Step-by-step guide to pre-fold reusable nappies

The nappies, outer wraps and liners can all be bought separately, and the wraps have some really funky patterns.

The pre-fold reusable nappies we used

Bambino Mio, £11.95 for a trial pack of a nappy, cover and liner.

Step 1: Fold

Lay the waterproof outer layer open on a flat surface and fold the rectangular nappy to fit the length of the layer when it’s lying open.

Step 2: Smooth

Try to keep the material flat and smooth to avoid uncomfortable bulky bits bunching up the nappy when it’s on your baby.

Step 3: Pull up

Place your baby onto the nappy and pull it up towards his tummy.

Step 4: Fasten wrap

Bring the Velcro tabs of the wrap together to fasten the nappy securely in place.

Why choose reusable nappies?

While we’re all keen to save money at the moment and watching our family budget with eagle-eyes, it’s a good time to think about trying reusable nappies as they may save you up to £500 per child, according to the Women’s Environmental Network and Real Nappies for London.

“They’re also a good option if you’re worried about the absorbency chemicals in disposables getting near your baby’s skin,” says Tamara Rayment from the Women’s Environmental Network and Real Nappies for London.

There are four main types of reuseable nappies you’ll come across:

• Pocket
• Pre-fold
• Shaped
• All-in-ones