Q. Why are my nappies are leaking?

♦ Have you used barrier creams (oil-based creams)?

Solution: Please do not use barrier creams with these nappies. These creams create a build up on the suedecloth and can cause the nappy to leak. If your baby has nappy rash please use water-based creams. To get rid of creams on the suedecloth perform a strip wash, outlined below. You can also use a liner (placed on top of the suedecloth) if you with to use creams. Raw silk is a great liner if your baby has a nappy rash. Also give your baby lots of nappy-free time.

♦ Have you used fabric softeners or bleach?

Solution: Please do not use fabric softeners or bleach on these nappies.

♦ Are you only using 1/4 to 1/2 of the recommended washing powder/liquid?

Solution: You need to only use 1/4 to 1/2 of the recommended washing powder/liquid. If you have used more, your nappies may have a build up of powder/detergent on them. Please perform a strip wash, outlined below.

♦ Where is the nappy leaking?

If the nappy is leaking at the legs then the nappy may not have been put on tight enough. If the nappy is gaping at the legs then it needs to be put on tighter. The front part of the nappy can be folded down for smaller babies.

If the nappy is leaking at the back, ensure that the insert is not sticking out the top of the pocket opening. Make sure that the suedecloth is not sticking up further than the outer layer at the back.

If the nappy is leaking at the front, ensure that the insert has been inserted all the way and that it is lying flat.

If the nappy seems like it is leaking through the outer layer, then the nappy is most likely full.

♦ Sometimes the nappy will leak due to these things. Sometimes it is necessary to perform a strip wash or perhaps the nappy is just full. A nappy can only hold so much. If your nappy leaks and the insert/s is soaked you need to either change more often or add more inserts.

’Strip’ Wash

Sometimes it is necessary to perform a strip wash. To do this just wash your nappies in the machine with dishwashing liquid using hot water several times and then rinse in water several times. A ’Strip’ wash is sometimes needed to get rid of any washing powder/liquid build up or barrier creams which could cause the nappies to leak or could cause nappy rash.