Monthly Archives: April 2010

Ethical Consumer – 2010

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

We are delighted to have been given the top rating in ethical consumer’s buyer’s guide for nappies. We were awarded an ethi-score of 16/20 and received ‘no criticisms’ in 19 of the 20 categories assessed. Categories include climate change, habitats and resources, animal rights, human rights etc. Pampers came out bottom with a score of [...] Read more

Not all nappies are rubbish

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

As part of our zero waste policy we  offer a return to base service for any unwanted Tots nappies. If you have finished with your nappies and you don’t have anyone to pass them on to or sell to, then you can send them back to us (clean please!) and we will forward them to [...] Read more

Washable Nappies Are Best for the Environment

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

The most recent government report comparing the environmental impact of reusable versus disposable nappies has concluded that reusable nappies are up to 40% better for the environment than their disposable counterparts. The key finding of the report shows that the environmental benefits are achieved by following simple washing guidelines like: avoiding tumble drying nappies using [...] Read more

Real Nappies for London

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

With Real Nappies for London you could receive a free voucher to buy real nappies or to pay for a nappy laundry service from participating businesses across London.

Niffy Nappy Bucket!

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

The whiff from a full nappy bucket can sometimes be a bit overpowering, however a handy tip to keep your nappy bucket fresh is dip a cotton bud in Tea Tree oil and sellotape it to the underside of your laundry bucket lid. Some people recommend a few drops in the bucket but the first [...] Read more

What about nappy rash?

Posted by on Mon 5 Apr 2010

Your reusable nappies are no more likely to cause nappy rash than disposables. A recent survey conducted by Bristol University into nappy rash concluded that “disposable nappies give little protection” and that “the type of nappy worn did not emerge as a significant factor”.