Going on holiday is fun, helps the family make unforgettable memories, takes us to beautiful places, makes us appreciate the World and broadens our horizons… yet it has a number of challenges when it involves going away with a young family. We made the choice to use cloth nappies with our children mainly because we […]
Swimming with your baby or toddler… which re-usable nappy?
It is hot and finally summer is here. Your baby and toddler love the water and you can both have a great time together in the pool or on the beach. There is so much to think about, but a good essential starting point is to consider whether to purchase single use disposable nappies or […]
Summer’s here… Elements, three fresh new cloth nappy designs from TotsBots!
“I am going shopping for my summer holiday’s wardrobe… are you coming?” … a smile beams out of my child’s happy face as she sits in her comfortable and eco-friendly cloth nappy by TotsBots. Summer is about fun, relaxation, family times, new experiences, time outdoors and everything bright and beautiful. This vision of time is […]
Potty Training for the slightly Older Child
So there are many reasons that your child may not have potty trained earlier. Perhaps they just didn’t get the concept, don’t have any interest or perhaps they have a special need that means that they just cannot be potty trained at the same time as other children. So there are lots of potty training […]
A day on the Beach – Why you should bring a Happy Nappy Wetsuit
Beautiful family days on the beach… Some days are sunny, but a lot are not too bright or sunny and, especially on the beach, there can often be a bit of a breeze… assuming you, like us, live in the UK. There are lots of beautiful little swimming costumes you can get for your little […]
Newborn Nappies – Which are the best?
So you are due to have a baby, any day now, and you need to make the decision to go cloth or disposables. Well, here at Funswim Cloth will win every time. Your little one is more comfortable, will suffer less leaks and blowouts (also positive for you) and is likely to potty train earlier. […]
National Drowning Prevention Week – Water Safety at the Beach – Advice from the RLSS
WATER SAFETY AT THE BEACH Over 700 people drown in the UK and Ireland every year and many more suffer injury, some life-changing, through non-fatal experiences. More people die from drowning in the UK and Ireland than from domestic fires or cycling accidents. Top 10 beach safety tips Seek advice from your travel agent when […]
National Drowning Prevention Week – Water Safety on Holiday
WATER SAFETY ON HOLIDAY Each year UK citizens drown on holiday abroad so being aware of the basic principles of water safety on holiday, combined with knowledge and understanding of the hazards, can increase enjoyment and significantly reduce the number of deaths each year. People preparing for their summer holidays should ensure simple advice is […]
We are singing in the Rain – Children who play outdoors are happiest!
Some days can be rather trying, especially if the weather is wet and miserable. Keeping children entertained and provide them with opportunities for them to exercise their creativity can also be more challenging in bad weather. At Funswim we believe that children are at their happiest when playing outdoors. Children love splashing in puddles, […]
A Blog from Bambooty: How to Wash and Care for your Easy Nappies.
Prewash Before using the new Easy nappies by bambooty please prewash to remove any manufacturing residues. Also soaking the nappies in water overnight seems to help build up the absorbency in the nappies. Keep in mind that bamboo takes up to 8 washes to maximise its absorbency. We do not suggest that all 8 need […]
The Born Smart 2.0 Newborn Nappy – A blog from Smart Bottoms
It’s said that the only thing constant in life is change. Change leads to growth, it pushes us to do more than we think we’re capable of, and it’s a good thing. At Smart Bottoms they are always looking for ways to improve their products, which is why they are so excited to offer the redesigned Born […]
Washable Wipes: Kind to your child’s bottom and to the environment!
When we decided to use cloth nappies for our children they were 2 months and 20 months. It took us a long time to make this decision as we were prioritising our busy lives and not realising that disposable nappies, wipes, powder, creams, etc were contributing to the demise of our beautiful world we live […]