Flat Nappies
Although these may be considered 'Old-Fashioned', flat nappies are a really
good alternative to shaped nappies.
They're much cheaper to buy, easy to wash and quicker drying than the shaped
alternative.
Yes, you will have to fold them yourself, but this is quite easy and you'll
be shown lots of different
folds to see your child through to potty training. There's no need to use
a pin either, Nappi Nippas are the modern equivalent and are much safer for
parents and baby!
Flat nappies can initially be rather bulky on newborns, however muslins or
new Bamboo Terry Squares, which are much thinner, will be less bulky than cotton
ones.
Flat Nappies come in 40cm, 50cm and 60cm squares. Muslins are 80cm
square.
- 40cm are generally too small for folding even on a newborn, but are good
for just folding into a 'pad' and placing in a wrap or for stuffing pocket
nappies.
- 50cm ones are good for small babies as there's less 'bulk', but they
will be outgrown fairly quickly.
- 60cm is the traditional size and should see baby through to potty
training. Can be used from birth. but will be bulky.
- 80cm Muslins make a slim nappy for a newborn, however they're not as
absorbent. A booster can be used with them to increase absorbency if
needed.
Flat nappies require a Waterproof 'Wrap' to cover them, and a 'Liner' to keep
babies skin dry and to catch solids. Don't forget the nappi nippas too.
Folding Instructions coming soon...
How Many Will I Need?
For full time use, I'd generally recommend around 20 Flat Nappies. This
really depends on the age of the baby (newborns require more nappy changes),
which fabric you choose (drying time), and how often you'll wash. I can
help advise more on this if you're having a Home Demo.
Night-Time Nappies
Flat nappies can be used very successfully at night time. Generally
once baby is sleeping through the night, you'll need an extra 'Booster' in your
'usual' nappy. A booster is just a few extra layers of fabric to add more
absorbency to the nappy, and it's simply placed inside the nappy before putting
on baby, or placed in between the layers when folding.
Recommended wraps
Motherease Airflow (for Cotton Terries) as it's more
'roomy' for bulky nappies, or Motherease Rikki (slim fitting for muslins with
newborns). Either of the above for use with Bamboo/Coloured Bright Bots Terrys.
 
Brands available through Green Tots
Little Ewe, Babeco, Bright Bots
| 
