Your Choices Explained

The wide variety of modern real nappies means there's almost certain to be a type of nappy system that suits you - with so many choices the problem can be deciding which one!

For a description of the different real nappy types, go to the Waste Aware Scotland web site where you can access loads of real nappy information and advice. You can also download their Real Nappy Guide which explains in detail the different styles available and how to use them.

The Dundee Real Nappy Campaign can provide you with impartial advice to help guide you through the many different types of reusable nappies to choose from. To help you decide what will suit you and your baby, the campaign has a real nappy library so that you can see and feel the different types of real nappies currently available. If you would like to view the real nappy library please contact the Community Waste Project Officer on 01382 432732 or 07590 227155 or email: real.nappies@dundeecity.gov.uk.

We have also put together a number of videos to help show just how easy it is to use reusable nappies.  You can view these videos on YouTube by following this link: Real Nappy Videos

Dundee City Council's Incentive Scheme offers an opportunity to try out a range of cloth nappies. See "Dundee City Council’s Incentive Scheme" section for further information.

Links To Related Sites of Interest

The Go Real Website historically known as the Real Nappy Campaign, Go Real is now independdently run by a Cornish based social enterprise, by parents who have had firsthand experience bringing children up in real nappies. Provides independent advice, forums and reviews.

Waste Aware Scotland – Provides information on what real nappies are, how they are used and the benefits of choosing to use real nappies. They also provide contacts for further information and useful resources which can be downloaded.