Budget Nappy Name Tags Modern Cloth Nappies (MCN) - PUL - Askels (2024)

FAQs

How many MCNS do you need? ›

Soaking the covers will cause irreversible damage and void your warranty. These days it's an unnecessary added step, modern cloth nappies are kept cleaner and fresher by leaving your washing machine to do the hard work for you and by dry pailing.

You can purchase snap-on name tags for cloth nappies, otherwise some masking tape does the job too. How many nappies do you need to provide each day? Remember most centres policy is for a nappy change every 2 hours so ensure you have enough fresh nappies each day depending on the length of time they are in care.

We recommend changing cloth diapers every 2-3 hours during the day. At night, you may require a little extra absorption to keep bubs dry and happy right through.

A question parents often have when considering reusable nappies is, "How long do they last?" The good news is that reusable nappies can last for a long time, years and years. They can be bought for your first baby, be used on their younger siblings and then be sold when the youngest potty trains.

We recommend flushing the soiled/pooey liners, & disposing of the wet/wee liners in the bin.

With adequate agitation, the right amount of quality detergent, some laundry booster/stain remover and warm-hot water (40-60⁰C), nappies should come out of the machine smell free.

Use the Dryer

Dry on low heat only, and don't put waterproof shells or covers in the dryer, just the inserts. If you do put nappies which have elastic components in the dryer, make sure you let them cool before taking them out - stretching elastic while it's still warm can reduce the elasticity.

You can start using cloth nappies at any age, from newborn to toddler. Many parents choose to start using cloth nappies from birth, while others may transition when their baby is a few months old or even older. The key is to find the right type of cloth nappy and fit for your baby's age and size.

Recommended Mainstream Detergents for Cloth Nappies

OMO, Persil, Biozet, Radiant Powder, Radiant Senstive or Trimat Sensitive are all perfectly fine to use.

Do you need special detergent for cloth diapers? ›

Any mainstream detergent - Most mainstream detergents will do the job, just make sure they contain the necessary enzymes and surfactants, and don't have any additives or fabric softeners. Most mainstream detergents will get your diapers clean. They should NOT contain additives or fabric softeners.

We suggest changing cloth diapers every two hours to keep your infant comfy and avoid skin issues caused by having wetness against the skin.

Because cloth diapers are less absorbent than disposables, you may end up with more leaks.

There are several reasons why your cloth nappies might smell, including: cloth nappy washing routine needs tweaking. not using enough or too much detergent. ammonia build-up.

So how many nappies should you buy? Ideally you want around 25 nappies if you're using cloth nappies full time. There are still benefits to having a large stash because it allows you start using reusable nappies from birth on a full-time basis.

Here we'll answer the most common question we get from parents about starting their cloth nappy journey. 'How many cloth nappies do I need?' As a guide, we recommend 24 nappies if you're considering using cloth nappies full-time.

You can start using reusable nappies from newborn , but having your first child can come as quite a shock to the system and for many new parents, getting used to having a tiny, dependent bundle of joy settled into a routine is often a good idea before introducing cloth nappies.