Why Cloth Nappies?

More and more parents are turning to Cloth Nappies to save money as well as the environment.

Better for the Environment

• Millions of disposable nappies are thrown into landfill every day releasing methane gases as they do so.
• Latest environmental reports confirm that reusable nappies are up to 40 per cent better for the environment than disposables.

Cloth Nappies are Cheaper

• By using reusable nappies even 50% of the time parents can save money. On average by using reusable nappies the Women's Environmental Networks has calculated you can save up to £600 for your first baby.
• Save even more by continuing to use cloth nappies on a second child.

Potty Train Earlier

• The average age at which toddlers potty train has risen from two years old in the 1970s (when disposables first appeared) to nearly three years old. Disposables are so absorbent that toddlers do not feel the sensation of being wet therefore, they find it much harder to potty train.

Better for Bottoms

• Research shows that using disposable nappies can reduce the risk of nappy rash (Mullen,2005)

Reusable Nappies Deliver

• Cloth nappies deliver natural containment and absorbency with the comfort and convenience of a disposable nappy.

It’s Fashionable

• Cloth nappies are becoming more popular among new parents. Modern reusable’s are easy to use and are made from soft natural materials and nappy covers are available in stylish prints.
• They are shaped and tailored for a better fit offering baby maximum comfort. Pins have been replaced by Velcro style fastenings and popper fastenings.

Modern reusable nappies are as convenient to use as disposable nappies, can save you money, are better for the planet and are kind to little bottoms!

To buy, please go to our Cloth Nappies section.

Council Schemes & Incentives

Some local councils run 'incentive' schemes to encourage people to use cloth nappies. You might get a reduction in the cost of a laundry service, a pack of trial nappies or money back once you've purchased nappies.

Please contact your local council and ask about real nappy schemes.