Question 1

I keep getting leaks, help!"

Accepted Answer

A very common problem!
Here are some suggested solutions:
Check the fit of your nappy
Check the absorbency levels of your nappy

Question 2

Where do I put dirty nappies?

Accepted Answer

In your nappy kit, we provide a wet bag to put dirty nappies in until you put them in the wash. You can keep this wherever you like; common places are near the washing machine or in the room.
 
When you have your own nappies, you could use a nappy bucket (or 'pail') to store the dirty nappies. It is more common to dry pail than wet pail (aka soaking them) nowadays and doesn't impact the nappies' performance at all.

Question 3

What do I need in my change bag?

Accepted Answer

We recommend:
a wet bag for dirty nappies
spare dry nappies (already made up if using pockets/2 parters)
spare clothes (don't forget vest extenders if using!)
wipes. If you're using reusables, you can keep them already wet in a wet bag and then pop them in the dirty wetbag with the nappies.
Read our more detailed blog post here.

Question 4

My nursery/childminder has never used cloth, what's the best way to help them?"

Question 5

How do I wash nappies?

Accepted Answer

Generally we recommend looking at the manufacturer's instructions but we have a general advice post here that you can look at. There should also be advice in your padlet link provided with your kit.

Liverpool Cloth Nappy Library

Frequently Asked Questions

About Us

Where are you based?

What are your opening times?

What does the Library do?

I can't afford to buy reusable nappies, can you help?"

Using Nappies

I keep getting leaks, help!"

Where do I put dirty nappies?

What do I need in my change bag?

My nursery/childminder has never used cloth, what's the best way to help them?"

How do I wash nappies?

Hiring Kits

How do I hire a kit?

How do I choose a kit?

How much does it cost?

Do you offer help with Night Nappies?

My baby was premature/is small. Will the Newborn Nappy Kit be too big?

Can I borrow just one brand/type of nappy?

Do you stock nappies for older children?

Can I borrow a nappy for a photoshoot?

Buying Nappies

How many nappies do I need to get started?

Which nappies should I buy?

Am I allowed to...

What the heck do all the abbreviations mean??