[pitzinoodles]

Just need to have a bit of a vent!

DD is nearly 3, I bought cloth nappies in 3 sizes over her first year of life. I got them out to put on DS and the elastic has gone in the small and medium sized nappies! They are totally useless!

I am especially crabby because I really didn't use them that much, some would have only been used 20 or so times, I washed them as per the instructions etc. According to the company I bought them from I can't expect the elastic to last this long (2-2.5yrs). How close together am I suppose to have my babies if I am going to use these nappies for more than one child. Which let's face is is the only way it is cheaper than disposables (they were relatively expensive nappies). I even wonder if the environmental impact of making the cloth nappies was any better than sposies if they have such a short life span.

Grrr what a waste of money! Can't believe this so called favorite brand was of such inferior quality. FWIW the BBH one size all nappies which were used and stored the same are in perfect condition! GGGRRRR

Ah that feels a little better!

This post has been edited by pitzinoodles: 27/03/2012, 02:39 PM

[niggles]

That must be frustrating. On the upside I think it would be fairly cheap to have them repaired with new elastic and use them. I have some that got a lot of use (I only had 12 nappies on high rotation for a year). The elastic is next to useless on them now so I plan to have it replaced. Like you, some brands are still perfect with that level of use but one in particular is not.

[noi'mnot]

I have some nappies that the elastic has died in, after 18 months of heavy use. I'm planning on replacing the elastic, when I get around to it...

You might find that if you can seek out somebody who can do this for you, you get more of your money's worth.

[vintage.blue]

So frustrating OP.

I've used some of the same nappies for both of my boys - some lasted really well through both boys but others had the same problem as you. I know some of the nappy makers give instructions about how to change the elastic. Maybe the business can tell you how to do it and if you aren't a sewer, you could find someone who could do it for you?? It would be cheaper than buying all new MCNs or disposables.

Good luck

[MakeLoveNotBacon]

My Babybeehinds lasted through two babies (nearly four years apart) but the ones I bought for this baby have not lasted (Bambooty) - the elastic went very quickly, around 6 mths. I would not buy anything other than Babybeehinds - they lasted 3+ years with my first (one-size-fits-all) and were good enough for the second (were getting a bit old but with a new cover they are very usable). Unfortunately lots of makers are cashing in on trend of MCNs and they are doing a crap job of it.

This post has been edited by MadameCatty: 28/03/2012, 03:51 PM

[Katie_bella]

I think storing nappies for a long time without washing them doesn't help the elastics also. Some brands recommend washing them every 2 months or so when not in use to prevent this. Otherwise i agree with PP, just get the elastics replaced.

[MakeLoveNotBacon]

FWIW, the ones where the elastic went, I use the BBH covers with them so I don't get leakage. Makes them a big bulkier but at least I can still use them.

[Kwyjibo]

What was the brand that didn't last?

Elastics are easily replaceable. Do you know anyone with sewing skills? There are online tutorials that can be followed.

Without knowing which type you have used it's hard to point you in the right direction for the correct information but here is just one video I have found which actually uses a no-sew method of replacing nappy elastics:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsiYu2ELOZQ

As your child is 3, I would presume that you have saved money by now anyway. So they have been cheaper than disposables.

This post has been edited by Bernard: 28/03/2012, 04:00 PM

[vintage.blue]

FWIW, the ones where the elastic went, I use the BBH covers with them so I don't get leakage. Makes them a big bulkier but at least I can still use them.

I did the same. Just basically treated them as a fitted nappy

[EssentialBludger]

Nothing compares to BBH IMO. Ones I bought for DD and used VERY regularly, and now also used for DS SEVEN YEARS later, are still in perfect condition.

The bambooties and ittis I bought new for DS lost their elastic within weeks.