Reusable nappies workshop

Fri 21 February 2025
1:00 pm 2:30 pm

Ashburton Community Centre

160 High Street
Ashburton VIC 3147

Free
02/21/2025 1:00 pm 02/21/2025 2:30 pm Reusable nappies workshop Boroondara City Council invites you to come along and learn more about reusable nappies and how you can reduce waste and save over $2000 for each nappy-wearing child.Boroondara residents will be eligible to receive a free reusable nappy to keep and help you get started as well as go into the draw to win 1 of 2 nappy packs. The workshop will cover:the different types of reusable nappies and how to choose onehow to get the right fit, and how to adjust resizable nappies through the different stages of your baby's growthhow to store and wash dirty nappiesthe cost savings of reusable nappies per nappy-wearing childthe health and waste benefits of reusable nappieshands-on activities to try reusable nappies.Reusable nappies have transformed from the old-fashioned folded cloth nappies, commonly known as terry towels. They are now more user-friendly, compact and available in a wide range of stylish designs. Whilst folded nappies can be useful for the newborn stage, reusable nappies come with improved designs and adjustable fastings, making it easier to fit and use.Bookings essential with limited spots available.Accessibility at this spaceAccessible car parkingAutomatic doorsAccessible toiletsRampsClear signageTactile signageQuiet areasHearing loopWide passageways , City of Boroondara [email protected] Australia/Melbourne public

Event details

Boroondara City Council invites you to come along and learn more about reusable nappies and how you can reduce waste and save over $2000 for each nappy-wearing child.

Boroondara residents will be eligible to receive a free reusable nappy to keep and help you get started as well as go into the draw to win 1 of 2 nappy packs. 

The workshop will cover:

  • the different types of reusable nappies and how to choose one
  • how to get the right fit, and how to adjust resizable nappies through the different stages of your baby's growth
  • how to store and wash dirty nappies
  • the cost savings of reusable nappies per nappy-wearing child
  • the health and waste benefits of reusable nappies
  • hands-on activities to try reusable nappies.

Reusable nappies have transformed from the old-fashioned folded cloth nappies, commonly known as terry towels. They are now more user-friendly, compact and available in a wide range of stylish designs. Whilst folded nappies can be useful for the newborn stage, reusable nappies come with improved designs and adjustable fastings, making it easier to fit and use.

Bookings essential with limited spots available.

Accessibility at this space

  • Accessible car parking
  • Automatic doors
  • Accessible toilets
  • Ramps
  • Clear signage
  • Tactile signage
  • Quiet areas
  • Hearing loop
  • Wide passageways