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Reusable Nappy Meet-up – October 2019
On Tuesday 1st October 2019, Real Nappies for London held a reusable nappy meet-up for parents in London. The aim of the meet-up is to bring together parents with similar aged babies using reusable nappies and discuss ways that reusable nappies can be promoted more...
How to Make Your Own Wet Wipes
For many parents starting on their cloth nappy journey, an easy way to start is to switch to reusable wet wipes. Reusable wipes are easy, affordable and better for the planet. Three reasons to switch: Better for your baby’s bum – Disposable wet wipes contain plastic...
MPs Call on Government to Support Environmental Choice for Young Families
MPs Call on Government to Support Environmental Choice for Young Families The Nappy Alliance, Press Release: 11 June 2019 MPs and campaigners met in Parliament today to call on the government to provide parents with more information about using reusable nappies. The...
How You Can Get Your MP to Tackle Plastic Nappy Waste
If the Government intends on reducing single-use plastics and eliminating avoidable waste, disposable nappies need to be part of the conversation. Here is how you can help get the conversation started…
It’s a ‘Real’ Easy Thing To Do
I was committed before my son was even born that his impact on the planet would be as low as possible while it was my responsibility. Second hand clothes, buggy, toys and anything else that could be re-used. A major impact is of course the plumbing, on one’s nose but...
Real Nappy Week 2019
Real Nappy Week 2019 For Immediate Release Real Nappy Week is about the positive steps people can take to raise awareness and encourage the uptake of reusable cloth nappies as an alternative to single-use nappies. Starting on Earth Day Monday 22nd April 2019 and also...
Nappies (Environmental Standards) Bill
Nappies (Environmental Standards) Bill, which was published on the 18th March 2019. (Credit - The Whitehouse Consultancy) Launch of the Nappies (Environmental Standards) Bill The Nappy Alliance, Press Release: 27th March 2019 A Nappy (Environmental Standards) Bill has...
Earn Green Points for Using Real Nappies
If you are a resident in the London Borough of Bexley, Camden, Hackney or Waltham Forest you could earn up to 2000 Green Points by using reusable nappies!
WEN FORUM PRESENTS: GENERATION PLASTIC
The WEN FORUM, is a quarterly meet up featuring keynote speakers discussing topics of the moment. Run by the Women’s Environmental Network, the WEN FORUM is an inspiring, topical event not to missed. Upcoming WEN FORUM on 20th March 2019: Generation Plastic...
Tips for Drying Reusable Nappies in the Winter
When winter arrives, we know that the cold weather can sometimes make drying reusable nappies a little bit daunting. Here are our tips to help guide you through the winter to make using real nappies, real easy: Have a Variety of Nappies Some reusable nappies...
Guest Posts
It’s a ‘Real’ Easy Thing To Do
I was committed before my son was even born that his impact on the planet would be as low as possible while it was my responsibility. Second hand clothes, buggy, toys and anything else that could be re-used. A major impact is of course the plumbing, on one’s nose but...
My Real Nappy Experience
It was actually my husband who suggested we try real nappies because he just couldn’t bear the thought of the incredible amount of landfill one child would create – he still struggles with the sheer volume of stuff a small person needs! So I diligently did my research...
Five Reasons Why My Baby Wears Real Nappies – A Dad’s View
Women work so hard throughout their pregnancies to ensure their babies aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals, yet as soon as they are born we dress them in disposables with ‘feel-dry’ technology and a little blue line to show how much they have weed, only made possible with the inclusion of nasty chemicals like sodium polyacrylate…
Switch for Six: Week 1 – So Far I’m Super Impressed
Switch for Six 2017: Week 1 Diary Entry from Siobhan, Lives Outside of London "I've got 5 new close pop in all-in-ones and I love them very easy to use although I'm having to use disopables at night time currently atm aswell as when I run out in the day. So far I've...
Switch for Six: Week 1 – A Rollercoaster of Highs and Lows
Switch for Six 2017: Week 1 Diary Entry from Amii, Waltham Forest "A week ago, we decided to take the plunge back into the wonderful world of cloth nappies. I had used them for nearly two years with my 2 year old daughter, but we had switched back to disposables with...
Real Nappy FAQs
Nappy Rash Advice
Most babies get a rash some time. It can be due to teething, when they are ill, change of diet or detergent residue build up. It’s unlikely to be caused by the liners. Some advice generally for avoiding nappy rash with real nappies: Change the nappy regularly and...
Washing Real Nappies
Are you having problems with washing real nappies? Below are our most frequently asked questions from parents who are having trouble washing their real nappies. If you have an alternative issue, please call the RNfL helpline: 020 7324 4709. The majority of real...