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Paddi  - the first disposable Nappy / Diaper

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(Nappies are called diapers in America)

Did you ever wonder - Who invented the first effective and commercial disposable nappy system?

 Or think about  -What happened before its invention?
 
How did mothers manage before the disposable diaper?
 
It is a fascinating story.
 
One could argue that the disposable nappy changed the lives of mothers.

It helped give them freedom to leave the home and travel and work.
 
A lecture on the subject was given at The National Museum of Scotland in 2001.

 The conclusion of the audience was -

 'Women owe a debt of gratitude to the inventor -
 
                 Valerie Hunter Gordon

Below is a tribute written to Valerie in 1947 by Victor Robinson
Chairman of Robinsons of Chesterfield
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To Valerie
 From Victor Robinson
 

In recognition of her work in
 designing, introducing the first
 effective children's disposable
 napkin and garment in 1947


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