We've used reusables for both ours, including the 12 months where they were both in nappies.
It really isn't a problem, even with 2 kids in them we were only doing a nappy wash every 3 days, now down to once every 4 or 5 days as we've only got 1 in nappies.
The bin in the bathroom doesn't smell if you cover the nappies with a damp, teatree soaked cloth. The liners flush away, the nappy gets a rinse. Job done.
Yes it takes a couple of seconds longer to do a change, but so what?
The only time we've had a problem is during teething when nappy rash got bad and we reverted to using NatureBaby compostable disposables.
As previously mentioned if a poo covered nappy bothers you then the nappy is the least of your problems! The only leakages we've had are from disposable nappies, we usually put a waterproof cover over them to stop it.
Our best discovery was Cheeky Wipes which are washable wipes that are head and shoulders better than any disposable. And you just chuck them in the nappy bin to be washed when you're done.
We've only used MotherEase onesize and they have been great with both a boy and a girl. They dry on radiators quickly or on the line. The bamboo version is also really good, especially when you want them to last for longer between changes.
Incidentally MrsLister is an agent on Babykind.co.uk so have a look there and order through us!
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And if you find they aren't for you don't beat yourselves up, and they'll sell second hand really easily.