Here at ThinkBaby we love a good re-usable nappy, and whilst some of the newer ones on the market can be fastened with poppers or velcro, the original Terry cloth ones cannot.One dad found this out the hard way and after years of stabbing himself

Nappies can be made from all sorts of different materials. Here are the most common ones and what the advantages and disadvantages are.CottonThe traditional nappy fabric, in the form of terry squares, cotton is still much used as the absorbent layer

What's in a nappy?You might not have realised, but when it comes to nappies, there's a choice to be made.Your baby will be wearing a nappy from birth until she's potty trained - the best part of three years! So choosing a type of nappy that works

Nappy basics What cloth nappy for me? When you're considering what cloth nappies to buy, bear in mind that the right style, fit and fabric are very individual matters - what works well for someone else may not be at all right for you and your baby

One of the factors which might put you off choosing reusable nappies is that they require care rather than the throw-away convenience of disposables. However, if you check out our nappy care feature, you'll see that it is possible to reuse

How to change a nappy Here's a skill you'll be an expert on soon...!Whatever nappy you're changing, you'll need these basics: • Somewhere warm and clean to change your baby•A changing mat or towel to lie your baby on•A fresh nappy•A bowl

Knowing how to change a nappy is one of your first lessons as a new parent.I remember the look on my partner's face when he returned from changing our son's first nappy. Quite unlike that special moment he was expecting, he was horrified

Reusable nappy preparationsAs long as you’re prepared, reusable nappies won’t cause you any more of a headache than a pile of dirty disposables.Real nappy accessoriesNappy nippas – the modern equivalent of a safety pin, this nifty product helps

Real nappy style - which reusable design?There are four main types of reusable nappy.Top Tip! If you're not sure, it's a good idea to have a go with several different nappy styles before you settle on a partiular one. This is especially recommended

All about nappies Nappy basics - here's where to start Nappy pros and cons - more info to help you choose between reusables and disposables How to change a nappy - disposables and reusable changing guides Ultimate guide to reusable