New baby

Designed specially for the first few weeks of your little one’s life, these diapers are slim fitting and easy to secure, even on a squirming newborn.

Most newborn diapers will have a high back, double leg cuffs and a special absorbent core to contain the soft, runny poop that’s associated with your tiny baby’s developing digestive system.

Young baby

Suitable from when your baby is small through to early toddlerhood, these diapers also have impressive absorbency and leak-free qualities. Emphasis is on dryness, with most brands offering through-the-night dryness and skin protection for your little one’s bottom. Sizes are numbered and relate to your baby’s weight.

Older baby

Designed for older babies who are up on their feet and on the move, these diapers are still absorbent but allow for more flexibility. They also have super strong grips to keep them in place when your tot’s exploring. Manufacturer’s often use ‘active fit’ to describe these diapers.

Eco disposable diapers

With similar features to a normal disposable, these diapers are kinder to the environment as they are partly made from renewable materials.

The pros of disposable diapers

• Quick and easy to put on, and ideal to stash in your bag when you’re out and about
• You don’t need to spend time and money washing them, and you can throw them straight in the garbage so dirty ones don’t take up space.
• Absorbent and excellent at drawing moisture away from your little one’s bottom, keeping his skin dry.

The cons of disposable diapers

• Because they contain chemicals they may aggravate skin.
• Every standard disposable ends up in a landfill, where it can take up to 500 years to decompose.
• Long term they’re more expensive that reusables, although bulk buying can save some money.