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Nappy materials - reusable nappies
By Kimberley Smith on 17/11/2010 16:26:14
Reusable nappies can be made with cotton, polyester or bamboo amongst others. Which you choose could depend on your baby's skin, drying times or cost
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
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Reusable nappies - your ultimate guide to real cloth nappies
By Kimberley Smith on 08/11/2010 16:55:22
Reusable or "real" nappies take a bit more effort to get to grips with but some mums find them more economical and the cloth softer on their baby's bottom. Plus you're reducing the amount of waste going into landfill
the choice in cloth nappies is huge and growing, with nappies made from all kinds of materials ranging from bamboo to polyester, each with their own advantages and drawbacks.If you haven't made a choice yet, check out our pros and cons comparison of reusable
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Guide to changing a shaped nappy
By Kimberley Smith on 11/11/2010 17:04:56
How to change a shaped reusable nappy
Shaped nappiesShaped nappies look really comfy and are - as the name suggests - ready shaped for your baby. This means they often fit better than other styles. Inside is soft and absorbant layer which is stitched into the nappy. Some brands also
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Guide to changing a pocket nappy
By Kimberley Smith on 11/11/2010 16:00:22
How to change a pocket reusable nappy
Pocket nappiesPocket nappies are a versatile choice as you pad them out with absorbent materials and can decide how thick to make them - perhaps thinner during the day with extra stuffing at night. They come in two separate sections - an inner
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Guide to nappies - how to pick the perfect nappy
By Kimberley Smith on 08/11/2010 14:56:52
Reusable, disposable or eco? How to choose which nappy right for your baby
include your baby's poo, nappy rash, time constraints, cost and space so check out how each nappy shapes up with our pros and cons.Discover the truth about real nappies in our ultimate guide to reusables.Plus you can find out how to change a nappy
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Nappi Nippas for cloth nappies
By Monica Stylli on 02/11/2006 09:39:34
Pin-free grips to keep real nappies in place!
costs £1.70 and they are available in a range of colours.For more information on the Nappi Nippas range and stockists, visit www.nappinippas.co.uk.
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Dolly Tots
By Laura Lee Davies on 15/01/2008 01:20:47
Be ultra-green and give your child reusable nappies for her dolly!
reusable nappy suitable for small children to use with their toy dolls!Dolly Tots real nappies for greener playtimesMade from the same grade of material as proper Tots Bots reusable cloth nappies, Dolly Tots fit most brands of doll, fastening with Aplix
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Types of reusable nappy
By Kimberley Smith on 08/11/2010 18:03:08
Nappy designs vary but there are four main styles of reusable nappy. Pre-folds, pockets, all-in-ones and shaped nappies all have unique benefits and drawbacks. See which appeals to you
if you're planning on shelling out on a birth-to-potty set.1. Pre-foldsPrefold nappies are ones that you need to fold before use. These can be the traditional terry squares or other absorbany inner materials that fold into a waterproof outer layer
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Disposable, reusable or eco? Nappy pros and cons
By Kimberley Smith on 06/11/2010 01:52:42
Waste not or wash not? The pros and cons of the three nappy styles
and can be kinder to your baby’s skin. They can be made of different materials so if one irritated, there are others you can try. Space. As you wash and reuse the nappies, they don’t take up as much space as disposables.Easy to use. Modem reusables
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Buyer's Guide to Cloth Nappies
By Maria Muennich on 27/02/2009 01:52:40
What's on offer and what to look out for when buying reusable cloth nappies.
natural fibre such as muslin.The absorbent coreSelf-explanatory really, the absorbent part of the nappy soaks up the pee and comes in all kinds of materials with different capabilities in terms of absorbency, bulk and drying time.The waterproof cover
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