A real nappy for night use is much bigger than a disposable, which can initially be a bit of a shock to the new user for the parent - the child doesn't care!
A child no longer having night feeds can easily sleep through 12 hours in the same nappy, as long as it is sufficiently boosted. Personally, I use either a purpose-designed cotton, bamboo or hemp booster pad however, you can use a half terry square, a disposable pad, a muslin less absorbent, but very large, so about the same efficiency , anything else absorbent that you can lay your hands on.
Place night padding at the front for a boy or between the legs for a girl. Alternatively, to make the nappy less bulky at any particular point, you can lay the boosting along the length of the nappy.
When you try your first night nappy, you can reduce your own anxiety by putting in two boosters instead of one and - when you are happy that this is reliable against leaks - you can try with just the one. With this option, you need to ensure that the wraps you use can cope with the quantity of boosters you have used, and that none of it sticks out. You will probably want to put the boosters along the length of the nappy so as to keep the nappy as slim as possible, rather than folding them.
Also, if you have one booster on the inside of the nappy and one on the outside between nappy and wrap , this won't make the nappy too tight for your baby to be comfortable or compromise the fit on the legs.
As for the cover, remember this nappy is going to be on for at least 12 hours, and so it makes sense to use one of the fabulously non-sweaty modern breathable PUL wraps that are now available rather than plastic or nasty PVC ones you can still unfortunately buy in high street stores. We also like how easy to remove the Pampers Premium are — making nappy changes on-the-go much easier. We have no leaks with these. Available from: Boots , Tesco and Amazon. The packaging is made from sugarcane — which is a renewable material.
There is even a Nappychat app. One of the most thoughtful nappies in many ways on our list. These are a great option for carers who want to reduce plastic use and need an alternative to reusable nappies. At 30p per nappy they are the priciest on our list, however they are loved by parents and toddlers alike. This offering from Aldi is a strong contender and extremely budget friendly compared to the rest of our list.
They distribute liquid evenly, help prevent against sagging for extra comfort and come in a thin design. They feature an ultra-dry air system to keep moisture away from the skin. Unlike the Pampers, these are a regular nappy and not pull ups. They are great value, although at this stage I would always prefer a pull-up as they seem to fit that bit better at this age. Available from: Aldi. I was a bit unsure if these would work, but these are great. I should say, we buy the biggest size as my daughter says she prefers a bigger fit.
These cute reusable nappies are soft, bright and comfy. We love the fact they come with a handy instruction leaflet for those who are trying reusable nappies for the first time. The only downside? They take a while to dry after washing and can be quite bulky, however they are still a good night-time nappy.
Some mums found it took a little practice to get used to them at first but found them to be really good quality and fitted really well without leaving marks. Read our full review here. Mum tester Georgina said : "I was a little unsure about trying reusable nappies at first as I thought they would be difficult and messy to use but these nappies have actually made the transition very easy.
They were extremely easy to use and my little boy remained dry throughout the night which I was really surprised at as even with some of the top branded disposable nappies this hasn't always been the case. The birth-to-potty nappy is made from a unique, fast-wicking panel to keep excess moisture in the middle of the nappy and has a soft elasticated waist and legs. It has an easy hook and loop fastening and stretchy tabs for a great fit and easy, quick, one-step changes just like a disposable.
It converts quickly from day-to-night with a specially-designed boosters, has a unique design and leakproof double leg gusset. The designs are cute and colourful, but if you have a wiggly baby, you might find these nappies slightly complicated to put on and take off. Mum tester Laura said : "Great value for money, and hold their value in the re-sell market as well, so it is worth spending that little bit extra.
They could comfortably wear them for over three hours with no leaks and they are a great night option too. Modibodi have now launched a baby range of sustainable and reusable baby products which include reusable nappies and bamboo nappy liners. Designed for multi-tasking modern parents, each nappy can be simply thrown in the wash, meaning no soaking, no special detergents, no scrubbing and no stains all whilst being free from harmful chemicals and Oeko-Tex Class-1 certified — the highest safety standard.
Each four pack of reusable nappies comes in unique, modern and stylish designs, provides 12 hours' overnight protection, and they can hold up to one litre of leaks! Review : "We've used reusable nappies for the last two years and none compare. We use these at night for our 2yo and 5mo and this product leaks less than any other. Quick drying, comfortable and easy to wash. A must have. Good value for money, there are a whopping designs to choose from and you can choose to buy just the nappy if you prefer disposable inserts , a bamboo insert, microfibre insert, or charcoal insert instead.
Mum Rachel on Amazon said : "I bought twelve of these nappies along with some microfibre and some bamboo inserts, and have used them with my baby since she was 2 months old. The inserts are super absorbent, which means her wees aren't sitting against her skin for hours on end when she sleeps longer at night, and the wraps dry really quickly after washing. Just FYI, I've found the bamboo inserts take a bit longer to dry.
The poppers mean I can make the nappy 'smaller' to fit her now, and as she gets bigger, I won't need to do them up so much that we can - hopefully - keep using them until she's potty trained. When you become a parent, you may want to think about eco-friendly options when selecting nappies. If your baby was to wear nappies daily until they were around two and a half the age when many tots are potty trained , it's likely you will have used around nappies, which take hundreds of years to decompose!
Some parents will still pick disposable nappies for their newborn, some only reusable nappies, while others opt for a mix of both.
It's entirely up to you as a parent what you decide and there is no right or wrong choice. Here are some pros and cons of each so you can make an informed decision. Disposable nappies are often the go-to for new parents, they are more convenient and save you a lot of time if you are busy trying to juggle taking care of your newborn along with a whole load of cloth nappy laundry.
Although you are producing more waste, when you're out and about you can throw away a disposable nappy rather and carry it around with you until you get home to wash it. They vary in price points depending on which brand you choose to buy, so for some parents, it's easier to manage on a smaller budget - but don't forget, it adds up in the long run.
Disposable nappies use harmless chemicals to lock in wetness, which is a plus so that your baby doesn't leak, but some parents may be concerned about any chemicals near their baby. However, while it's assumed reusable nappies are more eco-friendly because you are sending less waste to landfills, they need to be washed and dried at 60 degrees - the recommended temperature from the Department of Health.
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