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September 16, 2010

Materials Used In Reusable Nappies – Are They Worth It?

Filed under: General — Tags: , , , — Jennifer @ 12:30 am

Having a baby urges you to do some readings and research on reusable cloth nappies. A lot of people choose cloth nappies not only because they want the best care for their little ones but also to protect the environment from further damage. Studying nappies both washable and disposable will give you enough information to help you decide which one is suitable for your baby.

Materials That Make Cloth Nappies

The reason that nappies are reusable is that they are made from washable, and often waterproof, materials.  PVC pilchers are not the only cloth nappies in the market because there are modern nappies being sold in stores. There are a wide range of breathable waterproof materials on the market today, including super soft FOE and PUL, as well as soft nylon. These types of nappies are available in several designs and colors which provides you with the most adorable and safest nappies.

There are many different reasons why parents choose cloth nappies. Washable fabrics that can be reused are great for the environment as well as the delicate skin of your little one. Natural materials such as cotton and hemp are absorbent and can be purchased in organic styles, so your baby is exposed to fewer chemicals.  Cloth nappies are one of the best ways to protect your little ones, as well as protecting the Earth.

Selecting Nappies

Some parents prefer disposable nappies because they believe that cloth nappies are difficult to use.  There are quite a few styles on the market, and to any new parent it can be difficult to find a style that works for your family. One resource you have is other parents, who have experience with cloth nappies. Reusable nappies have a large following all around the world, so look for online forums and communities to find valuable information to help you make the best decision.

Reusable cloth nappies have gone several improvements to make it more convenient to use, just like the modern nappies and other related products such as sprayers, aplix and wet bags. In fact, there is no need to immediately wash the nappies.  Your washable nappies can be placed in an empty bucket and just wash it when you have collected enough load for the machine, provided you have removed all the solid waste from the nappies. Then, just wash and dry and your nappies are ready to be worn again.

Are Cloth Nappies Really Easy?

Reusable cloth nappies are convenient to use and require simple maintenance procedure.  You can save up to 20 dollars a week just by using washable nappies. Cloth nappies are similar to disposable because your baby can wear it at any place and at any time.  You can take your savings and have a family picnic at the park, or go to the zoo.

When you choose cloth, you are giving your baby the best nappies.  Reusable nappies are safe for baby’s skin, since they don’t have any extra chemicals that can cause issues.  You are saving the planet, cutting your expenses and giving the best care and comfort to your little one when you use cloth nappies.

August 21, 2010

Materials Used In Reusable Nappies – Are They Worth It?

Filed under: General — Tags: , , , — Jennifer @ 6:54 pm

Having a baby urges you to do some readings and research on reusable cloth nappies. A lot of people choose cloth nappies not only because they want the best care for their little ones but also to protect the environment from further damage. Studying nappies both washable and disposable will give you enough information to help you decide which one is suitable for your baby.

Materials That Make Cloth Nappies

The reason that nappies are reusable is that they are made from washable, and often waterproof, materials.  PVC pilchers are not the only cloth nappies in the market because there are modern nappies being sold in stores. There are a wide range of breathable waterproof materials on the market today, including super soft FOE and PUL, as well as soft nylon. These types of nappies are available in several designs and colors which provides you with the most adorable and safest nappies.

There are many different reasons why parents choose cloth nappies. Washable fabrics that can be reused are great for the environment as well as the delicate skin of your little one. Natural materials such as cotton and hemp are absorbent and can be purchased in organic styles, so your baby is exposed to fewer chemicals.  Cloth nappies are one of the best ways to protect your little ones, as well as protecting the Earth.

Selecting Nappies

Some parents prefer disposable nappies because they believe that cloth nappies are difficult to use.  There are quite a few styles on the market, and to any new parent it can be difficult to find a style that works for your family. One resource you have is other parents, who have experience with cloth nappies. Reusable nappies have a large following all around the world, so look for online forums and communities to find valuable information to help you make the best decision.

Reusable cloth nappies have gone several improvements to make it more convenient to use, just like the modern nappies and other related products such as sprayers, aplix and wet bags. In fact, there is no need to immediately wash the nappies.  Your washable nappies can be placed in an empty bucket and just wash it when you have collected enough load for the machine, provided you have removed all the solid waste from the nappies. Then, just wash and dry and your nappies are ready to be worn again.

Are Cloth Nappies Really Easy?

Reusable cloth nappies are convenient to use and require simple maintenance procedure.  You can save up to 20 dollars a week just by using washable nappies. Cloth nappies are similar to disposable because your baby can wear it at any place and at any time.  You can take your savings and have a family picnic at the park, or go to the zoo.

When you choose cloth, you are giving your baby the best nappies.  Reusable nappies are safe for baby’s skin, since they don’t have any extra chemicals that can cause issues.  You are saving the planet, cutting your expenses and giving the best care and comfort to your little one when you use cloth nappies.

June 10, 2009

12 Cloth Diapers Questions You Have Always Wanted To Ask

Filed under: General — Tags: , , , , , , — Jennifer @ 5:04 am

Cloth diapers (also known as reusable nappies, washable nappies and cloth nappies) are much easier to use than you think. Here are answers to some common questions about using cloth diapers.

What do I do at change time?

If the diaper is wet, all you need to do is take it off, throw the liner away (if disposable) and place the diaper with the reusable liner in your diaper bucket instead of in the bin.

If the diaper is dirty, the poo can be thrown away down the loo (far more hygienic than putting it in the dustbin) and the diaper placed in the bucket.

Liquid poo can be washed off by holding the diaper under the flush of the loo before being dealt with in your normal way.

Are they difficult to put on?

No, not at all.Shaped diapers or all-in-ones are the simplest to use and need no folding - simply place them on just as you would a disposable.  Flat or terry diapers do need to be folded but the fantastic invention of the Nappi Nippa means that you don’t have to use a pin.

Will our house smell?

Only if you leave loads of dirty diapers hanging around for days.Just think about how your bin smells with a couple day’s worth of dirty disposable diapers in it, with real diapers, solids are flushed down the lavatory immediately, so you won’t have from this problem.If you like, you can place a few drops of essential oil on a cloth that you keep on the top of the bucket.

Will I have to do lots of washing?

All families have lots of washing, so to include a few diapers isn’t really that much extra work.When you are ready to do a normal wash, simply take the diapers out of the bucket and place them in the washing machine, it is as easy as that.

Putting diapers into a modern washing machine with its fast spin is a far cry from putting them through the twin tub and mangle that your mother may have had.

Diapers can be washed at 60 degrees and some people even use 40 degrees with the odd hotter wash to keep the stains at bay.

The best way to dry diapers is on the line with the rest of your clothes (or on a radiator during the winter) but I do fluff them by placing them in the tumble dryer for 10 mins with the bath towels after taking them off the clothes line.

Will I get dirty putting them in the washing machine?

No.The poo will have been disposed of, so you are only dealing with a small amount of wee.If you wet pail (see below) you can use a mesh type bag to store the diapers in, so you just need to pick that up and put it in the machine.  Dry pailing is even easier to do.

What is the meaning of ‘pailing’?

Basically, storing used diapers in a bucket.Wet pailing involves putting the diapers into a water and diaper soak solution or similar or just plain water.

Dry pailing is very simple - just drop the used diaper into the bucket and replace the lid.

Won’t all the washing powders harm the environment?

Yes and no. Yes to the extent  that all detergents cause some damage (this can be limited by using non-bio or eco-friendly products) but no to the extent that this is still much better than using disposable diapers.

Will I have to change diapers more often?

Not especially.Guidelines state that you should be changing your baby’s diaper every 4 hours in the daytime (more often for new borns), so this remains the same.

Will my baby get diaper rash?

Diaper rash is caused by bacteria in the poo reacting with the ammonia in wee.The best way to stop diaper rash is to change often (every 4 hours or so) and allow fresh air access the diaper area.

The gel core in disposable diapers encourages parents to change less frequently and their design prevents air from circulating.Most designs of real diapers are breathable, which allows air to circulate, resulting in a healthier bottom.

What if I go out for the day?

Many parents use real diapers even when they go out and just take a slightly larger bag with them. Other parents have a stock of eco-disposables to use for day trips or when they go away.

What about overnight?

Again, some people use eco-disposables during the night or add a booster pad to the cloth diaper.

Will they leak?

Not if they fit well.  A well fitting real diaper with wrap if appropriate is no more likely to leak than a disposable.We advise that you try a sample kit to make sure you buy the right diaper for your baby.

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