Rule # 3 - Follow the care instructions of the nappy

Your gorgeous nappies have arrived in the post. You're so excited about them, you cant wait to put them on your baby. But before that dream can become a reality, you need to work out how you prepare them for use.

Even babies love the feel of a freshly laundered modern cloth nappy!

Each manufacturer will give you a set of care instructions. It is generally neccessary to follow these in order to experience success with your nappies and to ensure you don't void any available warranties.

If you want to succeed with cloth, nappies need to be properly cared for. Nappies that are not properly prepared for use, will leak as they need all the manufacturing additives removed to help them absorb. This also removes any nasties that your child might react to.

Long term care is equally important. The way you wash and store your nappies may effect the life of them. Exposing them to heat (dryer, excess sunshine or hot water) may deteriorate the elastics and the water proofing. Adding certain chemicals may also effect the elastics. For example, many users recommend the repetitive use of vinegar to soften nappies. Vinegar is an acid, and it will over time eat away at your nappies. The occasional use with a proper rinse will be OK, but adding vinegar to your nappies constantly may see them deteriorate very quickly.

Bleaches and products like napisan will also effect the longevity of your nappies as these chemicals will eat away at your nappies. Some detergents and fabric softeners will build up over time and effect the nappies absorbency.

Our general care instructions  are easy to follow and make using cloth nappies nice and easy. Just a few basic rules - only use a nappy friendly detergent, don't use your dryer and wash frequently (to avoid urine eating your nappies!). It may seem complicated at first but its actually the easiest washing you will do!

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