper and absorbs urine is made from GOTS-certified organic cotton. GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is an internationally recognised certification for organic fibres, confirming the cotton is grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or harmful chemical finishes.
2. SuperDryFeel microfleece layer — The top surface of the Dry Feel Pad uses microfleece fabric, which wicks moisture downward and away from the baby's skin. This keeps the baby's bum feeling dry between changes even after urination.
3. TPU waterproof outer shell — The outer shell is made from TPU fabric, which provides complete waterproofing without the use of PVC or phthalate-containing materials. This is distinct from PUL (polyurethane laminate) and is a material choice made specifically for safety.
4. Velcro closure for newborn sizing — Unlike snap-based diapers that require precise placement, the Velcro closure on the Newborn UNO allows for smooth, stepless adjustment — particularly useful for the first weeks when newborns change weight quickly and need frequent fit adjustments.
5. Absorbs 4 to 5 pees — The organic cotton Dry Feel Pad is designed to hold multiple urinations before requiring a change, making it practical for both daytime and overnight newborn use.
6. Fits 2.5 kg to 7 kg, from day one — The adjustable Velcro outer fits babies from birth (as small as 2.5 kg) through approximately 3 months old. Once the baby outgrows the Newborn UNO, parents transition to the Freesize UNO, which fits 3 kg to 17 kg.
7. Reusable 300+ times — Each diaper can be washed and reused over 300 times, significantly reducing both ongoing diapering costs and waste compared to disposables.
8. CPSIA certified, India's first — SuperBottoms is India's first CPSIA tested and certified cloth diaper brand. CPSIA (Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act) certification involves testing for harmful substances including heavy metals, phthalates, and other substances of concern in children's products.
9. Free from harmful chemicals — Unlike some disposable diapers, the Newborn UNO does not contain Phthalates or Lead. The organic cotton construction and CPSIA certification together provide a verifiable safety foundation.
10. Soft minky outer — The outer shell fabric has a soft minky texture on the side that faces away from the baby, contributing to the overall comfort and aesthetics of the diaper.

Who Is the Newborn UNO Designed For?

1. Newborns from birth to 3 months (2.5 kg to 7 kg) — This is the precise fit range for the Newborn UNO. The Velcro adjustment system allows the diaper to be worn from the very first day of a baby's life, making it a true from-birth option for parents who want to start cloth diapering immediately.
2. Parents who want organic, chemical-free diapering from day one — The GOTS-certified organic cotton pad and CPSIA certification directly address the concern many new parents have about chemical exposure in products touching their newborn's most sensitive skin. The Newborn UNO is designed specifically for parents who want a verifiably safe cloth diapering option from birth.
3. Parents new to cloth diapering — The Newborn UNO Starter Kit and the "Use and Return" trial policy lower the barrier to trying cloth diapers for the first time. The 15-day no-risk trial policy is a meaningful commitment from SuperBottoms that the product will perform as described. New parents can also compare all SuperBottoms cloth diaper options before deciding.
4. Parents looking for a newborn-specific cloth diaper — Standard "freesize" cloth diapers are often too large and bulky for babies under 3 kg or 3 months old. The Newborn UNO is purpose-built for this stage with appropriate sizing, a Velcro closure system suited to frequent newborn changes, and a Dry Feel Pad sized for a newborn's smaller frame.
5. Eco-conscious parents — The 300+ reuse lifespan means each Newborn UNO replaces hundreds of disposable diapers. Paired with GOTS-certified organic cotton, this diaper is positioned as a high-integrity sustainability choice from the very start of a child's life.

When and How to Use the Newborn UNO

1. From birth through 3 months — The Newborn UNO is designed for full-time use during the newborn phase, both daytime and overnight.
2. Overnight use — The 4 to 5 pee absorbency capacity means the Newborn UNO can handle overnight diapering for a newborn without needing a change mid-sleep.
3. How to put it on: Place the Dry Feel Pad on the inside of the waterproof outer. Adjust the Velcro straps for a snug but comfortable fit around the baby. Ensure the fit is secure at the waist and legs without being too tight.
4. Washing: Rinse the diaper under running water with detergent to remove pee or poop. Then add it to a regular laundry wash. No special treatment or soaking is required. Machine washing is supported. See the wash and care guide for newborn diapers for detailed steps.
5. Transitioning out of Newborn UNO: Once the baby outgrows the Newborn UNO (typically around 3 months or 7 kg), the next step is the Freesize UNO Cloth Diaper, which fits from 3 kg to 17 kg and covers the remainder of the active diapering period.

Why Do Parents Choose SuperBottoms for Newborn Diapering?

SuperBottoms built the Newborn UNO in response to a real gap in the Indian cloth diapering market: a reusable, organic cloth diaper that fits from birth and is backed by verifiable safety certifications. The two most important facts a parent needs to feel confident about a newborn diaper are safety and fit, and the Newborn UNO is designed to deliver both.

1. CPSIA certification is externally verified — India's first CPSIA certified cloth diaper brand is not a self-declared claim. CPSIA testing involves independent laboratory assessment against defined limits for harmful substances. For parents who want confidence about what is in their newborn's diaper, this is the relevant standard.
2. GOTS organic cotton is a global certification — GOTS certification requires the entire supply chain from fibre to finished product to meet defined organic and processing standards. Calling a fabric "organic" without GOTS or an equivalent certification is an unverifiable claim. The Newborn UNO uses GOTS-certified organic cotton specifically. Read more about why organic cotton matters in cloth diapers.
3. The trial policy removes the risk of trying — The "Use and Return" 15-day trial policy is an unusual but meaningful commitment. It allows parents who are unsure about cloth diapering to try the Newborn UNO on a real newborn, in real conditions, with no financial risk if it does not work as expected.
4. Freesize UNO ecosystem continuity — Starting with the Newborn UNO creates a seamless continuation into the Freesize UNO at 3 months. Both products use the same SuperDryFeel technology, organic cotton inserts, and waterproof outer logic. Parents who learn the system with the Newborn UNO have no learning curve when they transition.

Addressing Common Concerns About Newborn Cloth Diapering

1. "Is a newborn too small for a cloth diaper?"
No. The Newborn UNO is specifically sized for babies from 2.5 kg, which covers most full-term newborns from birth. The Velcro closure provides fine-grained adjustment that snap-based systems cannot, making it particularly well suited to the rapid weight changes of the first weeks.

2. "Will a cloth diaper cause rashes on newborn skin?"
The Newborn UNO is designed with rash prevention as a core objective. The SuperDryFeel microfleece layer keeps moisture away from the baby's skin, the organic cotton insert avoids synthetic fibres next to the skin, and the absence of Phthalates and Lead removes two specific categories of irritants associated with diaper rashes from some disposable products. Learn more about how cloth diapers help prevent diaper rash.

3. "Does the diaper work for meconium (the early dark newborn poop)?"
Placing a reusable Easy Clean Top Sheet (liner) inside the diaper makes cleanup of all newborn poop, including meconium, significantly simpler. The liner catches the solid waste, making the pad easy to clean.