Choosing nappies: washable vs disposable

Nappies will be part of your life for several years - here's how to pick the right type for your baby
Discover the pros and cons of washable and disposable nappies, from convenience to cost
It's not just disposable nappies that have an environmental impact - Which? shows you how to lessen the damage

What's in this guide

You don't need to stick to one type of nappy – disposables are handy on holiday even if you use washables the rest of the time.

Disposable nappies seem like the cheap option, but do the costs of endless nappy changes mount up over time?

Do disposables absorb messes better, or are washable nappies actually a better way to keep your baby clean and dry?

Disposables go into landfill, but washables have their own eco issues - here's how to minimise the energy you use with all that washing.