What comes in the packages ("absorbant liners") are just liners meant to add absorbancy to a diaper. Those come in packages or seperatly on the diaper pages.

Then there's the "Snap-in Dry liner" sold on the same page as the One-Size diapers and "Absorbent Liner Dry" sold on the same page as the Sandy's diapers. Those are an absorbant liner with a stay-dry polyester fabric sewn on top. They offer both added absorbancy and help keep baby's skin dry.

Then in the Accesories section there are "Stay-dry liners". These offer no additional absorbancy, they're strictly meant to help keep baby's skin dryer. They're larger than all other liners in order for you to fold to the size you need (depending on the size of the diaper for example).

And just to second what the pp said, the One-Size do indeed look very big and you'll definetly find them bulky in comparison to disposables (and the smaller Sandy's). But they absolutly work perfectly and your baby won't even notice the bulk! We even have a poster here who used hers on her 6.5lb baby with no problems!

HTH,
Karen.

Ok, first things first. Yes, 22 diapers should be good. Figure it this way, typically a baby will go through 6-10 diapers per day (10 for a newborn, 6 for an older toddler). Of course this is an average, it may differ but it's a good base. Using that figure, think about how often you want to wash (keeping in mind that it's best not to go past 3-4 days and also how many will fit in your washer). Also keep in mind how many diapers you'll need to use while the dirty ones are washing & drying (think about wether you'll be line-drying or not, allow a few more if you are since it takes a little longer).

Ok, for liners... Personally I think that half the amount of liners per diaper is actually too much. Either that or it's not enough... I know, confusing aren't I? Thing is, at the beginning it'll surely be wayyy too many. Newborns get changed so often that they almost never need extra absorbancy in their diapers. Once your little one has stopped pooping at night then you can start thinking about not changing during the night. Hence the need to boost the absorbancy. The vast majority of babies only ever need liners in nighttime diapers (possibly naps if they take really long naps). Some heavy wetting toddlers do end up needing a liner in each One-Size but that's the exception and would be even rarer for it to happen before a year...

If you're just looking at setting yourself up for a year (and then perhaps could add to your stash if necessary) then I think it's pretty safe to assume you'll only be needing liners for nighttime so 12 is more than enough. If you're buying individually I'd consider getting even a few less but if you buy a package the savings are enough that it's worth just getting what's in the package.

As for the stay-dry thing... When people use it depends. Most people use it for nighttime to help keep baby comfy all night long. But others like the stay-dry feature all the time so it's really up to you. So, yes, I'd say most people layer the stay-dry liner on top of an extra absorbancy liner. And yes, a Snap-In Dry liner functions the same way that an 'absorbent liner' + 'stay-dry liner' on top does. Wether you want them seperate or together is up to you. Some prefer to have as few 'pieces' as possible so like them sewn together. But then seperatly has advantages as well. It allows you to use the stay-dry feature whenever you want without necessarily absolutly having to add absorbency. And conversely it would allow you to use a liner to boost the absorbency without having to have the stay-dry feature. Say your little one doesn't react well to polyester - rare but it happens, or you just want to keep the diaper as breathable as possible because of the heat. Or let's say you're nearing potty training and want your little one to feel the wetness but need a bit of a boost...

Personally I second the previous poster's recomendation of fleece. It's the least expensive and super easy to do as well. Just get yourself some cheap polyester fleece (not cotton fleece like for sweatshirts) and cut it to the size you need. If you're just using fleece it's easy and cheap enough that you could make one for each diaper so if you're so inclined so you could use one all the time (they also help prevent staining as well as make poopy diaper cleanup easier once the babe is on solids or formula). Which is another reason to go the seperate route, you could use the fleece liner for the anti-staining & easier poop cleanup without having to bulk up the diaper with an absorbant liner...

So, clear as mud?  Hope that helps, a lot to consider I know... Hope I haven't confused you too much more. Remember also that I'm sure you can get some type of supplies there if need be. Probably nothing as good as Mother-Ease but you'll most likely be able to find prefolds or flats that you could use as extra absorbency liners if need be. Heck, even a small hand towel or facecloth will work in a pinch!

Karen.