Wanted: Reusable Nappies (& info about them)

[toomuchchocolate]

I am looking to try reusable nappies this time around and am looking for information and recommendations (positive and negative). Also looking to buy the nappies themselves so if you have any that you'd like to hand on / sell on then please do make contact.

Thank you in advance.

[elisamoret]

Hi I?ve got 25 number of reusable nappies all white brand tots bots. Txt me 07523168800 if interested

[Alx]

Southwark provides a starter re usable nappy pack - may be worth applying for as you can try various brands

https://www.southwark.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/reduce-your-waste/use-real-nappies

[RouxRussell]

Hi,

We use Flip nappies by Bumgenius and I highly recommend this system. I was a bit bamboozled by the various types and trialled a few before settling on Flip ones. I have found this system works really well for us as we are short on storage and drying space and they aren't too bulky for the baby. Essentially you have a nappy wrap with an insert (staydry inserts during the day and organic cotton with booster at night). I add a hemp or bamboo booster during the day if I need the nappy to last longer. I have sourced nearly everything via Ebay at very good prices too. They do really nice limited edition patterns for their wraps too.

I also recommend looking at Cheeky Wipes for washable wipes. I use their box to store them, add a few drops of tea and boiled water.

One big positive aside from the sustainable and economical benefits is that you don't run out of nappies or wipes - as long as you do the wash :) I enjoy laundry so that hasn't been an issue but could be a negative. Another big positive is that washable nappies are fantastic for containment when babies aren't yet on solids. I only ever had a big poo explosion when we used a disposable.

As we have a small bathroom I opted for nappy laundry bags by Planetwise rather than a nappy bin. They have been washed countless times and their colours have still not faded.

Do let me know if you have any questions.

[toomuchchocolate]

Thanks Alx. I didn't know SOuthwark did this so will definitely apply for their starter pack.

[toomuchchocolate]

elisamoret - i've PM'd you

[indya]

PMd you