Also see Nappy free/ EC
Why use cloth?
[This section needs to be updated - links are broken and more information is needed]
"If you’ve ever said no to cloth nappies because:
‘soaking is such a chore’
‘they’ll give my baby rashes’
‘don’t cloth nappies smell?’
Then its time to take another look!"
Modern Nappies is a resource for independent information on modern cloth nappies in Australia and New Zealand.
“We are a group of parents who use and love modern cloth nappies. Concerned about the lack of information available through mainstream sources, we have put together this website to show you the benefits of modern cloth nappies and to dispel a few myths.”
See the Natural Parenting Directory (on the left hand side of this website) for a list of suppliers of: fitted cloth nappies, ‘eco’ disposable nappies, nappy covers (pilchers) and clothes for cloth wearing babies.
Fitted Cloth nappy pattern
Here is a free cloth nappy pattern with which you could make your own nappies using any old material or clothing items.
Absorbent flat nappy fold without bulk
The Jo Fold is an excellent way to fold a square cloth nappy – from newborn to toddlers.
Eco-Disposables – how biodegradable are they?
Responsible Use of Disposable Nappies … and new Eco-disposables by Jannine Barron
Since this article was written a 100% biodegradable nappy has been developed by a mum in WA. See the Natural Parenting Directory (on the left hand side of this website) for a list of suppliers.
Modern Cloth Nappies & EC (Elimination Communication)