Wooly experts please come in and tell me...

[TheodoresMummy]

How practical is wool on a newborn ?

Have heard somewhere that because they lay in one position that the pressure makes them leak.

But surely all babies/toddlers would have this prob wearing wool at night and they don't, do they ?

My plan for newborn is bamboo squares with wool wrap or longies and I plan to continue with wool longies/shorts as pjs with a vest/top after that with huggles prob.

What do you think ?

please ?

Hi just adding to this thread, I'm interested in wool, is it fairly straight forward to care for wool wraps, does the lanolin and wool shampoo make it an expensive option. Can anyone more informed than me help here?

OK, I'm def not a wool expert by any means (Flame is but I'm not sure she's around any more - you could always email her via bumfluff though.) This is my limited experience..

DS has been wearing wool from 4mo and we haven't had any problems at all. It works really well actually, you do get a kind of dampness on the wool itself but it doesn't seem to transfer to anything he is laying on . You don't get full-on leaks with wool - it's very bombproof.

It is really easy to care for wool wraps. I think they are a generally a slightly more expensive option compared to PUL but they are lovely. They're really soft, keep your baby at a good temperature, look good on and 'feel right' IYSWIM. You can always cut the cost by making recycled ones from a wool jumper - there are loads of patterns out there to follow and it is quite easy apparently. You don't need loads of lanolin or wool soap - I think the benefits outweigh the costs tbh

www.bumfluffnappies.co.uk/

Hiya

I have flounced from main MN but have kept nappies

I have never used wool for a newborn, but as long as you change the nappy regularly so it isn't completely sodden (which you do because of that delightful habit of them pooing every feed ), I can't see any reason it should be a problem.

If/when I have another, I fully intend to use wool as much as possible, esp with newborns when they have the little scrawny thighs - a nippa'd nappy with longies would be perfect whereas with DS he couldn't wear cloth for a few weeks as all his wraps were too big on the leg.

Cheers, the wraps do seem a bit pricey, I'd like to think I could make my own, and will endevour to do so , but having twins any time now, so they might take a while to get finished. Probably best if I don't make newborn sizes. Anyone come across any good patterns on line?

By the time you price up the wool and man hours, wool sellers are paid a pittance. I love pixie knits and seahorse slacks.

There are patterns out there, but not being a knitter I have no idea what is good or bad. You could look on some of the nappy forums/for sale boards for 2nd hand too

Definitely agree with Flame that the sellers actually get very little profit from selling wool covers. I got my merino wool longies for £13, I'm pretty certain the wool and lanolising cost nearly that. I looked into getting my mother to make me some making my own but in the end it was more cost and time effective to buy some.

My mum is good at knitting, she did make some for me but she said the pattern was very hard to follow and overly complicated for what it was- it's probably best to just find a pattern for a pair of wool trousers (if you want longies) and adjust the rise to accomodate a cloth nappy. Most patterns are american or australian and some are just really knitted trousers - you really have to make sure you use 100% wool for best effect, most of the patterns I found for were for synthetic yarn and a looser knit that you need for a nappy cover so you'd have to modify things a bit.

Oh absolutely, I didn't think they were over priced, just pricey because wool is so expensive. I'm having twins so trying to be thrifty as I will need a lot of nappies and wraps. I will have to see if I can get hold of some reduced wool or second hand longies. I found a link with lots of patterns if anyone else is interested fullvid.com/wool/WSLinks.html

I just like waving wool seller flags

Where's best place on line to buy the lanolin? (as in not too expensive). I bought some wool yesterday and I'm making some very simple soaker pants. We'll see how it goes, or whether I manage to complete at least 1 pair before the babies arrive.

I have solid for £4 a pot - I'm not sure how competitive that pricing is though

Is it pure lanolin and where did you purchase it, and what quantity do you get for £4? I've seen 300mls for £6.50 - I'm assuming it's a liquid although not sure.

I meant I sell it on Bumfluff for £4 Tis 2oz pots... I'm not sure what that is in ml.

Oh and yes, pure

Oh I see, misunderstood is this a company you've set up or one you work for? Would you happen to know what delivery charge on that would be - I think I have to put in order and all my card details before it tells me on website. (feeling lazy)

Is the solid lanolin better than the liquid or is this just personal preference?

I have very nearly finishd knitting a pair of ribbed wooly pants, just have to knit cuffs on leg holes, they're looking quite cute even if I do say so myself. Will attempt a 2nd pair if babies show no further signs of arriving soon.

Ooh v impressed with you!

It is 95p 2nd, £1.24 1st (prices are based on royal mail costs for the weight of the order).

Solid you get more for your money - it takes a couple of seconds more work.

Oh and tis all just me with the business

And she is a pleasure to do business with!

Should have namechanged to ASatisfiedCustomer back then.

Don't be too impressed, they are very simple, only requiring the basic skills of being able to knit and purl. I'd like to make some longies, but have to find another simple pattern first.

Thanks for info on lanolin, I'll put in an order. So are you still using cloth nappies with your offspring, or are they too old?

As a nappy seller what would your recommendation be for someone due to have twins, living in hard water area, wanting quick drying, very reliable nappies. I've got some fluffles from my first son, but not enough for two, they're very good but just a little on the bulky side. Any suggestions?