The Real Nappy Campaign aims to highlight the problems associated with common disposable nappies and encourages local parents to make the waste-conscious choice to switch over to washable alternatives.
We believe that washable nappies are the most environmentally friendly choice for parents, helping to protect resources for future generations, save waste and also save families money.
Did you know?
- Nearly 8000 babies are born in Northamptonshire every year
- Approximately one tonne of disposable nappies per baby is thrown away every year
- The first disposables are still slowly rotting away in landfill sites around Northamptonshire.
- The plastic in the nappies may never rot away completely
- In a household with a baby up to 50% of their household rubbish could be disposable nappies
- Every year councils in the UK spend at least £40 million disposing of disposable nappies
Events
A number of events routinely take place throughout the county to promote the eco-friendly alternative to highly wasteful, disposable nappies. Become a fan of the Recycle for Northamptonshire Facebook page for information on events in your area.
Nappacinos
A coffee morning with a twist; Nappacinos are an opportunity to meet up with other parents and find out more about using real nappies. The following nappacinos take place on a regular basis. See our regularly updated facebook page for more details.
- Horton Maternity Unit, Horton Hospital, Oxford Rd, Banbury, OX16 9AL. Held on the 1st Saturday of every month at 12:40 (after the hospital tour).
Reusing Pays
We encourage all new parents to stop using disposable nappies and try out real cotton nappies instead. To help environmentally-friendly parents make a sustainable choice, we offer a cashback scheme.