Find out more about the Argyll & Bute Real Nappy Network
We will offer the chance for you to talk to parents with experience in using Real Nappies.

The aim of the ABRNN is to develop a sustainable. long-term approach to promoting reusable nappies as an alternative to disposables, thus reducing the number of disposables entering the waste stream. ABRNN will hold information events, with displays and demonstrations that will provide informed not enforced promotion of Real Nappies

Nearly 3 billion nappies are thrown away in the UK every year. The vast majority of these (90%) end up in landfill. Nearly eight million nappies are thrown away every day in the UK.

What is the Environmental Impact
All nappies have environmental impact. The only way parents can reduce environmental impact when using disposable nappies is to use fewer nappies. When paediatricians suggest ten to twelve changes a day in the early weeks, reducing to around six a day later on, to further reduce the number of nappy changes is not good health practice. Using real nappies puts parents in control.

Ten top tips to help the environment:

Use an energy efficient washing machine

Wash soiled nappies at 60 degrees

Wash wet nappies and waterproof wraps at lower temperatures along with the rest of your laundry

Avoid tumble drying - hang nappies out to dry or use an airer

Avoid soaking - store nappies dry in a lidded bucket

Avoid using unnecessary chemicals such as conditioners and sanitizers

Use eco-detergent

Never iron nappies or wraps

Extend the life of your nappies - reuse them on another baby, or give/sell them to someone else

Use washable liners

If you have thought about using Real Nappies and would like to try before you buy, then we currently offer TRIAL PACKS to any parent in the Argyll & Bute Local Authority Area and HIRE PACKS for the local Oban Area. The trial packs contain four nappies, two wraps/covers and liners.
Please contact:
Julie Fairbrass Project Worker for Oban, Lorn and the Isles
Kilbowie House
Gallanach Road
Oban
PA34 4PF
Tel: 01631 569188
e mail: julie.fairbrass@argyll-bute.gov.uk

Real Nappy Campaign.
Womens Environmental Network.
GRAB - Group for Recycling Argyll and Bute.