Question 1

How are Progeny and PlanetCare nappies better for baby and better for the environment?

Accepted Answer

Both Progeny and PlanetCare nappies use chlorine free and 100% FSC certified fluff pulp as the absorbent filling in the nappy. Both the inner and outer nappy layers are made from bamboo fibre. We source the fluff pulp in Progeny nappies from Denmark, while the fluff pulp in the PlanetCare nappies comes from the USA.

Question 2

What are the core ingredients that are used to craft these earth-friendly nappies?

Accepted Answer

The ingredients in the nappies include: Bamboo Fibre Total chlorine free (TCF) fluff pulp (you have this listed twice in the PlanetCare nappies ingredients) Sticky Tapes Non-woven fabric Super absorbency polymer  Progeny nappies also have listed Compostable resin from non-GMO Cornstarch.

Question 3

How can I find the perfect nappy size for my baby?

Accepted Answer

All babies are different, which is why we size our nappies in both age and weight to help you choose the right size.  As you can see there is some overlap between the nappy sizes, so as an example, if your 3-month-old is the height and weight of a 4-month-old you’re probably going to want to choose a medium rather than a small. However, if your premature 6-month-old is more the size and weight of a 3-month-old, you will probably want to choose the small rather than the medium. When it’s time to reorder, if baby is in that “crossover” weight e.g., around 3 months old and weighing between 6 and 8 Kg, we’d generally suggest ordering the medium rather than the small as that would be better value for you. Small (Size 2)        :         0-3 months       3-8 kg Medium (Size 3)    :         4-11 months     6-11 kg Large (Size 4)        :         9-24 months     9 - 14 kg X Large (Size 5)     :        18-36 months    12 - 18 kg

Question 4

Can you please explain how the nappy layers you use work to keep baby comfortable and dry?

Accepted Answer

The combination of fluff pulp that we use, and the bamboo fibre lining work together to maximise our nappies super-fast absorbency. We use a high-quality bamboo fibre that is naturally processed to retain its absorbency as well as its bacteriostatic properties (bamboo is naturally able to stop bacteria from reproducing).  This means that liquid is quickly drawn away from baby through the lining into the fluff pulp. We then spare no effort to ensure the fluff pulp in baby’s nappy is the age appropriate quantity for maximum absorption and retention.

Question 5

Where are your nappies manufactured and what safety tests do they undergo?

Accepted Answer

Our nappies are manufactured in China in an ISO 9001 (Quality Management Standard) certified facility, with the finished product subject to independent tests, including the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Annex 4 Product Class 1 certification*. *This is the standard for Articles for Babies and Toddlers. Our Oeko-Tex certification can be confirmed here https://www.oeko-tex.com/en/label-check

Question 6

What makes Progeny and PlanetCare nappies different from local store-bought nappies?

Accepted Answer

Most commercially produced nappies which are purchased through local stores are not eco-friendly, biodegradable, or compostable and many contain chemicals and other toxins that can harm baby’s sensitive skin.  They also take many hundreds of years to decompose. Both our Progeny and PlanetCare nappies contain no harmful chemicals or toxins, are made from eco-friendly renewable and sustainable resources and have been shown to breakdown even under landfill conditions.  By choosing Progeny or PlanetCare nappies you are making a purchase that is better for your baby, better for our environment and better for our planet’s future, and all at a price that is comparable with store bought nappies.

Question 7

How long do the nappies take to decompose?

Accepted Answer

For Progeny nappies, up to 80% of the nappy will decompose within 75 days, with the remainder biodegrading in approximately 2 years. For PlanetCare nappies, up to 60% of the nappy will decompose within 90 days, with the remainder biodegrading in around 3 years. By comparison, most store-bought nappies will take many hundreds of years to even begin to break down.

Question 8

How long will the packaging take to decompose?

Accepted Answer

Our Progeny nappies come in an innovative (patent pending) Nappy briefcase which is the first of its kind in the world. Made from cardboard and paper, it can be reused and recycled. PlanetCare’s packaging is made from Oxo-degradable* bags which are expected to degrade faster than traditional plastics. *Oxo-degradable means that the plastic degrades by means of oxidation.

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