Quick Guide to Starting Out with Reusable Nappies

Starting out with Cloth Nappies – What Do I Need?

One of our most frequently asked questions during Reusable Nappy Week is ‘what do I need to get started?’.

If it’s all new to you and you just want to give reusable nappies a go then all you really need to start is:

1. At least one nappy

2. Somewhere to put your nappy when it’s dirty such as a waterproof bag or bucket

3. A means of washing it such as a washing machine.

That’s it! If your baby is more than a month old then pick a birth to potty (one-size) nappy such as the Pop-in nappy which performs well for most babies. Quick pre wash and give them a whirl! We would recommend buying a small selection of two or three different brands so you can test them out and see which ones you like and see how they work.

Now, you’re ready to get stuck in and invest in a good bundle, how many and what accessories will you need?

It depends a little on how old your baby is and how often you plan on washing. Older baby’s get through fewer nappy changes than newborns, and if you plan on washing every other day, you won’t need quite so many nappies. 

If you need help with the different nappy systems then head over to our Guide to Cloth Nappy Jargon, or join our Facebook group for lots of helpful advice from the Babipur team and other parents.

Reusable nappies are easy and fun to use, and getting started shouldn’t be difficult. Here is what you need for full time use – but don’t forget that it doesn’t have to be all or nothing, every cloth nappy used reduces your household waste and overall cost too.

Cloth Nappy Shopping List

Baby 0-6 months, washing every 1-2 days:

• Daytime Nappies – 15-20
• Nighttime Nappies – 5
• Outer Wraps for two part nappies – 3-5 (if using 2 part system)
• Liners – Reusable fleece 20 / single use 1 roll
• Nappy bucket – 1, or large Wet bag – 2
• Wet bags for out and about – 2
• Change mat – 2
• Reusable wipes – 20

Baby 6 months +, washing every 1-2 days 

• Daytime Nappies – 12-15
• Nighttime Nappies – 4
• Outer Wraps for two part nappies – 3-5 (if using 2 part system)
• Liners – Reusable fleece 15 / single use 1 roll
• Nappy bucket – 1, or large Wet bag – 2
• Wet bags for out and about – 2
• Change mat – 2
• Reusable wipes – 20

Find everything you need to get started with cloth nappies >here<. Our friendly Customer Service team are ready to help at the end of the phone, email or Facebook message to help you every step of the way with starting out with cloth nappies.