If you are using cloth diapers for your baby, you know that there is a lot of equipment and accessories that go along with it.
From diaper pails to wet bags, there are a lot of different items that can make your life as a cloth diaper parent easier. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best cloth diaper accessories on the market today!
Accessorise! Accessorise! Accessorise! goes the mantra for jazzing up an outfit, but, when to comes to real nappies, nappy accessories are functional rather than cosmetic and will definitely make life easier for you – and your baby!
If you’re puzzled by the range of nappy accessories available – and not sure which you need – take a look at our guide below.
Nappy buckets
Naturally, you need somewhere to store your nappies until the next wash and a nappy bucket or nappy pail is one of the means of doing this. Whether you choose to wet or dry pail, you need a 14lr bucket – minimum – and preferably one that has a lid, simply to eliminate nasty smells.
If your baby is cared for during the day by a childminder or grandparents, it may be an idea to buy an additional nappy bucket for them to use. You can simply remove the nappy bucket liner and take it home with you at the end of the day.
Diaper Sprayers are a great way to pre-treat soiled diapers before washing them. Diaper sprayers attach to your toilet and allow you to spray off solid waste before placing the diaper in your wet bag or diaper pail. This can help reduce staining and odors.
Vest Extenders
Extend the life of your vests and onesies with the ingenious vest extender! Vest Extenders: You Get A More Comfortable Fit For Cloth Nappies
Nappy Wet Bags
appy wet bags provide you with an alternative to nappy buckets or pails. The bags are available in a variety of sizes so whether you have a newborn baby or a baby and a toddler who are both in real nappies there’s a size of bag that’s suitable for you! Nappy wet bags are particularly popular in homes which may be tight on space for a full-time nappy bucket or pail, and they have the added advantage of being stored at height – keeping them out of reach of little hands. Wet bags are also great for when you’re out and about, as you can simply pop your soiled nappies into one until you get home.
Nappy wet bags are flexible storage containers that you can use for anything other than nappies. Learn how to use your nappy bag creatively. Nappy Wet Bags: The Ultimate Guide
Nappy Liners – Complete Guide
Essentially, a Nappy Liner is a layer of cloth that traps solids while allowing liquids to pass through and into the nappy. Liners have no absorbency value and are only intended to make nappy changes more convenient for the parent. Nappy Liners – Complete Guide
Nappy Boosters
You may have a heavy wetter who needs extra all the time, a toddler who is going for longer between wee or a baby going through a growth spurt. Nappy Boosters
Nappy boosters are simply designed to provide an additional absorbent layer for a reusable nappy. Available in a variety of fabrics, they’re ideal for adding to nappies at times when you need extra absorbency, such as at night-time or on long car journeys. Boosters are essentially just strips of fabric that you place inside your baby’s nappy and you can choose from:
Cotton nappy boosters: easy to wash and dry, cotton nappy boosters are super absorbent.
Bamboo nappy boosters: soft and comfy for your baby, bamboo nappy boosters easily soak up excess urine.
Microfibre nappy boosters: a man-made microfibre that is not only extremely absorbent, but which also dries incredibly quickly.
Minkee nappy boosters: the ‘new kid on the block’, minkee nappy boosters are not only soft and luxurious to the touch, but also wick urine away from your baby’s skin brilliantly.
Hemp nappy boosters: usually used in tandem with another fabric booster, hemp nappy boosters are certainly durable, but can become a little rough if you live in a hard water area.
Charcoal nappy boosters: renowned for its antibacterial properties, charcoal makes a fantastic fabric for nappy boosters. Highly absorbent and quick to dry.
Disposable nappy booster pads: it probably goes without saying but when you’re on the go, or travelling on holiday, disposable nappy booster pads may just be the ticket!
Changing Bag For Reusable Nappies
When considering a bag for cloth nappies, there are a few key considerations that you must take into account. Changing Bag For Reusable Nappies : What To Consider
Mesh Washing Bag
If you are using a nappy bucket (dry pailing your nappies), then whilst you don’t have to have a mesh bag, we suggest that you do. Do I Need A Mesh Washing Bag For Cloth Nappies? or
Nappy bucket liner
As the name would suggest, nappy bucket liners are simply that! These mesh liners are easily installed inside the bucket and equally easily removed. Even better – they can be popped into the washing machine with the nappies, so it’s a good idea to purchase two or three so that, while one is in the washing machine or drying, you have a spare for the nappy bucket!
Inserts, Boosters & Liners
There is often confusion between boosters and liners however they actually serve very different purposes. This guide is designed to give you an insight into their differences. Inserts, Boosters & Liners For Cloth Nappies
Worth their weight in gold, nappy liners are a fabulous way of making poo disposal just that little bit easier! Simply place the liner on the top of the nappy before putting it on your baby and then, when you’re changing the nappy, just flush the poo down the toilet before putting the dirty nappy into your nappy bucket. If you opt for disposable nappy liners, then you can simply flush them down the toilet with the poo!
Usually made from corn starch or paper, these flushable nappy liners – which come in a roll – are completely biodegradable and safe to flush. They’re quick and convenient for you to use, but they also give you peace of mind in knowing that they’re keeping moisture away from your baby’s skin!
Reusable Baby Wipes
Washable wipes are so easy on the environment because they help reduce landfill waste of disposable baby wipes AND they save money! Reusable Baby Wipes : Everything You Need To Know!
Just as there’s a choice between real and disposable nappies, there a similar choice in wipes. When it comes to wiping your baby’s bottom, washable wipes are not only the eco-friendly and cost-saving option, you also have peace of mind in knowing that you’re treating your baby’s skin to something that is natural, rather than chemically-inspired! They’re also easy to care for since they can be simply popped into the washing machine with your real nappies!
