Top Ten Reasons to use resuable nappies

Many parents are turning to reusable nappies for the benefits they provide to their baby and their baby’s environment.

Better for the environment

Millions of nappies are disposed of every day. They take 200-500 years to decompose, releasing methane gases as they do so.

Going green

Latest environmental reports confirm that using reusable nappies are 40 per cent better for the environment than disposable nappies.

They’re cheaper.

Taking everything into account, you could save hundreds of pounds per child by switching from disposable to reusable.

Potty train earlier

The average age at which toddlers potty train has risen from two years old in the 1970s (when disposables first appeared) to nearly three years old. Disposables are so absorbent that toddlers do not feel the sensation of being wet therefore, they find it much harder to potty train.

Better for bottoms

Many parents believe there is a link between nappy rash and the chemicals used in disposables. Cloth nappies are breathable, allowing air to circulate to the skin and helping to maintain a healthy temperature.

There’s no excuse

“I’m too busy to use reusable nappies.” - It is a familiar no excuse, yes, reusable nappies do take more commitment but this aside they are just as convenient as using disposable nappies.

They deliver

Consider using a nappy laundry service. Used nappies are collected from your doorstep weekly and replaced by clean ones. award winning cotton nappies

It’s fashionable

Cotton nappies are becoming more and more popular among new parents.

They’re cool!

Today’s washables have evolved from the bulky terries and sweaty plastic pants. Modern reusables are made from soft natural materials and nappy covers are available in stylish prints. They are shaped and tailored for a better fit offering baby maximum comfort. Pins have been replaced by Velcro® style and poppers fastenings.

For more information you can visit www.bambino.co.uk and find out who is running incentive schemes in your area www.bambino.co.uk/incentives

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