Does anyone know where i could buy cheap(ish) biodegradable disposable nappies - in UK (scotland)?

Question

I currently buy from local supermarket but find them quite pricey - On a tight budget, but want to do my bit for the planet!!

Answer 1

HI Flossie is right on about this. I have seen the more biodegradable ones , especially in Austrailia I think. (try ebay--that will give you some ideas.) Really though, I used cloth on all my kids, even as a single working mom, and now I use them on my Grandkids even though their parents don't. (Many times when money was tight they were really glad I had those cloth nappies around!)

Cloth is really easy, especially if you use the AIOs--"All In Ones". They are as easy as  disposables except for the washing--which is certainly worth the effort because not only are you saving the earth, you are saving a fortune in diaper costs over the diapering period of your child. AND they can be handed down! Try THAT with a disposable nappy!

They are really nice looking too! Can be custom made, or made on the cheap--which ever you prefer!

Here are some good sites with great info:

http://www.diaperpin.com/diapers/diaperp...

www.kushies.com

This one has some expensive but awesome diapers to look at:

http://www.diaperpin.com/diapers/diaperp...

And as before, check out ebay--there are many many WAHMs that stitch them up--some are quite good. Buy just one until you know you like them.

Also sold are Kushies, an excellent inexpensive brand that is really leakproof and other name brands. I've tried a lot, I prefer velcro rather than snaps for a snug fit.

Sorry this went away from your qustion, but I hope you find it useful anyway.

Answer 2

Some big supermarkets do 'Nature boy / girl' nappies. They're ok, but don't soak up as much as big brands. Unless you're going to biodegrade them at home though, there isn't much point, as organic matter in a landfill site rots and produces methane. You'd be better off with reusable nappies (they're cheaper too) look for a local nappy campaign, as they help with trial packs, vouchers and 'how to wash them the easy way'. I used cloth nappies with my younger son and his skin preferred them.

Also, they potty train much younger from cloth nappies!