The Real Cost of Disposable Nappies in Australia (From Birth to Toilet Training)

If you're a new parent or soon-to-be, you've probably already discovered that nappies aren't cheap. But exactly how much will it cost to nappy your baby from birth through to toilet training? We’ve done the research for you — covering every major, boutique, and eco nappy brand available in Australia — and calculated what you can expect to spend at full recommended retail price (RRP).

Spoiler alert: it ranges from $1,477 to over $6,647, depending on which brand you choose.

How Many Nappies Does a Baby Use?

Let’s start with the numbers. Based on average usage for a 50th percentile Australian boy from birth to 36 months:

• Newborn (0–3 months): ~11 nappies/day → 990 nappies

• Infant (3–6 months): ~8 nappies/day → 736 nappies

• Crawler (6–12 months): ~7 nappies/day → 1,280 nappies

• Toddler (12–24 months): ~6 nappies/day → 2,190 nappies

• Walker (24–36 months): ~6 nappies/day → 2,190 nappies

Total estimated nappies used from birth to toilet training: ~7,386 nappies

Major Disposable Nappy Brands in Australia (with RRP Costs)

Huggies

• RRP per nappy: $0.36–$0.65

• Estimated total cost: $3,520

BabyLove Cosifit

• RRP per nappy: $0.32–$0.56

• Estimated total cost: $3,336

Rascal + Friends

• RRP per nappy: $0.26–$0.35

• Estimated total cost: $2,585

Supermarket House Brands

ALDI Mamia

• RRP per nappy: $0.15–$0.23

• Estimated total cost: $1,477

Coles CUB

• RRP per nappy: $0.18–$0.30

• Estimated total cost: $1,690

Woolworths Little One’s

• RRP per nappy: $0.18–$0.30

• Estimated total cost: $1,690

Eco-Friendly and Boutique Nappy Brands

Tooshies by TOM

• RRP per nappy: $0.65–$0.80

• Estimated total cost: $4,801

Ecoriginals

• RRP per nappy: $0.75–$1.15

• Estimated total cost: $6,519

Joonya

• RRP per nappy: $0.55–$0.70

• Estimated total cost: $4,580

Eenee Compostable

• RRP per nappy: $0.55–$0.90

• Estimated total cost: $5,173

Luvme Pandas

• RRP per nappy: $0.80–$1.00

• Estimated total cost: $6,647

Lovekins

• RRP per nappy: $0.40–$0.60

• Estimated total cost: $3,542

Comfy Koalas

• RRP per nappy: $0.60–$0.80

• Estimated total cost: $4,435

Bambo Nature

• RRP per nappy: $0.70–$1.00

• Estimated total cost: $6,067

Eco by Naty

• RRP per nappy: $0.75–$1.00

• Estimated total cost: $6,267

Moltex

• RRP per nappy: $0.60–$0.90

• Estimated total cost: $5,401

Noopii

• RRP per nappy: $0.70–$0.90

• Estimated total cost: $5,722

Mater Nappies

• RRP per nappy: $0.35–$0.50

• Estimated total cost: $3,323

Marquise Eco Nappies

• RRP per nappy: $0.65–$1.05

• Estimated total cost: $5,893

Summary: Cost to Nappy a Baby for 3 Years in Australia

Brand	Estimated Total Cost
ALDI Mamia	$1,477
Coles CUB	$1,690
Woolworths Little One’s	$1,690
Rascal + Friends	$2,585
Mater	$3,323
BabyLove Cosifit	$3,336
Huggies	$3,520
Lovekins	$3,542
Comfy Koalas	$4,435
Joonya	$4,580
Tooshies by TOM	$4,801
Eenee Compostable	$5,173
Moltex	$5,401
Noopii	$5,722
Marquise	$5,893
Bambo Nature	$6,067
Eco by Naty	$6,267
Ecoriginals	$6,519
Luvme Pandas	$6,647

Final Thoughts

Choosing disposable nappies comes with a huge range of pricing options — and knowing the true cost from birth to toilet training can help you plan better. Whether you're after the most cost-effective option or looking for a brand with biodegradable credentials, this breakdown gives you the full picture.

Want to reduce that cost even further? Explore our range of reusable cloth nappies here at Mimi & Co — and discover how you can spend less than half the price over 3 years, while keeping your baby dry and comfy.