A: This depends on many factors, how often you wash, how heavy your child wets a nappy and how often they dirty a nappy.

Generally a cloth nappy lasts the same amount of time as a disposable, 3–4 hours. If it is dirty it should be changed as soon as possible.

I recommend buying about 20–25 nappies. If you have extra money to spend you could add a few more to your collection (maybe over time) which may allow you to wash a little less often. It will also give you a chance to dry nappies properly.

Also remember that your nappies will endure a lot of washing. If they are washed every second day for just two years they will be washed over 350 times. Having a decent supply will ensure the whole set lasts your child till toilet training and possibly for a second baby. Like any product, at some point, no matter what brand of nappy, it will start to deteriorate from the intensive use. Sharing this among a larger collection of nappies will prolong the life of your nappies.

A: Our nappy has press studs that allow you to resize the nappy to create a snug fit for a small or large baby. Use the press studs on the Bare Cub in the front to adjust the rise of your nappy. On our Teddy Bare design, simply snap the right size for the legs and waist in order to adjust the size and fit. You can also fold the insert on your 'Teddies' to make the nappy smaller and fit better. Some other nappy companies have sized nappies, S, M, & L. Our nappies adjust to each of these sizes without buying a new nappy as your child grows. We pride ourselves on the Baby Bare cloth nappy designs which fit really well on small newborn babies and trim on toddlers.

The nappy should fit your child snuggly and be trim. You may need to experiment with the rise of the nappy to work out how it best fits your child. 

A: One-size cloth nappies are designed to grow with your baby, making them a cost-effective and long-term solution. At Baby Bare, our one-size nappies fit from approximately 3.5 kg up to 16 kg, which covers most babies from a few weeks old through to toilet training.

However, for newborns under 3.5 kg, particularly premature or smaller babies, our newborn nappies offer a much better fit. These are designed specifically for tiny bodies and typically fit from around 2 kg up to about 5–6 kg. The snug fit helps prevent leaks and supports healthy hip development in those crucial early weeks.

If you're unsure whether to start with newborn or one-size nappies, we recommend reading our helpful blog:

👉 Why Use Newborn Size Nappies?

This guide explains the benefits of a tailored newborn fit and when it's best to transition to one-size nappies as your baby grows.

A. Modern cloth nappies are designed to be slim-fitting and comfortable, offering your baby full freedom of movement. While they may appear slightly bulkier than disposables due to their absorbent layers, this doesn’t restrict mobility or delay development milestones like crawling or walking.

A. As for nappy rash, cloth nappies can actually help reduce the risk when changed regularly. They’re free from harsh chemicals and fragrances found in many disposables. Using breathable natural fibres like bamboo, hemp, or cotton allows better airflow, which can keep your baby’s skin healthier. The key to avoiding nappy rash—whether using cloth or disposable—is frequent changes and proper cleaning.