Free eco cloth nappies for Cork families wanting to go sustainable route

Families in Cork who are interested in making the switch to reusable cloth nappies are invited to apply for a free starter kit through the cloth nappy incentive scheme.

Following a successful rollout of the scheme last year, the initiative, led by Voice Ireland in collaboration with Cork County Council, Cork City Council, and Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH), has now reopened for 2025.

The scheme is open to antenatal patients at CUMH, who can apply for a limited number of free cloth nappy starter kits.

Each kit contains 10 reusable cloth nappies, a pack of 12 reusable cloth wipes, a waterproof storage bag for used nappies, nappy inserts for absorbency, and a guide on use and care.

The nappies included are primarily pocket nappies, adjustable to fit from approximately 10lbs up to potty training. The nappy inserts are made from eco-friendly materials such as bamboo, cotton, and hemp.

• For more information, or to apply for a starter kit, visit voiceireland.org/cloth-nappy-incentive-scheme.