We've used the umbrella term 'flat nappies' to include terry squares, prefolds, contours and tie-on nappies.
Although terry squares get a bad press and are seen as being old-fashioned - a remnant of the 'bad old days' of cloth nappies they are incredibly versatile and we've sourced some lovely unbleached cotton terries that have a multitude of uses...
Prefolds are ideal to use with a close fitting wrap and can be used pad folded in a close fitting wrap, or alternatively as a folded pad with a pocket style nappy.
Contours are really just shaped prefolds, a little easier to use, maybe a bit less versatile. The ones we've sourced are gorgeous candy coloured cotton fleece made by Kissaluvs...
The Disana tie-on nappy is soft, organic and contrary to appearances you don't need an origami qualification to use it!
ease of use speed of drying slim fitting absorbency cute factor
junior joy - prefold
These are great quality prefolds made from 100% cotton.
They consist of 3 panels - the central panel comprises 8 layers and the outer panels are 4 layers. Use folded into a simple pad inside a wrap - no pins required - or in a pocket style nappy.
Easy to care for, wash at up to 90 degrees and quick to dry. Less absorbent than a terry nappy but changing slightly more often deals with this.
Makes for a very efficient and economical nappy system.
Approximate dimensions (unwashed):
Small - 44cm x 33cm (18" x 13") approx.
Regular - 56cm x 37cm (22" x 15") approx.
Toddler - 60cm x 44cm (24" x 18") approx.
For identification purposes the Small prefolds have pale green stitching, the Regular have blue stitching and the Toddler size have orange stitching!