Reusable nappies
We process around 84 tonnes of soiled disposable nappies every week, and some of this still goes to landfill. Reusable 'real' nappies are a non-wasteful alternative.
Why choose reusable nappies?
- Easy to use and clean
- Can be used again if you have another baby
- Can save you money
- You can line-dry rather than tumble dry them
- There are lots of materials and styles to choose from
- You can help reduce waste
You can download a copy of our frequently asked questions at the bottom of the page, which explain more about using real nappies.
Nappy lending libraries
There are several lending libraries and nappy advisors in Leicester who offer advice, support and nappy lending kits, to encourage parents to use reusable nappies.
Christine Hague - Nappy Advisor
Email: nappybums27@gmail.com
Nics Nappy Library Leicester
Facebook: /Nicsnappylibrary
Email: nicsnappylibrary@hotmail.com
Visit: 'Nappy Natter' at Summers Cafe, Cort Crescent Community Centre - every Thursday, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Market Harborough Nappy Library
Facebook: /Market-Harborough-Nappy-Library
Email: nappylibrary@yahoo.com
Visit: contact the library directly for more information and events
Melton Mowbray Nappy Library
Twitter: @meltonnappies
Email: meltonnappylibrary@gmail.com
Visit: 'Nappy Natter' at The Edge Sure Start Centre, Dalby Road, Melton Mowbray - every second Monday of the month, 10am
Where can I buy nappies?
Please note, we do not endorse any of these stockists and accept no liability in connection with their services or information on their websites.
The Nappy Lady
Email: info@thenappylady.co.uk
Phone: 0845 652 6532
www.thenappylady.co.uk
Angela's Nappies
Email: angelamacfadyen@yahoo.co.uk
Nature Babies
Email: contact@naturebabies.co.uk
Phone: 01509 889 502
Little Lamb Nappies
Email: Vicky@littlelamb.co.uk
Phone: 0800 917 5770
www.littlelambnappies.com
Other useful contacts
Please note, we do not endorse any of these contacts and accept no liability in connection with their services or information on their websites.
The Used Nappy Company
An auction site in the UK to buy and sell used, pre-loved reusable nappies.
www.usednappies.co.uk
National Childbirth Trust
Provides support for parents on a variety of topics, including real nappies, local events and discussion forums.
www.nct.org.uk
Mumsnet
Provides information on local real nappy services and forums discussing real nappies.
www.mumsnet.com
Netmums
Provides information on local real nappy services and forums discussing real nappies.
www.netmums.com
Cloth Nappy Tree
A free, unbiased and privacy rich place to discuss and recycle reusable cloth nappies.
www.clothnappytree.com