What are eco-friendly nappies?
Environmentally friendly nappies are the same as the disposable but just reusable and therefore they are much more environmentally friendly. There are many different types of disposable nappies such as; original terries, pre folded eco-friendly, pre- shaped, all-in-one and bamboo. All of them are different in style but fulfil the same purpose. They each come with a wrap already sown into the nappy; all they need is a fresh (flushable) liner. Bamboo nappies are made from East Asian bamboo. They are 60% more absorbent than disposable nappies and because of this are slimmer. Bamboo is the fastest growing woody plant in the world.
Why use eco-friendly nappies?
Disposable nappies are a real problem for the environment it is thought that they take between 40 and 500 years to naturally decompose. About 2.8 billion nappies are sent to landfill sites each year (100,000,000 tonnes). Eco-friendly nappies contain fewer chemicals which reduces nappy rash and it is better for babies not to come into contact with as many chemicals at a fragile age. They provide a naturally dry environment for babies and because of this are thought to quicken toilet training. There are also benefits to parents from a financial point of view. By buying a few reusable nappies, although they cost more to begin with, will save money in the long run because there is no need to keep buying packs of disposable nappies."
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