Starting With Reusable Nappies – How to Start With MCN?

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Starting With Reusable Nappies – Where Do You Begin When Building Your First Cloth Nappy Stash?

What MCN Style or Brand Should I Buy?

Our Nappy Experts are invited to contribute to these cooperative questions so that you get a range of informative and experienced responses about the topic. Enjoy and discover something new, and share with us in the comment box below. This is MCN advice from a series by the Autumn 2011 sponsors of the Green Promise Nappy Event.

Let’s see what they have to say about our MCN Question:

Starting With Reusable Nappies – My Friend Is Expecting Her First Baby. What Should I Buy For Her First MCN?

Kelly from Nappy Needz:

Try to go with something nice looking, trim, and easy to use.  Most of all though it should be something reliable, too many people make the mistake of being put of MCN, simply because they start with something that just doesn’t work for them.   Little-ducks pocket nappies are a great, basic first nappy.

There are sooooo many options here – personally I would recommend a Small Hatchlings Cloth Nappy, the small size is a great fit on new-borns and the inserts are one size so can be used as the bub grows, but I will admit to being a little biased there Apart from that I would advise buying something easy to use and really cute, that way she will be hooked!

Liz from Hatchlings Cloth Nappies:

Melanie & Diana of Bodeo:

Misty from FluffyBuns:

Jane from Little Bear Bums:

Our Comment Question is about Starting With Reusable Nappies:

What would you buy for your friend, with the experience you now have?

- Charndra

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Cloth Nappy Liners – What Should I Know About Them? (I Don’t Want to Deal with POO!)

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Cloth Nappy Liners – What Should I Know About The Nappy Liner?

What Materials Can a Nappy Liner Can Be Made From?

This mcn advice will help you to discover everything you need to know about making your own liners, buying cloth nappy liners, what they are made of and the benefits or cons of each. If “What if I don’t want to deal with the poop?” is a question you have asked, read on, you want to know about nappy liners!

Our Nappy Experts are invited to contribute to these cooperative questions so that you get a range of informative and experienced responses about the topic. Enjoy and discover something new, and share with us in the comment box below. This is MCN advice from a series by the Autumn 2011 sponsors of the Green Promise Nappy Event.

Let’s see what they have to say about our mcn question:

Nappy Liners – What Should I Know About Them? (What Materials Can a Nappy Liner Can Be Made From and their Benefits or Cons) “What if I don’t want to deal with the poop?”

Kelly from Nappy Needz:

Fiona from Darlings Downunder:

Warranties and Guarantees on My New MCN – What Do I Need To Know?

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MCN Warranties and Guarantees: What You Must Know to Be a Savvy Shopper.

All Products Carry some sort of Warranty or Guarantee to Protect the Consumer as Well as the Manufacturer. Find Out What You Should Know Before Choosing Your Modern Cloth Nappies…

Our Nappy Experts are invited to contribute to these cooperative questions so that you get a range of informative and experienced responses about the topic. Enjoy and discover something new, and share with us in the comment box below. This is MCN advice from a series by the Autumn 2011 sponsors of the Green Promise Nappy Event.

Let’s see what they have to say about our MCN Question:

Warranties and Guarantees on My New MCN – What Do I Need To Know?

Kelly from Nappy Needz:

It’s worth looking for guarantees offered by companies for new MCN.  Most nappies should last you for at least one baby.  The fewer features that they have, snaps, elastic etc, the more likely they are to last.  I have some nappies in my stash that have been used on at least five little bottoms so far.Kelly - Nappy Needz -

Karen from Baby Blossom:

Most of more well known brands come with a standard 3-6 months warranty. If you are not sure, check before you buy. Most warranties won’t cover incorrect washing or use, so read your use instructions before.

Liz from Hatchlings Cloth Nappies:

The most important thing here is that the company has a Warranty and Guarantee. The main things that put your nappies out of action are damaged closures, elastic failure, and damage to the waterproofing (delamination of the PUL etc). If your nappy suffers a catastrophic failure like those listed above you want to know your covered or you could end up very disappointed. But make sure you follow the care instructions because otherwise most Warranties or Guarantees will be void.

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies:

Make sure you read any instructions that come with your nappies as different brands have different conditions for warranty. Generally washing with napisan or bleach, putting the outer shells into the dryer or washing in water over 60C will void your warranty.

Melanie & Diana of Bodeo:

Give your new nappies a quick once over BEFORE you wash them! Check for broken snaps, poor stitching, and that they are as you expected. If you receive a new nappy that you believe is faulty, contact the point of sale to ask what they can do, as they will generally chase up manufacturers on your behalf.

Misty from FluffyBuns:

Most brands will offer a workmanship guarantee on their nappies, ask before you purchase if they come with one and how long it is for.

Jane from Little Bear Bums:

Always check with the manufactures Warranties and Guarantees and hold onto your proof of purchase, just in case. Most nappy makers will replace or mend anything that is faulty.

Our Comment Question is about Modern Cloth Nappy Warranties:

Do you have any other questions about MCN warranties and guarantees?

- Charndra

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All About Cloth Baby Wipes…

What About Cloth Wipes? Baby Wipes Add Up, Why Not Use Cloth Ones To Save Some Cash?

Common Questions About Cloth Wipes: How Many, What Size, How To Store And What Solution To Use?

Our Nappy Experts are invited to contribute to these cooperative questions so that you get a range of informative and experienced responses about the topic. Enjoy and discover something new, and share with us in the comment box below.

Let’s see their responses to our topic: What about Cloth Wipes? How many, what size, how to store and what solution to use?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

Lots! If you are using something like a thin facewasher then probably at least 3 dozen. If using something more luxurious and thick you would get away with less. We don’t use any solution at all, just a spray bottle with plain water in it.

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

20 wipes that are at least 18cm square should do. I store mine dry and just spray a solution on when needed. I’m currently using a Foamy Wipes Wash that I bought but there are a number of recipes online if you want to try and make your own.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

We started out just using face washers and warm water. After a friend asked me to make her some wipes, I started using them as well. I’ll be using bamboo/flannelette wipes for the next baby. I stock both hemp/flannelette and bamboo/flannelette wipes.

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I use flannels, keep them in a basket and use warm water straight from the tap for bum washing.

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

We’ve got about 20 small square bamboo wipes and a cheap twist top drink bottle from the supermarket full of water in the change table. 20 is far too many for a toddler but about right for a newborn.

Our Comment Question is about Cloth Baby Wipes:

What is your choice of materials in cloth wipes? Leave your recommendations in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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Best Reusable Nappies – What MCN Brands are the Best to Use?

Best Reusable Nappies – What MCN Brands are the Best to Use?

Our Nappy Experts Share What Their Own Favourite Brand of Washable Nappy is at the Moment…

With so many nappy brands available, from WAHM made in homes, to commercially produced overseas, you just know there is a nappy brand out there that is right for your baby. In fact, there are probably HEAPS of brands that would suit your baby! What nappy brand do you choose? This article asks Our Nappy Experts which brand is their favourite at the moment – it may be their own, the most popular one at their site lately, or the latest improvement on a design, even the prettiest print or softest fabric…

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Let’s see what our MCN shop owners recommend: What is your favourite nappy brand right now?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

We’ve always loved Baby BeeHinds…

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

The type of nappy I like constantly changes. At the moment I’m very busy so I like the Itti Bitti AIO as I don’t need to put anything together.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

Little Para Pants – I’m a little biased.

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

Omaiki – I didn’t like OSFM nappies until I tried their AIO and now I am a total convert. They are trim, absorbent, really easy to use and also very cute, I love the logo on the bum!

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I don’t sell nappies at my site, in fact help interested folks (and amenable babies) to reduce their overall use of nappies, but must say I love our Krap Katchers Night Nappy, made by Nicole. It is awesome, NEVER leaks, is pretty (it was a semi-custom made nappy) and easy to use. I stuff it with whatever is around actually… terry towelling nappies, inserts from other nappies, even flannels. It is a ‘Stuff ‘Em Silly’ nappy. Having not needed night nappies with my first son, using nappies at night with son #2, who wears an orthotic brace at nights and so wears a night nappy, exploring night time nappies is something that has become of interest to me, LOL.

Our Comment Question is about YOUR favourite brands of cloth nappy:

What is your current favourite MCN? Leave your recommendation in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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Changing Time – What’s A Useful Distraction For A Wriggly Baby At Nappy Change Time?

Nappy Changing Time and Wriggling Babies – Mum’s Tips Please!

Once Babies Get to Crawling and Rolling Over, Nappy Changing Time Can Become a Crazy Wriggly Time! Need Some Tried and True Tips to Make This Easier? Read On!

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Let’s see what our experts have to say about our MCN Topic: Changing Time – What’s a useful distraction for a wriggly baby at nappy change time?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

Anything they aren’t allowed to normally have does the trick… or a toy/puzzle that’s a little bit tricky and needs them to do something

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

I let my son hold an item from the change table that he doesn’t usually get to touch. It could be the wipe spray bottle, a cloth wipe or anything else nearby.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

Anything that makes noise or can go in the mouth! Plus all the tips I included in this article:  6 Tips for Easier Nappy Changes.

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I often do them on the move, or give bubble a full wash down in the laundry sink, with toys nearby.

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

Songs, songs and more songs, nursery rhymes, children’s songs, pop songs, even made-up nonsense rhymes, anything to get them focused on you and not the nappy change! Amazing how any words at all can be put to the tune of Frere Jacques.

Our Comment Question is about Nappy Changing:

What is your cute trick when baby is in a snitch and this needs to be done? Leave your suggestions in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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Do You Need Information, Advice, Tips or Have Questions About Using Your Modern Cloth Nappies?

Discover More Expert MCN Advice…Expert Modern Cloth Nappy Help and Tips are Shared Twice Weekly in Questions and Answers about Modern Cloth Nappies.

Our Nappy Experts are invited to contribute to common cloth nappy FAQ, and respond to these ‘cooperative questions’ so that you get a range of informative and experienced responses about the MCN topic. Enjoy and discover something new…

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- Charndra

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Detergents and the Modern Cloth Nappy – What Do I Need to Know?

Detergents and the Modern Cloth Nappy – What Do I Need to Know?

What is the Best Way to Wash and Care for Your Modern Cloth Nappies?

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Let’s see what our nappy experts have to say about our MCN topic: Detergents and the Modern Cloth Nappy… What do I need to know?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

Stay right away from any bleaches, enzymes, softeners and stick either with an eco-type powder or liquid, or a specific nappy detergent such as Rockin’ Green. Lots of sun is fantastic for making your nappies smell clean and fresh!

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

Use about 1/4 ? 1/2 of the amount you usually do and choose a washing powder that is phosphate free. Do not use a fabric softener as they will coat the fabric of the nappy and reduce its absorbency.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

I’ve always used half the amount of detergent that the box/bottle recommends. They still get clean and they don’t smell like detergent!

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I recommend looking at the article The Science of Washing Nappies, and finding out about SoapNuts and learning all you can from our nappy experts on this page, as well as here and here! Plus, do take careful note of the washing instructions from the maker of the nappy – it may have fabrics or embellishments in need of special washing care.

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

Use a mild and natural detergent. Avoid anything that says it contains active brighteners or softeners and fragrance or perfume. Fragrance and perfume in products are usually phthalates in disguise (Don’t know about this nasty found in many household products? – try a Google search to find out more).

Our Comment Question is about Washing MCN:

What is your reusable nappy washing routine? Leave your recommendations in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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How Do I Damage a Washable Modern Cloth Nappy?

Damaging Your Washable Modern Cloth Nappy – How NOT to!

Knowing How Washable Nappies Are Damaged Will Help You Avoid This Pitfall And Extend The Life (And Savings) Offered By Using MCN…

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Let’s see what our nappy experts have to share with us about our MCN topic:  How do I damage a modern cloth nappy?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

Not washing frequently enough, soaking in bleaches/sanitisers, washing too hot, coating with creams, tumble drying on hot.

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

How you wash your nappies can affect them. Do not use bleach, napisan or fabric softeners. The way nappies are hung on the line can also damage the elastic. Place them flat or drape them over the line sideways to prevent pressure being put on the elastic and if you are using a nappy rash cream make sure you use a liner.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

Lots of ways. If you leave it in the wet bag/bucket too long, it can grow mould. Using vinegar in the wash will eat away the elastic and possibly delaminate PUL. If you use a Snappi on a non-Snappi-able nappy, you’ll get holes, runs, or leaks.

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I have had then come out grey after something new went in the wash with them, turning EVERYTHING grey, sigh. The first time a new night nappy was used, hubby washed it, without turning it inside out – so, sigh, pilling, no more of that pristine beauty of a new nappy, just like that – BAM! What do I recommend? A tip one mum left on the blog here was to put a capful of disinfectant in with the pre-rinse. Good tip that I always do now.

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

Using zinc & petroleum based nappy creams can affect the fibres of MCNs and reduce their absorbency. Be sure to use a liners (either flushable or microfleece if you must use a chemical-based nappy rash cream). Over use of the dryer on your nappies can deteriorate elastic and PUL, so keep dryer time to a minimum. Leaving wet nappies in a bucket for too long isn’t a good idea either, try to wash every second day if possible. Speaking of buckets, don’t soak your nappies in bleach, it can destroy the fabric of your nappies and this too will reduce their absorbency. Dry pailing is best!

Our Comment Question is about Damaging the MCN:

Time to fess up – what have you done? Leave your confessions in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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Reusable Nappies and Nappy Rash Creams – How to Protect your Washable Nappies and Your Baby’s Bottom!

Reusable Nappies and Nappy Rash Creams – How to Protect your Washable Nappies and Your Baby’s Bottom!

Nappy Rash Creams, Bottom Balms And Washable Cloth Nappies – What Do I Need To Know?

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Let’s ask our Nappy Experts: Nappy rash creams, bottom balms and washable cloth nappies – Just what do I need to know?

Emma from Wrap ‘Em recommends:

Liners liners liners We don’t tend to use any creams without a liner to protect the nappy.

Kendall from Australian Baby Supplies recommends:

It is best to use a liner if using creams with your nappies. This will protect the nappy from contact with the cream and reduce the likelihood of absorption issues.

Melissa from Little Para Pants recommends:

Once in a while I use some urtica or calendula cream. A good squirt of breast milk on the rashy area does wonders too! Just be sure whatever you use won’t stain the nappy.

Charndra from Part Time Nappy Free recommends:

I have never used any of them, but understand a liner is the way to go. Nappy Free time, a squirt of breastmilk and any redness will hopefully fade away… Nappy Free Time is my solution to any sign of redness!

Nyree from Kodomo recommends:

Whilst cloth nappies are good for preventing nappy rash, sometimes your little one may be affected. Petroleum and zinc based nappy rash creams might clog the fibres of the cloth so during these times either look for an application that doesn’t contain either of those ingredients (there are plenty on the market) or use a liner to protect the longevity of your nappies.

Our Comment Question is about Nappy Rash Creams:

What do you use or not use? Leave your recommendation in the comment box below.

- Charndra

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