Real Nappies
About PKRNN
Perth & Kinross Real Nappy Network (PKRNN) is a local group providing information, advice and support about real (washable) nappies.
Why use real nappies?
Using real nappies, even for just some of the time, reduces the number of disposable nappies going to landfill. Using real nappies can also save you money! And today's styles of real nappies are so effective, easy to use and eye-catching many parents will want to use them for these reasons alone.
How we can help
We have a comprehensive real nappy 'library' which contains samples of modern, cloth nappies and accessories. We also offer the chance to borrow one of our lending kits and from time to time run other schemes to help you to work out which type of nappy will suit you best.
With our staff having personal real nappy experience, and a team of volunteers with the same, we like to think we can answer all your real nappy questions and concerns. And if we don't know the answer we have a wide range of contacts in the real nappy world to try next!
We offer talks and displays throughout the Perth & Kinross area, be they for baby & toddler groups, antenatal classes, health professionals, school groups etc.
We run regular events, including our monthly 'Nappuccinos', where you can meet other real nappy users, as well as PKRNN staff and volunteers.
We produce a regular newsletter and can add you to our mailing (email preferably) list to receive this, as well as invitations to our events.
Where PKRNN came from
PKRNN was founded in January 2002 by a group of local parents who wanted to make it easier for other local parents to find out about washable nappies. Start-up funding came from the Co-operative Community Dividend scheme and during 2004/5 from the Perth and Kinross Quality of Life Trust and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, with Perth & Kinross Council providing in-kind support.
PKRNN is run by a voluntary management committee, made up of parents who have used or use real nappies on their children, as well as representatives from agencies and other groups with an interest in promoting the use of real nappies. PKRNN does not have a commercial interest in nappies.
