Pampers has quietly axed a popular nappy range and parents are baffled
PAMPERS has axed its popular night nappy pants – leaving confusing parents scouring the shelves for them.
The brand says parents can instead use its Baby-Dry nappy pants, which it claims offer better protection, and can be used day and night.
The company has also launched new “plus” sizes for its Baby-Dry range which have additional materials to absorb more liquid at a faster rate, for babies who pee more, or for those almost ready for the next size.
But parents have been left confused by the disappearance of the night nappy pants, as they were specifically designed to be worn overnight.
One said on X: “@Pampers_UK – very disappointed to find out you have discontinued your night nappies. Could you reconsider?”
Another added: “@Pampers_UK have stopped selling night-time nappies, haven’t announced it anywhere and there’s no mention of a replacement lol
“Plenty of parents (myself included) rely on those.”
A third said: “Have you stopped selling your baby night time pants? They were the only ones that kept my little one dry all night and can’t find them any where!”
Meanwhile a fourth added: “We’ve used them for overnights as they work much better for us but this week I suddenly can’t find them in any of the shops!”
The company said: “At Pampers, we are always looking for ways to improve our products, with new or improved features that make both babies, and their parents, world better.
“Our Pampers Baby-Dry Night Nappy Pants has been replaced by products that offer superior leakage protection both day and night.
“Pampers Baby-Dry nappy pants offer 12-hour all-around leakage protection thanks to the Stop & Protect pocket, which prevents leaks at the back of the nappy, double leg cuffs for a better fit around the legs and a 360° waistband that adapts to baby’s tummy and avoids gaps.
“They are our best ever leak-proof nappies, offering up to 100 per cent leak-free nights or your money back.”
It added its new plus sizes were a good alternative for parents looking to bridge the gap between two nappy sizes or for babies who may pee more frequently and with greater amounts.
Pampers sells two ranges of nappy pants – Baby-Dry or Premium Protection.
Nappy pants tend to be worn by older children who won’t lie still on a changing mat, rather than standard nappies which need to be strapped around the child’s waist.
Shoppers looking to snap up the Pampers alternatives still on offer will pay less than the old discontinued packs.
A size four 38-pack of Baby-Dry pants are £10, or 26p each, at Tesco, whereas the old night nappy pants were £9.60 for 32, or 30p each.
At Asda, size 5 night pants were 20p each, whereas the normal ones are currently on a half price offer at 15.2p each.
It’s not the first time shoppers have been left frustrated after finding out a retailer has ditched a nappy line.
In May, we revealed how Marks and Spencer discontinued its own-brand nappy range – prompting complaints from parents who said they are the best brand for their babies.
How to save on nappies
Make the most of freebies
Big nappy brands often offer freebies to parents with children of varying ages.
Each pack of Pampers nappies you buy has a code on the inside of the box, if you scan that code on the Pampers Club app you get a stamp.
The app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or from the Google Play store on Android.
You get one point per nappy in a pack so the larger the packs, the more points you’ll receive.
For example, if you scan a code inside a pack of 86 nappies, you’ll receive 86 points.
You can then redeem your points for coupons to redeem at retailers such as Tesco, Asda, Boots, Morrisons or Sainsbury’s.
For older tots, you can also get a free DryNites pyjama pants from Huggies.
The tester could be a good way to try out the pants before buying a whole pack.
You’ll need to fill out a form on the DryNites website to register for your freebie.
When you’re filling in your details, you’ll be able to choose from 3-5 years, 4-7 years or 8-15 years.
If you’re looking for a more sustainable option, Pura is giving away a free 24-pack of its 100% biodegradable baby wipes.
To get the freebie, sign up to the Pura website – this is free to do – and simply add it to your basket.
You will, however, still pay 99p for delivery.
What is The Healthy Start Scheme?
THE Healthy Start Scheme is open to anyone more than 10 weeks pregnant or with a child under four years old and on benefits.
If eligible, you are issued a Healthy Start card which you can use in a number of supermarkets and retailers.
You can use the card to buy plain liquid cow’s milk, fresh, frozen and tinned fruit and vegetables, fresh, dried and tinned pulses and infant formula milk.
You can also use it to purchase vitamins and vitamin drops for your baby or young child.
The maximum amount you can get your card topped up by is £8.50 a week, which totals £442 a year.
But recent figures suggest over 200,000 parents across England, Wales and Northern Ireland are missing out on the help.
You will also normally need to be claiming one of the following benefits:
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Child Tax Credit with a family income of £16,190 or less per year
- Pension Credit
- Universal Credit with no earned income or total earned income of £408 or less per month for the family
However, you can also apply for the scheme if you are under 18 and not on any benefits.
How you apply varies depending on which benefits you receive.
Baby banks and food banks
Families who are struggling to pay for meals are often referred to food banks run by the Trussell Trust or another community organisation.
The Trussell Trust runs a nationwide network of around 1,200 food banks across the UK.
You need to be referred to by organisations such as GPs, schools, or help organisations such as Citizens Advice to gain access.
However, specialist “baby banks” run by local organisations and charities cater specifically for parents who need to get essentials for their children.
Baby banks typically hand out free toiletries and essentials purchased from donations, as well as distributing second hand clothes, toys, and other items such as prams.
There isn’t an up-to-date tool listing every baby bank in the UK, so your best bet is to google what’s available in your local area or ask charities such as Citizens Advice and Trussell Trust for information.
Children’s charity Little Village has an interactive baby bank tool of more than 200 baby banks UK-wide.
How to access a baby bank’s service depends on the centre itself.
Some may allow struggling families to contact them directly, while others require referrals from officials.
Sure Start Grant
New parents on Universal Credit can get a £500 grant to help with childcare costs through the Sure Start grant.
The one-off payment doesn’t need to be paid back and it won’t reduce your monthly Universal Credit payment or tax credits.
The cash can be used to pay for anything that will ease the immediate financial strain on families when caring for a new baby.
New parents must have claimed the grant within 11 weeks in advance of their baby’s due date or within six months after their child is born.
You’ll need to print out and fill in a claim form, providing personal details such as your name, address and partner’s details if applicable.
You will also need to let them know what benefits you’re claiming and when you are expecting your baby.
A midwife or doctor will need to sign it too to confirm that you are expecting.
Only parents who are expecting their first child are eligible for the grant, so if you’re about to have your second or third infant then you won’t be able to claim the payout.
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