Organic nappies

Every 'disposable' nappy that was ever made is still with us, quietly festering away in some land fill (they take about 1000 years to biodegrade). But the alternative conjours images of large pots of boiling water, slowly being stirred for hours at a time.

Of course the reality is far from this. Modern washing machines will handle nappies quite easily and, let's face it, you're going to be doing plenty of washing anyway. Cloth nappies can be washed and reused hundreds of times, more than enough for two kids worth, they reduce nappy rash, have no suspect chemicals and represent a much better use of the world's resources by minimising waste.

Even better, for around the same price as disposables, a number of companies are offering nappy laundering services (see below).

Organic baby nappy retailers


Spirit Of Nature Ltd Unit 7 Hannah Way, Gordleton Industrial Park, Lymington, SO41 8JD Tel: +44 (0)870 725 9885 Fax: +44 (0)870 725 9886 Website: www.spiritofnature.co.uk Email: mail@spiritofnature.co.uk A range of natural, high quality products that not only look and feel great, but are free from harmful chemical residues.

Babipur 18 Bank Place, Porthmadog, LL49 9AA Tel: 01766 515240 Fax: 01766 515346 Website: www.babipur.co.uk Email: shop@babipur.co.uk We are an internet shopping site bringing together the best of ethical shopping for babies & young children. Babi Pur - Welsh for Pure Baby

Crafty 'n' Clothy 25 Albert Drive, Morley, Leeds, LS27 8SE Website: www.craftynclothy.com/ Email: contact@craftynclothy.com We stock a range of cloth nappies and organic toys.

Mums Space PO Box 57620, London, NW7 0BY Website: www.mums-space.co.uk We offer a range of high quility organic and natural products for you and your baby. These products include organic new baby clothing gift set, organic toiletries and toys. We also offer free services. A classified for baby related items and directory with listings for baby groups, nurseries, shops, antenatal classes and spa days.

Nappy Ever After Tel: 020 7383 5115 Website: www.nappyeverafter.co.uk Email: mail2007@nappyeverafter.co.uk More and more parents in the UK are discovering the benefits of Bummis organic cotton nappies, available from Nappy Ever After. With cotton there are no allergies, less nappy rash, good postural support and the potential for early potty training.

Naturebotts Tel: 0845 226 2186 Fax: 01793 487 984 Website: www.naturebotts.co.uk " making the difference from the bottom up.. ." Naturebotts is the one-stop shop for everything eco for your baby, from eco disposable nappies & natural remedies to biodegradable baby wipes & organic baby food, we’ll be with you as your baby grows. Free next day delivery on all orders over £60.

Sam-I-Am! 4 Sharon Road, Chiswick, London W4 4PD Website: www.nappies.net Email: Sam-I-Am@nappies.net Cotton nappies and accessories are the environmentally friendly alternative to disposables. New 100% organic cotton nappy also available and produced in the UK.

The Nappy Laundry Company 73 Lily Loch Road, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, AB39 2WB Tel: 01569 767342 Website: www.thenappylaundry.com Email: sales@thenappylaundry.co.uk Take the plunge this summer with our range of swim nappies.