An incredible eight million disposable nappies are thrown away every day in Britain and some studies suggest that the plastics used in them may take up to 500 years to break down.
Fortunately there is an alternative that can be far better for the the environment - and cheaper too.
Modern cloth nappies, or 'real nappies' as they are often known help to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfill.
We support the work of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Real Nappy Network (CPRNN), who promote the use of modern cloth nappies.
This year we have a number of free real nappy kits designed for newborn babies. The kits contain 18 washable nappies (three different types of nappy), waterproof covers, flushable liners and a bucket. Advice on using the nappies will be provided.
These kits are only available to Cambridge residents.
For more information about the kits and where to get one, contact CPRNN on 0845 6443045 or email cambridge@realnappy.net