Washable Nappy Lending Kits - Try before you buy!
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Would you like to try real nappies, but aren’t sure where to start?
Leicester city council, in partnership with local nappy advisers, has made a variety of washable nappy kits available so that Leicester residents can try out washable nappies before buying.
In the UK we get through nearly 500,000 tonnes of disposable nappies every year. There is a non-wasteful alternative to the disposable nappy...
REAL NAPPIES
Why choose real nappies?
- Easy to use
- Easy to clean
- Last for ages
- Can be used again if you have another baby
- Can save you money
- Home washing is a breeze (and needn't use so much energy if you can line-dry rather than tumble dry them)
- There are lots of materials and styles for even the most fashion-conscious baby
- You can help reduce rubbish and save resources
- Real nappies do need to be washed at 60°C
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Contact information
Nappy Advisors can arrange to demonstrate how to use the different nappies before leaving you with a washable nappy kit to try out at home for a 2 week period. The kits will be available in small, medium and larger sizes to suit different age and weight babies. The washable nappies and wraps must be washed thoroughly before returning. A cheque for £150 will be required as a deposit for the kits. Cheques will not be cashed unless the kits are damaged or not returned.
For more information or a demo kit, contact (0116) 252 7002
See also:
The Charnwood Real Nappy Network aim to offer impartial help and advice to parents, Health & Childcare professionals, and Waste Management departments in Charnwood regarding the benefits of using cloth nappies.