Cloth nappies
Cloth nappies & accessories
popolini cloth nappies are a natural, skin-friendly and cost-effective alternative to disposable nappies. Since 1991, families have relied on our nappies made from organic cotton and wool – simple, absorbent, durable and made in Europe. Not sure which system suits you? Read our cloth nappy guide below the products.
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Natural cloth nappies from popolini
With over 30 years of experience, popolini makes cloth nappies from natural, certified materials, produced in our own factory in Hungary. Whether you want to start straight away or try before you buy – you are in good hands with us.
Three cloth nappy systems
Each system suits a different day-to-day life. All of them work with our nappy covers and absorbent inserts.
Versatile
2-in-1 system
Good for a slim daytime nappy; adjust absorbency for the night.
- Absorbent insert, e.g. a prefold or muslin
- Waterproof cover, e.g. Snap2Fit
Recommended kit: 25–30 inserts, 3–5 covers, 1–2 rolls of nappy liners.
Heavy-duty
2-piece system
Good for nights and long stretches.
- Fitted cloth nappy, e.g. UltraFit (hook-and-loop) or MaxiSnap (poppers)
- Waterproof cover, e.g. PopoWrap, Vento or a wool cover
Recommended kit: 20–25 nappies, 3–4 covers, 1–2 rolls of liners.
Newborn tip: our newborn nappies fit from 2 kg.
Practical
3-in-1 system
Good for potty training – the waist folds down for easy potty access.
- EasyFree nappy with waterproof inner pocket
- Insert, plus a booster if needed
Recommended kit: 3 outer nappies, 6 inner pockets, 25–30 inserts and boosters, 1–2 rolls of liners.
See also our potty training clothes and accessories.
Try first: the cloth nappy rental kit
Rent all three systems for several weeks, hygienically cleaned and ready to use. Email us your child’s weight, size and age at webshop@popolini.com.
Nappy vouchers from your council
Many municipalities in Austria and Germany support cloth nappies with [prüfen: Betrag, z. B. „up to €200“]. You can redeem the voucher online or in our stores – ask your local council for details.
Cloth nappy accessories
The essentials
- 1–2 rolls of nappy liners
- 5–10 washcloths or cleaning wipes
- 2 large nappy sacks or 1 nappy bucket with 2 mesh laundry bags
- 2 small travel sacks
- 1–2 washable changing mats
Nice to have
- 3 bodysuit extenders
- 1–2 swim nappies
- 5–8 stay-dry inserts for dry skin during the day or extra night-time protection
- Bourette silk insert for sensitive skin
- Snappi fastener for prefolds and muslins
Washing cloth nappies
- Collect: remove the liner, close hook-and-loop tabs, store in a mesh or wet bag for up to 3 days.
- Wash: full load at 40–60 °C (no eco programme), enzyme-free powder detergent, no fabric softener.
- Dry: pull damp nappies into shape, air-dry or tumble dry on low.
Wool covers need lanolin care every 2–3 weeks. Step-by-step instructions are in our cloth nappy guide.
Why popolini cloth nappies
- Personal advice from over 30 years of supporting families, in our stores and online
- Certified materials: GOTS organic cotton and OEKO-TEX, kind to sensitive skin
- Three systems for every phase, up to potty training
- Reusable for years and for siblings
- Made in Europe in our own factory under fair conditions