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Every day, a staggering 8 million single-use nappies meet their fate in the United Kingdom and an estimated 1 million are disposed in Ireland. Sadly, the vast majority of these disposable nappies find their final resting place in either incineration...

The key aspect of maintaining cloth nappies is ensuring they are washed and dried properly. Proper drying not only preserves the longevity of the nappies but also helps them to maintain their absorbency and overall effectiveness for years to come. We'll explore the...

Maintaining you reusable nappies is simple when you have an easy wash routine to follow. One of the common mistakes made by cloth nappy users is using vinegar as a cleaner or rinse aid. While vinegar is a natural and...

Washing and maintaining your reusable nappies is essential to having them last from birth to potty training with not just one child, but subsequent children as well. It is crucial to follow proper care instructions to ensure the longevity and...

Bio vs Non-Bio Laundry Detergents: What’s the Difference? When it comes to laundry detergents, you have two main options to choose from: bio and non-bio. But what exactly sets these two types of laundry detergents apart? We’ll explore the differences...

Enzymes: The Key to a Deep Clean A good laundry detergent is essential to keep reusable nappies, wipes, sanitary pads, and nursing pads clean and hygienic. But have you ever wondered what makes these household detergents so effective? The answer lies...

Surfactants in Laundry Detergents: Understanding their Role in Cleaning As we mentioned in our other Washing 101 article regarding enzymes in laundry detergents, choosing the right detergent is important to help us to keep our reusable nappies, wipies, period pads, and...

As a new parent, it can be overwhelming to navigate the world of baby products and figure out what is best for your family. One important decision to make is whether to use reusable or single-use products. While single-use products...

What is Lanolin and How Does it Work? Lanolin is a wax that is extracted from the wool of sheep, and is often used as a treatment for wool nappy covers. When applied to a wool cover, lanolin helps to make the...

How To: Wool Nappy Covers Wash Guide Wool nappy covers can be a great alternative to synthetic covers, as they are breathable, temperature regulating, and can be worn for longer periods of time between washes. However, they do require a bit...

When you consider making the switch to using reusable nappies the terminology and research can seem a little bit daunting at first, and you may find yourself unsure with what you need to actually get started. Here at Summer Sweets...

What Are Swim Nappies and How Do Reusable Swim Nappies Work? Reusable swim nappies are dedicated nappies your little baby wears when swimming, be it at the beach or in the pool. These reusable nappies work in the same way...

Why should I choose to use reusable menstrual pads? Is it difficult to wash and care for them? How much money will I really save if I switch to cloth sanitary pads? Below we give you the answers to the...

Sustainable living is a simple and practical philosophy that aims to reduce personal and societal excess waste by making positive changes, also known as eco-swaps, which help to counteract climate change and other negative environmental concerns. What is a Sustainable...

Cloth Nappies – Let’s discuss some misconceptions and myths. There are so many misconceptions and myths circulating about reusable cloth nappies, so we asked our customers for the ones they’ve heard most often. "They always leak so they have to...

Why should I choose cloth nappies? Cloth v Disposable Nappies Each year in Ireland, 96 million disposable nappies will be dumped in landfills where they'll stay intact for centuries as they decompose. The very first disposable nappy which was introduced...

Why Should I Choose Cloth Nappies? Cloth nappies will save you a lot of money. This is an undisputed fact. Allow us to explain. Every parent or guardian has a different motivation for using cloth nappies. Your rationale for wanting...