Nappies for Russia
Nappies for Russia

Help send a nappy package for 100 babies in Russia

22 November, 2007

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  1. This is a fantastic idea and has my whole-hearted support.

    Comment by sCORCH — 21 October, 2007 @ 8:31 pm

  2. I had no idea that this was the situation in Russia. I’m glad you’ve brought it to our attention. I have some knitting patterns for pilchers if anyone wants a copy.

    Comment by Kate Jenian — 21 October, 2007 @ 8:32 pm

  3. Saw your post on EB. I am not an MCN user but do have about a dozen squares that have only ever been used to clean up etc.

    I live very southside of brissy (logan area) so if u have someone who I can drop them of to let me know.

    I would also like to offer assistance if i can, although i have 2 kids at home so it would be limited to things i can do from home…

    What a worthy cause.

    Melinda

    Comment by Melinda — 22 October, 2007 @ 8:41 pm

  4. I have a few MCN’s and flats also a heap of covers that I can donate. I live near Wagga Wagga, NSW so I am happy to send them to any collection point. This is such a wonderful cause, I am so happy to be able to help.

    Comment by Rebecca Clarke — 23 October, 2007 @ 8:41 pm

  5. I have emailed this to every parent I know and a few others! Have already had donations pledged in last 10 mins :)
    Will be getting a parcel together and arrange to drop off to a local as listed on EB. Great work, I think this will turn out to be much much GREATER than you can imagine!

    Comment by Alison — 23 October, 2007 @ 8:42 pm

  6. What a worthwhile cause! I have packaged up a few bits and pieces and will pop it into tomorrow’s post. All the best and I am certain you will reach your target in no time!

    Comment by Marika Carroll — 23 October, 2007 @ 8:42 pm

  7. will be sending a parcel after i look at what is needed
    thanks for starting this off

    Comment by Naomi Kerr — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:43 pm

  8. I’ve come through from EB. I’m so glad you’re doing this. I’ll send some flats and covers and see what else I can drum up. Share the clothie love!

    Comment by Kath/mumtoajtr — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:43 pm

  9. Hi
    This is fantastic I am honoured that I can be a part of this worthy cause. Just wanted to let you know that I will be putting a parcel in the post tomorrow. I hope that this might be something that continues.

    Comment by Corrie-Lyn — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:44 pm

  10. Another EBer here! What a great idea! I have posted links to this on 2 sites I manage hope that’s ok? I will see what I can find to put in the post! Have you thought of including information on elimination control? Just another option!

    Wishing you every success with your endeavour!

    :)

    Comment by Monica — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:44 pm

  11. Hello, Could you please provide a pattern for knitted nappy booster/liner. Going to see if my Aunty will get the ladies at the Nursing Home to participate.

    EM

    Comment by Emily Wrona — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:44 pm

  12. hi there

    I’m in! I’ve got a few nappies to donate and am also making some! if anyone has materials/nappy making supplies they want turned into nappies for this worthy cause please let me know and I’m more than happy to sew them up!

    I’m on to my 4th booster today and would love to make at least 10 nappies so I’ve set myself a high target

    I also have a pair of lovely longies I’ll donate too that were too small for my little one but that I made as well

    Corrie :)

    Comment by corrie — 24 October, 2007 @ 8:45 pm

  13. hello!
    large 3kg parcel making it’s way to you from WA! included are some fitted terry nappies which you are welcome to auction if need be and some terry flats. hope they help!will include my details with the parcel too.

    cheers
    kath.

    Comment by kath — 26 October, 2007 @ 8:45 pm

  14. Am able to volunteer to collect for the bayside and southside of Brisbane for you and deliver in one lot can also cut up 200 polarfleece nappyliners and donate them

    Comment by melissa Hamilton — 27 October, 2007 @ 8:46 pm

  15. Hi, I am putting a parcel in the post today. They are mostly funky mates that I bought on ebay. They are used but in good condition. Also a variety of covers, fluffies etc most of these werent used as I just used BB covers. Snibs are there too and these are all unused in the packet. Also I found 5 snappi nappies, 2 of them are still in the packet so these may be worth auctioning off if put into a bundle, the other snappis are new but without packets. I think you are doing a wonderful job and I am glad to be doing something with nappies that don’t fit Amelie anymore. Plus I am only using beehinds now(I am a VIC demonstrator) Cheers
    Alycia

    Comment by Alycia — 27 October, 2007 @ 8:46 pm

  16. This sounds like a lovely idea smile Just wondering if you have considered the washing practices over there - are they able to get a MCNs properly cleaned and dried? MCNs are pretty hard to care for compared to flats (and they’re not that useful when the elastic has died). I’m just wondering if MCNs are really a good idea to send over.

    Good luck with it :)

    Comment by Lucy — 28 October, 2007 @ 8:46 pm

  17. Hi,
    I was pleased to find your web site.
    I am actively involved in working in Children’s Hospitals in Russia.
    Disposable Nappies are widely available in Russia…..but as you mention are quite expensive from the average family budget.I know that hospitals prefer to use disposable and the washing of terry nappies would prove to be a nightmare.

    Instead of all the hard work of collecting nappies and shipping them…why do you not collect donations and buy in Russia (at cheaper Russian price)…just a thought.

    Good Luck
    Greatest Regards
    Joe UK

    Comment by Joe Barton — 28 October, 2007 @ 8:47 pm

  18. Hi there!!! I am SOOO pleased you are doing this!! What a blessing it will be to these women and babies!! I’ll be posting a parcel to you shortly, i have some new cloth nappies, i think about 2 dozen that i have put away fro when i have a baby.. about 12 months till we will begin trying!! so i think that they will be better put to use straight away with these russian babies. I’ll get some covers as well and hopefully post by the end of the week. God Bless!! P.s. if i can help in any way (I live on the sunshine coast) please email me

    Comment by Jessica Mudri — 28 October, 2007 @ 8:48 pm

  19. Hi Nicole,
    What a lovely thing to do!! My daughter has just toilet trained so I have a basket to donate plus I hope you don’t mind but I have printed the main page out to take to my playgroup to try & get some more donations there.
    Im at Enoggera so not far away, if you need any help please let me know, Im a stay at home Mum with a toddler so have time to help if you need anything done.

    Comment by Renee Lawrence — 28 October, 2007 @ 8:48 pm

  20. Hi Nicole, i would be happy to collect donations around ipswich and get them to you, is it Ok to print out the page and put a notice up at daycare centres etc.?
    Email hidden

    Comment by Julie — 29 October, 2007 @ 8:48 pm

  21. Good job Nicole. I have 3 over flowing bags here waiting to get to you with more coming big grin

    I wanted to ask - I would, as I am sure others would, love to see pics of the mums and bubs with the parcels. After feeling so sad for these poor babies I would love to see their happy faces eventually.

    Teresa

    Comment by Teresa — 29 October, 2007 @ 8:49 pm

  22. Hi Nicole, thank you for all the time and energy it must take to organize this. I have emailed this link to lots of people, and am going to get my grandmother knitting like crazy! Warm Regards.

    Comment by Melissa — 11 November, 2007 @ 8:49 pm

  23. Terri (Illawarra collector) came and picked up the nappies today. 2 peole from my playgroup donated terry flats to add to mine! I’ll send a cheque separately. The sewing day sounds great…I’m just getting into sewing pocket nappies myself. Cheers, Kath.

    Comment by Kath/mumtoajtr — 13 November, 2007 @ 8:49 pm

  24. Hi Nicole, I am your Melb rep! :D I am not sure how you are going with freight issues in getting all this interstate stock to Brisbane, but I was chatting to my mum and she suggested you try McCaffertys/Greyhound bus freight as she has had great success with them in the past. They seem to be quite community minded and just may be able to help you out. http://www.busfreight.com.au:80/ Anyway if you have already considered this or have worked out an alternative, that is great, but I thought it was worth a mention. Cheers! Alison
    PS I have another large amount of stuff being dropped off tomorrow so will update you soon!

    Comment by Alison — 22 November, 2007 @ 8:50 pm

  25. Melinda Messenger Nude…

    I Googled for something completely different, but found your page…and have to say thanks. nice read….

    Trackback by Melinda Messenger Nude — 7 April, 2008 @ 1:29 am

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