Real nappy roadshow in Bridport

NEW parents discovered the benefits of ditching disposable nappies and using the real thing when the Dorset Waste Partnership visited Bridport last week.


To celebrate Real Nappy Week recycling officers took their roadshow to Bridport, on Wednesday morning, to raise awareness of how parents can save money and help the environment by swapping to machine washable nappies.
Modern reusable nappies are shaped, have biodegradable liners, use modern fasteners and are easier to use than the old style nappies.
Dorset mum, Clare Angus, has been using real nappies with her four-month-old daughter, Isabella, since she was a few days old.
Clare said: “I’ve been really pleased with the washable nappies, and would definitely use them if I have another child. I’d also recommend other mums and dads give them a try.
“I started using washable nappies to save money as they work out cheaper than disposable ones in the long run.
“I was also keen to minimise our impact on the environment and reusable nappies mean throwing less rubbish away, so we are helping to prevent waste ending up in landfill sites.
“Isabella is very happy and comfortable wearing real nappies.
“Plus we always have the option of switching to using a combination of washable and disposable nappies when needed - for example when away on holiday.”
It is estimated that disposable nappies cost around £1,000 per child from baby to toddler, using real nappies instead can help parents cut this cost by over half – making them an attractive, environmentally-friendly and a practical alternative.
Parents living in the Dorset County Council area can apply for a £30 voucher to spend with a listed retailer, or apply for a £30 refund for a purchase of real nappies already bought.
“If preferred, they can also use this voucher towards the cost of using a local nappy laundry service.
Dorset Waste Partnership director Steve Burdis said: “The real nappy incentive scheme has been successfully running for the last three years and has helped more than 564 parents try washable nappies.
“We hope more parents-to-be and new mums and dads will visit our information roadshows for a friendly, informal chat about the daily realities and practical advantages of reusable nappies.”
Read the full story here - http://www.viewfrompublishing.co.uk/news_view/11238/7/1/bridport-nappy-roadshow-in-bridport


For more information about cloth nappies please visit www.naturalnursery.co.uk. There is a large range of nappies and accessories for sale and expert advice to help you choose the best nappy for your baby.

The Wonder of Wonderoos! Fab and Funky Cloth Nappies

The original one-size pocket nappy has become a popular choice around the world for good reason. It is very comfy and highly adjustable, fitting babies from birth to potty.  In a 2007 consumer trial Wonderoos outperformed all other reusable nappies tested and as well as 78% of disposable nappies!
And now it's even better...
...introducing the new Wonderoo V2 !
Now better than ever before, we have tried to think of everything in the upgraded Wonderoo V2!
* with a trimmer, sleeker shape to give improved fit across the agespan

* new three-stage microterry/bamboo insert

* improved leg gussets and antiwicking technology

* choice of supersoft PUL or cuddly minky outers

Special Offer at the Natural Nursery: buy 5 for the price of 4! Choose boy, girl or unisex and receive a selection of colours.  If you have a preference, please say in the comments box when checking out and we will do our best.

Dudley Real Nappy Incentive Scheme

Parents across Dudley are benefiting from an incentive scheme that’s helping them make the switch from disposables to washable nappies. 

 

Dudley Council is offering the incentive scheme to encourage parents to use the real nappies because they are more environmentally friendly. Under the scheme, parents living in the borough can claim £30 when they spend over £50 on washable nappies or accessories 

 

 

 

Testimonials

 

"We decided to try washables for environmental reasons, but we never realised how much money we would save, our little girl went through 10-12 nappies a day during her first year.  The cost of disposables would have been more than three times as much as I have spent on washables.  Were expecting another baby shortly and both will use washables, it’s a lot easier than expected.  The Dudley scheme is a great incentive as you can choose the brand and supplier."

 

Helen Robinson, Stourbridge

 

"I used cotton nappies with my first child and having found them easy to use, was keen to do the same again with my second. This meant I could reuse nappies already bought, needing only to restock in liners and nappy powder for washing. I use a disposable nappy during the night, but on the whole I personally prefer not to use ‘smelly’ disposables. I found that my first child was aware of what it feels like to be wet and had an understanding of using the toilet to get rid of poo, all of which helped her  leave nappies completely behind in the day by just over two and at night by three."

 

http://www.dudley.gov.uk/index.asp?pgid=34482 

 

For help and information about cloth nappies please visit www.naturalnursery.co.uk. If this real nappy incentive scheme is not in your area it could be on the list of real nappy incentives.

Wakefield Council Real Nappy Incentives - Free starter kits or Cashback

Option 1: Free starters kits of real nappies

There are four different kits to choose from: 

The Diddy Diaper Kit
A simple shaped nappy that is either held in place with a securely fitted wrap. This is perfect for new-borns, as it is slim fitting and very cute. Each pack contains 8 nappies and 2 wraps and a bucket. Unfortunately, these are only available in a small size, which will only be suitable for up to 3 months old  (17lbs or 7.7Kg). Extra padding may be required at night or for older babies.
One size Pop-In Dream Dri & Booster Kit
Just as it says one size so that It can be used from birth to potty training. It is easy to adjust with the poppers and it is made from absorbent micro fibre fabric, so good for baby’s skin. It has a night time booster for extra absorbency and it is quick to dry, which makes it an ideal choice when baby needs changing frequently. The entire inner portion comes out of the outer shell for washing, avoiding a lot of the conventional problems with all-in-ones. Each element can be washed and dried separately, therefore making it more efficient. The pack contains 6 nappies with tote bags, nappy liners and a bucket. 
The Easy Peasy Bumble BTP Kit
This is also a one size nappy, the BTP poppered bumble is the ultimate in easy nappying. A cute nappy with easy popper fastening and removable flap out booster for quick drying. Internal poppers and removable booster allows the nappy to have a reduced rise for newborns, yet still allows it to be a good sized nappy to take your little one through to potty training. The packs includes 6 nappies, 2 wraps and a bucket.
The Prefold Kit
Prefolds do not require any pins or a nippa, they are rectangular and consist of layers of pure cotton sewn together to form an absorbent strip down the centre. These nappies come in different sizes and thickness to suit individual babies. Nappies are folded to where the absorbency is needed and then held in place with a wrap. These are very economical: we are offering 12 nappies and 3 wraps in each pack. Sizes Small (0-3months), medium (3-12months) and large (12+months) they also come with a bucket.

Option 2: Cash back on nappy purchases

If you would like to try real nappies but do not wish to try our trial packs and would like to buy another brand  - then you can apply for our £20 cash back offer. 

We offer £20 cash back for your first purchase of any trial packs. There are now many different brands of cloth nappies you may want to try.  For more information go to www.naturalnursery.co.uk/reusable-nappies-advice.html

How to claim your cash back

All you need to do to claim your cash back to to complete our Real Nappy Application Pack. This offer is per child and a receipt for purchase is required.   

More cash back 

If you are happy with your real nappies after 12 months and you wish to purchase some more, then you can apply for a further £20 cash back.  You will need to send in a second application form and a questionnaire to give us feedback on each application.

If you wish to buy a birth to potty pack or have already purchased one you may be able to claim a one off payment of £40.  Again, you will need to have a receipt showing that you have bought all the nappies you will need until your baby is potty trained and it will need to be for a minimum of £80. Once you have made this claim you will not be able to claim again for the same child.

For more information about the range of cloth nappies available and help choosing the best one for you please visit the Natural Nursery.

Free Real Nappy Trial Kit in Bradford

If you live in the Bradford Metropolitan District Council area, the Council have got together with Bradford Real Nappy Project to provide a free nappy starter kit – a selection of reusable nappies for you to try at home.
This offer is available if you are expecting or have a baby who is under 6 months old.

• Todayʼs real nappies are funky, fun and easy to use
• Modern real or washable nappies are comfortable
• Easy to use - fitted with poppers or velcro.
• They are easy to wash at 40 or 60°C.
• Can now be made from funky fabrics for trendy babies.
• No more difficult folds, sharp pins or boil washes.

Best for you
Save more than £600. Disposables can cost you over £1000 but a full set of real nappies can cost you £200 or less.

Best for your baby
Real nappies are a healthy natural choice for your baby’s young delicate skin. Why take the risk of exposure to absorbent chemical gels in disposable nappies when there is an easy alternative. Real nappies are effective, and keep your baby comfortable and hygienic. Nappy rash is no more likely in washable nappies.

Best for everyone
A massive 8,000,000 nappies are thrown away in Britain every day, that’s right, 8 million every day.
They take 100’s of years to decompose, most end up on landfill sites. Bradford’s nappies cost Bradford Council around £800,000 a year to dispose of. Money that could be better spent. Every time you use a cotton nappy you are preserving your baby’s future. At last here is an important environmental issue where
your choices make a real impact.

You can read more about the Bradford Real Nappy Project on their Leaflet and here is where you can download the application form.
www.bradford.gov.uk

For more information about the range of cloth nappies available and loads of help and information visit the Natural Nursery who are experts in resuable nappies!

Trafford Real Nappy Incentive Scheme

Using Real Nappies is an alternative to disposable nappies and as an incentive to new parents to try this, Trafford Council offer a one month free trial to a Nappy Laundry Service, with a company called Cottontails (limited number of free trials available).
Freshly laundered pure cotton nappies are delivered each week and the soiled ones taken away.
To take up the free one month trail you can:

• Visit the Cottontails website
• Send an email to nappies@cottontails.co.uk
• Telephone: 0151 355 9914

Alternatively, new mums can request a free Real Nappy Home Laundry Starter Kit and try out washing real nappies at home (limited number of Starter Kits available).
To order the free Real Nappy Home Laundry Starter Kit, call The Real Nappy Advisor on 01663 766192 or 07941 332 221.

For more information about the different types of cloth nappies available and help choosing which ones are best for your baby please visit www.naturalnursery.co.uk

Mum tries a week of real nappies and converts!

The mum behind the Mothers Always Right Blog - took up a Real Nappy Challenge and swapped a disposable for a reusable every day for a week, It went so well that she is going to switch completely.
"I know they’re better for the environment and all that, but that’s not my main motivation for ditching the disposables. Call me selfish, but my main reason is the fact I’m going to save heaps of cash. Oh, and they’re very pretty. Not to mention the fact Frog hasn’t worked out how to take them off (unlike the disposable version) so I haven’t had to clean poo off the carpet this week."
You can read the full article here - http://mothersalwaysright.wordpress.com/2011/05/21/we-survived/
and she wrote about the money she saved here - http://www.playpennies.com/switch-cloth-save-hundreds-guest-column/
For more information about switching to cloth nappies visit the Natural Nursery. There is a large range of beautiful reusable nappies to buy and reams of information about the different types of cloth nappies available.

GEN-Y Sputnik Wrap Review - "Even cuter than the picture"

At the Natural Nursery we have a wide range of re-usable nappies and one of the most popular wraps is the GEN-Y. This is what a customer had to say about the wrap.

I got this GEN-Y Sputnik Wrap to go over the imse vimse one-size (with a nippa). Had to swap the medium for the large for my 8 month old but I think the imse vimse terry nappies are pretty bulky compared to others. It's even cuter than it looks in the picture and now I want to collect the lot!

5/.5 JH May 2011