Glossary of Frequently-Used Terms

  1. Fitted Cloth Nappy:  Just that, a nappy that is shaped to fit snugly on your baby, with elasticised legs and back.  Fitted Cloth Nappies often have velcro or snap closure.  Fitted cloth nappies allow for unrestricted leg movement, which is important when baby is learning to crawl and walk.
  • Cover:  The outermost layer when using cloth nappies.  You place the cover over the outside of the nappy to protect clothing from the nappy's wetness.  It is also knows as a 'wrap' or 'pilcher'
  • PUL:  PUL stands for Polyurethane Laminate, which is a waterproof coating applied to a polyester, nylon or cotton fabric.  In terms of best protection against leaks, we recommend you ensure the PUL fabric is a polyester knit base fabric. PUL is used for nappy covers and Pocket Nappies or All in One Nappies. PUL is far superior to PVC.  PUL actually breathes, to help keep baby cooler, where as PVC is completely airtight and can lead to nappy rash due to the build up of heat inside the nappy.  PVC and disposable nappies both mean baby endures heat build up inside the nappy, hence why neither are recommended.
  • Booster:  A Booster is designed to 'boost' the nappy when extra absorbency is required.  For example, at night time when baby often goes up to 13 hours without a nappy change.  A booster is an extra piece of cloth inserted into the nappy to enable it to absorb more fluid.  Boosters are often made from numerous layers of hemp, cotton or microfibre.
  • Liner:  A liner is optional.  It is placed against baby's skin to help reduce wetness, help heal rash and make clean ups easier.  Liners can be made from 100% polyester microfleece, raw silk or paper.  If you choose to use disposable liners that are available from the supermarket please ensure you do not flush them down the toilet.  They will clog your sewerage system and have a negative effect on our waterways.  Flushable disposable liners are hard to find and can be expensive.  The only brand we know of are the brand 'eenie'. We recommend using microfleece liners as they are completley washable and reusable and easy to care for.

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