Pregnancy Pointers

ribenagirl

Another thread I'd bookmarked is this one:

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=144527&highlight=cloth+nappies

talking about cloth nappies, pros and con's etc etc. Certainly as far as we're concerned, planning to use disposables for the first few weeks until we get the hang of what we're doing / get into a routine!!! and then going along to one of our local council-run Nappucino mornings, to get a few free samples to try, maybe a sample pack and then see how we get on with cloth as I'm a penny-pincher at heart

We do have a whole birth to potty set of 'modern' terry nappies which we were given for free from Freecycle which you use with disposable liners and plastic wraps but I am still not totally convinced by them - but there are loads of other different kinds, just means finding one that suits your own baby.

Thinking of using eco-disposables tho' for when we're out and about...

jellyhead

it's been said in other threads but i'll just add it here - washable liners are great! made of fleece, make your own or buy them from ebay and they keep the baby ever so dry. my baby never had a rash anyway, i used a huggies overnight though and took huggies for days out.

SlayerKat

It's also been said in other threads but I'm adding it AGAIN because cloth nappies can so badly overlooked. Modern washable nappies have really changed since the old days. In the last few years they really have improved remarkably and now are a realistic alternative to using disposables. No more folding, no more pins, no more plastic pants. Real nappies are cool! (I know coz I use them ;-)

It's the 10th annual Real Nappy Week at the end of April so great opportunity to find out what your local council are doing and perhaps gets some freebies and of course advice. Checkout https://www.realnappyweek.com

System

Thanks Slayer cat will register online and see what more freebies and I can get mi hands on. I am heartened to hear that Terries are not the major evolution they used to be.

Regards

Lenny

SlayerKat

busby1 wrote:

In my view the biggest problem with terry,s are when you out and need to change the baby, it means lugging a dirty nappy or 2 about with you, and when your out with a baby you have enough to carry..

I don't find this a problem at all especially as baby gets bigger and becomes more 'predictable'. I use a lovely WAHM-made (work at home mum) wet nappy bag which I put dirty nappies into and carry them home for washing. Also because cloth nappies are so reliable, I don't usually carry a spare change of clothes either so less to carry in that respect.

I've never found a problem with nappy rash on my babies and I've been using cloth nappies for over three years. It's a myth that cloth nappies cause nappy rash. Nappy rash can occure with any nappy type.

System

Yes you do wonder about the stigma attached to Terry Towleings!

jellyhead

i don't think there's any real stigma, not in mothering circles anyway. although i was told by childless friends that 'only hippies use washable nappies' i think most parents know that they should be using them, and feel slightly guilty if they don't. they're advertised in all the baby mags. it doesn't have to be a terry towelling square (but if it is you can use nappy nippas that are like the old style nappy pins but rubber grippers, so no chance of pin poking into baby, and it doesn't have to be plastic pants over the top, you could use a breathable PUL wrap instead) - you can get shaped nappies that you close with poppers or velcro then put a wrap over the top, or you can even get all in ones (kooshies, or boots do their own for example) that have the breathable plastic coating, so they are used like a disposable, just one nappy to stick on and velcro closed. http://www.thebabycatalogue.com/prodinfo.asp?number=BN1000

Lillibet_2

Just wanted to get a vote in for Boots all-in-one washable nappies. I know different types suit different babies, but if Kooshies work for you then the Boots ones are exactly the same but cheaper:D I used disposables until Spud was 6 weeks old & then I think 'cos I wasn't totally stressed & was ready to try the washables I found the change very easy. Must admit, although I use them at home I still only use them when we are out if a nappy change is unlikey, if we are going to be out for the day or whatever then I use disposables and also use disposables at night. It's a case of finding whatever system & routine works for you. I figure that every time I use a washable thats one less in the landfill & 15p staying in my pocket and if I can only use one washable on some days then it's better than none at all:p But don't let anyone - midwives, heath visitors, other mums, well-intentioned friends - bully you into doing anything which isn't right for you;).

super41

Re. maternity clothes for your other half. I wouldn't waste money on new stuff as its hardly worn. I got loads of maternity gear from Ebay - in fact a whole new wardrobe for less that £50 including delivery! Loads of things advertised are brand new or worn a couple of times and like new. Just read the listings carefully and check feedback. Look after it and it can always be sold back on Ebay later!

System

Thanks once again. I like the idea of the Boots all-in-one washable re-usable nappies though. Will keep trying.

Lenny