The Real Cost of Nappies: Disposable vs. Reusable with Mimi and Co

When it comes to caring for your baby, choosing the right nappy is a crucial decision. Not only do you want the best for your baby's comfort and health, but the financial and environmental impacts are also significant factors to consider.

In this blog post, we'll break down the real costs associated with using disposable nappies compared to Mimi & Co's premium reusable modern cloth nappies.

By the end, you'll see how making the switch can save you a substantial amount of money while also contributing to a healthier planet.

Cost Breakdown: Disposable Nappies vs. Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies

For One Baby:

• Disposable Nappies: $8,013.20
• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $1,100.44

For Two Babies:

• Disposable Nappies: $16,026.40
• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $1,452.08

That's a staggering saving of over $14,500 when you switch to Mimi & Co for two babies! Let's dive into the detailed cost breakdown to understand where these savings come from.

Detailed Cost Breakdown

1. Cost of Nappies:

• Disposable Nappies: $3,840 (based on an average cost of $0.58per nappy, using approximately 6 nappies per day for 3 years)
• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $748.80 (24 nappies at $31.20 each, which is typically enough for full-time use)

Disposable nappy prices vary, but a common price point is around $0.60 per nappy, with some brands costing up to $1.50 each. 

Cub: $0.18 - $0.26each (BUDGET BRAND)

Huggies UltraDry - $0.63each (POPULAR BRAND)

Huggies PureCare: $0.70each

Ecoriginals: $1.41each (PREMIUM BRAND)

2. Cost of Wipes:

• Disposable Wipes: $2,509 (assuming an average use of 5 wipes per change, 6 changes per day, for 3 years, at $0.07per wipe)
• Mimi & Co Reusable Wipes: $119.95 (40 wipes at $2.99 each, reusable and washable)

You can check out our wipe here

Disposable wipes are often priced around $0.05 - $0.18 per wipe. 

3. Water Costs:

• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $84.60 (calculated additional water cost for washing, assuming an extra 2 loads per week at $0.30 per load)

Cycle	kWh Unit cost ( Canberra)	Water Litre Cost ( Canberra)	Cycle Electricity Cost	Cycle Water Cost	Frequency (yearly)
Prewash	$0.23	$0.0023	$0.09	$0.06	243
Prewash	$0.23	$0.0023	$0.12	$0.06	243
Main Wash	$0.23	$0.0023	$0.10	$0.09	121
Main Wash	$0.23	$0.0023	$0.12	$0.09	121

 

4. Detergent Costs:

• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $165.88 (based on $0.35 per wash, two extra loads per week for two and a half years)

5. Electricity Costs:

• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies: $101.16 (based on $0.36 per load, two extra loads per week for two and a half years)

	Lifetime Cost	Weekly Cost
60 degree both	$206.58	$1.32
40 degree both	$179.79	$1.15
60 pre, 40 main	$196.56	$1.26
40 pre, 60 main	$189.81	$1.22

 

Cycle	Temperature	Duration	Percentage Nappies in Cycle	kWh used	Litres Used
Prewash	40 degrees	1:39	100	0.4	26
Prewash	60 degrees	1:49	100	0.5	26
Main Wash	40 degrees	2:39	60	0.7	68
Main Wash	60 degrees	2:59	60	0.9	68

 

Cycle	Yearly Electricity Cost	Yearly Water Cost	Total Yearly Cost	Total Weekly Cost	36 Months
Prewash	$22.36	$14.53	$36.89	$0.71	$110.66
Prewash	$27.95	$14.53	$42.48	$0.82	$127.43
Main Wash	$11.69	$11.35	$23.04	$0.44	$69.13
Main Wash	$15.03	$11.35	$26.38	$0.51	$79.15

• Disposable Nappies: $1,078 (based on using 6 bags per day at $0.18 per bag)

7. Bum Cream:

• Disposable Nappies: $586.20 (assuming one tube per 3 months at $35 each, due to increased nappy rash occurrences)

Total Costs

• Disposable Nappies (first baby): $8,013.20

• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies (first baby): $1,100.44

• Disposable Nappies (second baby): $16,026.40

• Mimi & Co Reusable Nappies (second baby): $1,452.08

Conclusion

Switching to Mimi & Co's premium reusable modern cloth nappies is not only a financially sound decision but also a step towards a more sustainable future. Our nappies are designed to fit from 2.5kg to 20kg, ensuring comfort and durability from newborn to toilet training. Plus, they come in a variety of adorable prints that both parents and babies will love.

By making the switch, you're not just saving over $14,500; you're also contributing to reducing landfill waste and promoting a healthier environment for future generations. Explore our full range of products on our website and join the growing community of parents making a positive change with Mimi & Co.

Mimi & Co 24 Nappies - $748.80

Remember, every nappy change is a step towards a greener planet!

Switch to Mimi & Co today and experience the difference for yourself!