Time for a nappy change?

An average baby will use at least 3,000 nappies before potty training. The vast majority of these are of the mainstream disposable variety and are tossed into the bin, making up at least 4 per cent of household waste.

With landfill sites rapidly filling and considering this type of nappy takes from 200 to 500 years to break down, it's no wonder that many parents feel guilty about using disposable nappies.

For those who'd like an environmentally friendly choice, but are not prepared to give up the convenience of disposable nappies, EcoNappies, distributed by Ecobaby Limited, could be the solution.

Fully compostable, these nappies look similar to those you'd buy in a ...