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How To: Best Practices for Drying Your Reusable Nappies
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...
Washing 101: Bio versus Non-Bio Laundry Detergents
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...
Washing 101: Surfactants in Laundry Detergent
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...
Top 5 Reusable Products for New Parents and Babies
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...
Cloth Nappy Shopping Guide
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...
Reusable Sanitary Pads  - A comprehensive list of FAQs
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...
How to Be More Sustainable: 44 tips
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...
Why should I choose cloth nappies?
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...