Reusable nappy FAQ`s
Q. What are my reusable nappy options?
There is a growing range of reusable nappies available including different styles and, of course, sizes. There are three main types of nappies to choose from:
Contact your preferred reusable nappy retailer and they will be happy to talk you through all of the options available to you. One thing to remember is that reusable nappies are not an all or nothing option - you can do what is right for you. You could even use reusable nappies most of the time but perhaps use the odd disposable when you are travelling.
Q. Where do I get my reusable nappies from?
You should contact one of Cumbria`s reusable nappy retailers in the first instance. Once you are up and running there are other options that might be more convenient for you. You can even shop for reusable nappies online. Sites such as Ebay or online pre-loved clothing Apps offer a good choice of brands.
Q. What do I need to get started?
You may need to buy some equipment to get started but this is a one off payment unlike the weekly cost of disposable nappies. You will need:
Q. What is the Environmental impact?
The main environmental benefit of using real nappies is to reduce the amount of rubbish in your bin which is being sent to for treatment. Around 8 million disposable nappies are thrown away in Britain every day. Every single child uses on average 5850 disposable nappies in their lifetime. That`s the same weight as two fully grown dairy cows. Furthermore reusables reduce the amount of energy and raw materials used in the manufacture of disposables in the first place.
Q. What tips can you suggest for reducing the environmental impact of reusable nappies?
Q. Are they difficult to wash?
Reusable nappies don`t need to be boiled, scrubbed, soaked or machine washed at 95 degrees.
Q. Do they leak?
Reusable nappies should not leak more than disposables. It is important to choose the right sized nappy for you baby. If you do have problems with leakages then contact your retailer.
Q. Will my baby get nappy rash?
Your baby is no more or less likely to get nappy rash through reusable nappies than from disposables. Frequency of nappy changing is the important fact to avoid nappy rash.
Q. What can I buy if I still have a voucher to redeem by 31st March 2023?
You can use your voucher as full or part payment for any of the following:
Q. Is there anything that I can`t buy with my voucher?
Your reusable nappy voucher cannot be used to purchase any of the following:
Q. How long will my voucher be valid for?
If you still have a nappy voucher to redeem, you must spend it by 31st March 2023
Q. My voucher has expired, is there anything I can do?
Vouchers are now only redeemable until 31st March 2023.
Q. What happens if I don`t spend the whole £30 voucher at once?
Vouchers are now only valid until 31st March 2023. Please make sure that if you still have an outstanding voucher, that you have the full amount spent by then. The voucher can only be used once with the retailer of your choice, it is in your own interests to spend £45 or more to make the best use of it. No change can be given.