Six things every parent should know about cloth nappies

Thinking about giving cloth nappies a go but still a little unsure? With our Nappuccino coming up, we thought we'd chat real nappies.

Eva used washables with her own children when they were babies and spends a lot of time thinking about cloth here at Born. She's even written "The Real Nappy Guide" used by councils across the country. So, we'd say she knows a thing or two!

When we asked her to tell us what every parent considering cloth nappies needed to know, she came up with these six golden points:

"1. Changing cloth nappies is easy

They have moved on leaps and bounds from the old-style terry squares, pins and PVC pants that were used a generation ago.

Modern real nappies are fastened with Velcro or poppers, or are shaped so no folding is required and waterproof covers are polyester and breathable.

They can be made from a variety of fabrics including cotton, ultra-absorbent bamboo and hemp or fast drying microfibre.

2. Cloth nappies will save you money (even if you only use them part time!)

On average, you will save £600 using washables over disposable nappies. That's just with the first child. The more children you have that use the nappies, the more you save.

3. Cloth nappies are stylish

There are so many trendy designs of nappies that, nowadays, they are a fashion statement. Brands like itti bitti are sought after for their bright colours, prints and cuddle factor.



 5. A few extra bits can make cloth nappies even easier

There are three parts to a real nappy, 1. The outer waterproof but breathable wrap, 2. the inner absorbent part and 3. the paper liner, usually made from strong but flushable paper.

The only other bits you might need are a nappy bucket and net, and a waterproof bag to store your wet nappies in when out.

 6. Washing cloth nappies is a breeze

Throw away or flush the paper nappy liner. Wet or soiled nappies get stored in a bucket with a lid and transferred to the washing machine for a rinse and spin to flush out the wee. Then put in other whites and wash on a 40 or 60 degree cotton wash. No need to boil!

Those are a few of the really important bits I've picked up along the way!

Love, Eva."



All our nappies are extensively tested by mums and babies who tell us what they really think, so we just know that you'll find something in our selection that suits both your budget and your lifestyle.

Come and meet other cloth nappy mums at our Nappuccinno. It hits our Bristol store on Thursday 14th October, 11.30-1.30. Bring your friends, grab a coffee and ask your hardest nappy questions. You'll meet Andrea from itti bitti and leave with a gorgeous free wet nappy bag, special offers and a couple of hours well-spent.

See our Nappuccino Facebook event for more details.