How many reusable nappies do I need?

How many reusable nappies do I need?

Using reusable nappies part-time

Some people like to use a mix of disposable and reusable nappies. Based on using 2-3 reusable nappies per day, on a part-time basis, we recommend you have 8-10 nappies with washing every 1-2 days.

Using reusable nappies full-time

For full-time use we would recommend 18-25 nappies; based on using 6-8 reusable nappies per day and to allow 1-2 days between washing. Also remember to check out our extra absorbent night time nappy range.

all in one award winning reusable nappy by Modern Cloth Nappies
What's the difference between an all-in-one nappy and our nappy & wrap option?
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All-in-one

Our bestseller and winner of the best reusable nappy award 2023. A nappy with inbuilt wrap and insert for ultimate convenience - just pick your pattern and go! You can add boosters for extra absorbency but if you're looking for an overnight nappy you would be best to choose our nappy & wrap option.

Night time overnight reusable nappy
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Nappy & wrap

Best for night time, these nappies provide maximum absorbency for a longer time between changes. You'll need our bedtime nappy and waterproof wrap which you can add extra boosters as required. This option is guaranteed more ZzZz's but isn't 'grab and go' like the our all-in-one.

What's the difference between an all-in-one nappy and our nappy & wrap option?
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Rating of 4 means .
The rating of this product for "" is 2.

All-in-one

Our bestseller and winner of the best reusable nappy award 2023. A nappy with inbuilt wrap and insert for ultimate convenience - just pick your pattern and go! You can add boosters for extra absorbency but if you're looking for an overnight nappy you would be best to choose our nappy & wrap option.

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Rating of 4 means .
The rating of this product for "" is 4.

Nappy & wrap

Best for night time, these nappies provide maximum absorbency for a longer time between changes. You'll need our bedtime nappy and waterproof wrap which you can add extra boosters as required. This option is guaranteed more ZzZz's but isn't 'grab and go' like the our all-in-one.

Frequently asked questions

How often should you change a reusable nappy

When it comes to changing nappies, we recommend you change your baby’s nappy around every 2-3 hours, earlier if soiled. You can boost your baby’s nappy for night-time use. This is a guide; you may find you achieve longer or shorter times in modern cloth nappies dependant on babies age and how much they wee/poop.

How many reusable nappies for use part-time

Based on using 2-3 reusable nappies per day on a part-time basis we reccommend you have 8-10 nappies with washing every 1-2 days.

How many nappies for use full-time

For full-time use we would reccomemed 18-25 nappies. This is based on using 6-8 reusable nappies per day and to allow 1-2 days between washing.

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