Nappyneedz

Nappyneedz is ten years old this November. Back in 2010, I originally set up the first website and started to sell cloth nappies. Over the years, many things have grown and changed. To celebrate this milestone, we are having a few giveaways and events. Find out more below. Ten years of cloth nappies Back in November 2010, I never dreamt that Nappyneedz would grow into what it’s become today. Over the last ten years, we’ve gone from a small number of cloth nappies and menstrual pads that were sewn by me, to a much bigger range. Our dinky nappy is still made to the design that I spent years perfecting. I’ve also added the Ecobots brand to our range. I try to make sure that we’ve got great value and reliable cloth nappies as well as our great menstrual products. Something to suit every family. Over the next month, I’ll be sharing some behind the scenes blogs and more of the Nappyneedz story. In the meantime, find out more about what we’ve got planned to...

Minky nappies can be a great choice for your baby. But what is it that makes them different to other types of cloth nappies? Why should you consider them? Great reasons for using Minky Nappies The fabric is lovely and soft, they feel great against your babies skin. Being a polyester fabric, they are easy to look after and care for. Our range includes some great bright colours that look great. Nappies made from minky fabric don’t tend to have problem with moisture wicking from the inside of the nappies. They give nice soft padding for your babies bottom when they are learning to walk. On hot days, they look great with just a singlet. No need for more clothes. When it comes to the cute factor, you just can’t go wrong. How are they different to other cloth nappies? Does this mean that cloth nappies with a minky outer are different from other types of cloth nappy? In many ways, no. All of our nappies have a waterproof outer and that is certainly the case here. The fabric has a p...

Choosing the best cloth menstrual pads for you needn’t be hard. Here’s our guide to the different options available and what might work best for you. Options to take into account There are a number of things that you might want to consider when you are looking at buying cloth menstrual pads. When will you be using them? Are they for daytime or night time use? Will you be using them after giving birth? Do you need a liner for use between periods? How old is the person using the pads? Younger women will probably need smaller size pads. What fabrics do you want them to be made from? Different fabrics have different qualities. We have more information on different types of fabrics below. How much can you afford? Pads come in a range of prices. Although you will save money by switching to reusable pads, set up can be costly. Best choice for fabric There are a number of different options when it comes to fabrics. As a general rule, natural fabrics tend to be slightly more expensiv...

Have you been wondering “are cloth nappies worth it?” There are lots of reasons that cloth might be the right choice for your and your family. Here I’ll share some of the reasons that make cloth nappies a really good option. What makes cloth a good choice? Using cloth nappies works out much cheaper. You can save a couple of thousand of dollars easily with your first child alone. Reusable nappies is much better for the environment, even when washing is taken into account. Cloth nappies mean fewer chemicals against your babies precious skin. Despite what disposable adverts might tell you, there are actually fewer leaks with cloth. Babies in washable nappies tend to learn to use the toilet earlier and with less stress than those in single-use nappies. There are cloth nappies for all budgets, meaning that you can use them even if money is really tight. They don’t slow down movement or development. In some cases, cloth can help as they hold the legs and hips in a bett...