Since there are a lot of cloth newbies here I thought it might be a good idea to give my recommendations on whats needed to get started. Below is the typical information I give to my customers on starting out in cloth nappies.
When starting out in cloth there are a few things you will need need besides the washable nappies. There are of course optional extras as well.
This number of course is dependant on how frequently you plan on washing, your drying method and the types of nappies you have. With quicker drying materials such as microfibre nappies you may need less as you dont have to wait too long for them to dry until you can use them again. You may also find you get through many more with newborn and younger babies than with toddlers.
We recommend alternating nappy wraps at each change so you may well be using two throughout the day while one is washed. Newborns and younger babies may need 1-2 more because the occassional accident (either while changing them or after explosive movements) is inevitable!
- Nappy Liners (paper or fleece)
We tend to recommend fleece liners as these are superior at keeping baby drier however many prefer the convenience of paper liners that can be flushed/thrown away with any solids. Rolls of paper liners are consumable and hence are a less economical option
- Nappy Bucket Pail with lid
A nice sized nappy bucket with well fitting lid is an essential. Used to store dirty nappies until wash day with a lid to contain any odours.
- Nappy Laundry Net / Wet Nappy Bag
You may want a nappy net to go inside your bucket to make the transferral of dirty nappies over to your washing machine - mess free. Wet Nappy bags are used by many as a laundry bag but mainly as a nappy storage bag whilst out and about