We have had so many nappies go out to new homes this week, and plenty of questions about washing them. So many parents are taking advantage of our 20% off sale.
Our washing instructions are on our website. But I have a few little tricks to share here.
1. Always wash nappies before use. This is to remove anything in the nappies that is coating the fabrics (this stops them absorbing as well as the should).
2. My best way to wash is to pop the nappies in warm water overnight to soak. In the morning, wash them with a little bit of detergent, do an extra rinse and dry. They are ready to use. This is more water conservative then washing 6-8 times and does the job just as well. Remember the nappies will probably continue to hold more and more for the first few uses.
3. I've said it many times, but I will again. Get a clothes horse. You can easily move your nappies around to find the sun, or bring inside to finish drying at night You can hang the nappies the night before, then hang out in the sun the next moring (nice and easy once all the kids are awake and you have no time left!).
My last piece of advice for the day comes as Australia faces yet another heat wave and a predicted summer scorching. If it is HOT, dry your nappies in the shade. Your nappies will be damaged by too much heat (sitting in the scorching sun is very very hot). Look at the damage to your outside toys and furniture that sit in the sun for a couple of months. That same sun is eating at your nappies - so take care as it will deteriorate your elastics and waterproofing.
Most of all, enjoy those cute cloth bottoms!
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