Upcoming Events
Reusable nappy demo events, sometimes called nappuccino’s or nappy natters are perfect opportunities to learn more about reusable nappies. We recommend attending as a way of seeing all the different types and styles before you buy. You will be able to ask all the questions that you may have about using, washing and drying and receive impartial advice about all reusable nappies available.
You can find out what’s happening near you using our events diary below. Some events request that you book before attending. All relevant contact information can be found below.
European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) is an initiative aiming to promote the implementation of awareness-raising actions about sustainable resource and waste management during a single week. It encourages a wide range of audiences to get involved. The actions implemented in EWWR are addressing the 3Rs: Reduce waste, Reuse products, Recycle material. This year EWWR will take place from 16 – 24 November 2019 and there will be a number of events happening in and around that week to promote reusable nappies for waste prevention and reuse. Check out our events diary and social media for further information. Real Nappies for London in collaboration with Nappy Neighbours, the London Borough of Lewisham and Lewisham Children and Family Centres will be holding a Reusable Nappy Meet & Give and Take for parents living in Lewisham. Are you looking to get started with reusable nappies but not sure where to start? Looking to donate and/or take for free reusable nappies? There will also be opportunities to pass-on and/or take baby clothes and maternity wear. NO NEED TO BRING TO TAKE. Event details: Let us know you’re coming by getting a FREE ticket on Eventbrite. Check social media for updates. This event is part of an action for European Week for Waste Reduction. #EWWR2019. The thematic focus of EWWR is ‘Change your ways, Reduce your waste!‘. By attending this event you’ll learn how you can get started to reduce your single-use nappy waste and prevent items from going to waste. This event is run by the Waltham Forest Cloth Nappy Library and East London Sling Library. A monthly drop-in bringing together making it easy for you to get free advice and support on all things reusable nappies, slings and to meet other parents. Meet upstairs in the KuKooLaLa community cafe which is within the park, just at the end of Marsh Lane. There is a car park adjacent to the cafe with free parking, for up to three hours. Clair from the Waltham Forest Cloth Nappy Library will be demoing from 10.40am covering the different nappy types, absorbency options, using and caring for cloth nappies and much more. She’ll be available after the demo for questions and troubleshooting. Annabelle from the East London Sling Library will be demoing newborn baby carriers after the nappy demo from 12pm approx. Prior to that, she’ll be available for troubleshooting if you’re struggling with your own carrier or want to try some library slings out. Find out more by visiting their Facebook page. DROP-IN DEMO AT NAPPY EVER AFTER – EVERY TUESDAY AFTERNOON (ALL WELCOME) Nappy Ever After is open every Tuesday afternoon from 2pm – 6pm for advice on reusable nappies. You will be shown the different types of reusbale nappies and given information and tips on how to wash and dry them. Advice is tailored to give you the best start. You will be able to redeem your Real Nappies for London nappy voucher for a reusable nappy starter kit, for a selection of nappies of your choice, or for a trial laundry service. Nappy Ever After also offers drop-in’s by appointments and once a month Saturday nappy workshops. Please contact them directly and book in advance for the Saturday workshops – 020 7014 3006. This reusable nappy demo with pop-up shop is run by the London Borough of Bexley and the Washable Nappy Company. You’ll be given all the information you need to make a more informed nappy choice. Learn about reusable nappies and have the exciting opportunity of walking away with a free pack of reusable nappies by redeeming a £50 real nappy voucher, helping you make a start to reusable nappies. Please note, (Real Nappy Voucher Terms and Conditions Apply). DROP-IN DEMO AT NAPPY EVER AFTER – EVERY TUESDAY AFTERNOON (ALL WELCOME) Nappy Ever After is open every Tuesday afternoon from 2pm – 6pm for advice on reusable nappies. You will be shown the different types of reusbale nappies and given information and tips on how to wash and dry them. Advice is tailored to give you the best start. You will be able to redeem your Real Nappies for London nappy voucher for a reusable nappy starter kit, for a selection of nappies of your choice, or for a trial laundry service. Nappy Ever After also offers drop-in’s by appointments and once a month Saturday nappy workshops. Please contact them directly and book in advance for the Saturday workshops – 020 7014 3006. DROP-IN DEMO AT NAPPY EVER AFTER – EVERY TUESDAY AFTERNOON (ALL WELCOME) Nappy Ever After is open every Tuesday afternoon from 2pm – 6pm for advice on reusable nappies. You will be shown the different types of reusbale nappies and given information and tips on how to wash and dry them. Advice is tailored to give you the best start. You will be able to redeem your Real Nappies for London nappy voucher for a reusable nappy starter kit, for a selection of nappies of your choice, or for a trial laundry service. Nappy Ever After also offers drop-in’s by appointments and once a month Saturday nappy workshops. Please contact them directly and book in advance for the Saturday workshops – 020 7014 3006. This reusable nappy demo with pop-up shop is run by the London Borough of Bexley and the Washable Nappy Company. You’ll be given all the information you need to make a more informed nappy choice. Learn about reusable nappies and have the exciting opportunity of walking away with a free pack of reusable nappies by redeeming a free £50.00 real nappy voucher, helping you make a start to reusable nappies. Please note, (Real Nappy Voucher Terms and Conditions Apply). Due to popular demand there will be two nappy demos, the first at 10am and the second demo at 11am. Both lasting 30 minutes. Please arrive on time before your preferred slot. The Washable Nappy Company pop-up shop will be open from 10.30am – 12noon. Information will be provided about the three main types of reusable nappies, how to use, wash and dry them. Everything you need to get started. Opportunities for Q&A and to meet local parents. Free Real Nappies for London free worth £54.15 are available for parents with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be (Hackney residents only at this event with proof of id, address and pregnancy or birth). Free event. For further details, please contact: info@hackneyrealnappy.net. Find out about the advantages of using reusable, cloth nappies. Alice from Real Nappies for London will show you the three main types of reusable nappies, give advice on how to use and wash them. This is for information only and is not a sales event. If you are an Islington resident, with a baby under 18 months, you will be able to apply for a free £54.15 nappy voucher in-person at this event.
Date: Thurs 21 November 2019
Location: Beecroft Children Centre, Dalrymple Road, London SE4 2BS
Time: 10am – 12noon. Reusable Nappy Talk/Demo (with Q&A) will start approx 10.15am till 11am. Give and Take to start 11am till 12noon. Drop off clean good quality reusable nappies, baby clothes and/or maternity wear anytime between 10am – 11.30am.
Location: KukooLaLa, 3 Marsh Lane, Leyton Jubilee Park, E10 7BL.
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If you are a parent living in a voucher participating borough, with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, you are eligible to apply for a free voucher worth up to £54.15 to help with the initial cost of buying reusable nappies. The voucher can be put towards a set of reusable nappies you have researched and would like to try, or if you are unsure, then we recommend spending your voucher on a trial kit containing the three main types of reusable nappies.
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