21 Jun How to Wash Baby Clothes?

The world of infant and child care is full of problems that can cause stress for many parents. Many people may think that washing baby clothes is a challenging factor, but don’t worry. Washing baby clothes isn’t a complicated task. You must be careful that the baby’s delicate clothes don’t damage during washing, and small things like socks aren’t lost. Because infant and child clothing is more prone to stains than adults, it’s a good idea to increase your knowledge of different staining methods. Knowing a few critical and minor practice methods, washing baby clothes will be easy for you.

Washing baby clothes before use

Many babies’ skin becomes sensitive and pimples after wearing a new outfit. Whether you sewed the baby clothes at home or bought them at the store, you must wash any new clothes that your child will wear beforehand. Because babies have much more sensitive skin than adults, washing baby clothes before use is the only way to prevent damage to their skin. 

Choose the best detergent for baby clothes.

Before washing your baby’s clothes, you should choose a suitable detergent. Some babies are allergic to any product that has a specific odor. So in order not to irritate the baby’s skin, it’s better to go for non-perfumed detergents from the beginning. Also, don’t forget that the detergents you use should be gentle and for children.

It’s better to use a colorless and fragrance-free fabric softener. If you use cloth diapers instead of ready-made ones, you should forget to use fabric softener. The softener shrinks the diapers and reduces their absorbency. 

Fabric softeners are liquids that are used during the washing process to soften the fibers of the garment. Dryer sheets are paper-sized sheets placed in the electric dryer with the clothes to prevent static electricity from accumulating on the clothes and soften the clothes’ fibers. Both softeners and drying sheets use chemicals that can irritate the baby’s skin, and their odor is also unpleasant for the baby. 

Washing baby clothes by hand

• you should choose the water temperature for washing baby clothes to function properly at that temperature. In addition to preserving the texture of baby clothes, it should also remove dirt and odors. Thoroughly clean and disinfect the bathtub or sink before washing. The required water temperature is usually listed on the baby’s clothes label. Otherwise, fill the tub or sink with water at a temperature of 35 to 40 degrees Celsius. To wash cloth diapers and baby underwear, raise the water temperature to eliminate any infection and bad smell.
• Pour a good amount of detergent into the water and stir until foamy. If the baby’s clothes are zippered, close them before washing. Put the clothes in the water one by one and move them slowly in the water. Avoid pulling, rubbing, and scratching clothes. If there is a stain on the clothes’ surface, it’s better to remove the stain before washing.
• First, let the baby’s clothes soak in the water and detergent solution for a few minutes. Then transfer the clothes to a sink with clean water and continue washing until the clothes are immaculate.
• Don’t rub clothes at this step. Wrap it gently without any pressure to get water out of the clothes. Put your baby’s clothes in the open air to dry. Choose a place where there’s good air circulation, but don’t expose it to direct sunlight; Because it may damage the garment’s fabric. Of course, it’s better to put baby diapers and underwear in direct sunlight so that the sun’s rays act as a natural disinfectant. 

Disinfection

1. The first step in disinfecting baby clothes is to identify and pre-wash any possible stains. Because most stains on baby clothes, such as those containing meat or breast milk, are protein and absorb the most dangerous types of bacteria, early identification and washing are extremely important. You should do this step before soaking the clothes. Make sure you remove the stains using the baby detergent found in most pharmacies.
2. Shave off any saliva, runny nose, or dry discharge from clothing. Baby secretions, like protein stains, are full of harmful bacteria. So they can become a breeding ground for bacteria that used to make your child sick. These bacteria can still be transmitted to the baby through the body’s secretions. Thoroughly clean these areas with baby disinfectant detergent. You should also do this step before soaking the baby’s clothes.
3. Put baby clothes in a white vinegar solution to soak. White vinegar has been proven to be a disinfectant that doesn’t pose a risk to baby skin; because it’s natural. Remember that pure vinegar is too acidic, and to dilute it, you should mix one or two cups of white vinegar with a bucket of water. Then soak the baby’s clothes in it for 30 minutes before washing.

Tips for washing with a washing machine

1. The washing machine can be a hotbed of harmful bacteria; To prevent the transfer of some bacteria from your clothes to your baby, make sure that you wash the baby’s clothes first.
2. A great way to ensure that the clothes are entirely washed is to dissolve half a cup of baby detergent in a bucket of water at 35 ° C and soak the baby’s clothes in it for half an hour before putting it in the washing machine.
3. Repeat the rinsing cycle twice to ensure that the cloth is completely free of soap and bacteria; Once with a detergent tank and once without soap or detergent. The second rinsing cycle should be performed using water only. 
4. It would help if you placed jackets and lace garments on a horizontal surface not to lose their shape during the drying process. However, you can place most other clothes in the dryer.
5. You might think that all those tiny clothes dry out very quickly, but this isn’t the case. Lowering the surface makes it take a little longer for the baby to dry. To speed up the process, you can put a clean, dry towel in the dryer to help dry your baby’s clothes. There are several benefits to drying baby clothes in the open air instead of using a dryer. The sun can whiten white clothes and make them brighter. In addition, due to its antiseptic properties, sunlight helps to eliminate harmful bacteria from the baby’s clothes.

Never forget that chemicals can cause severe reactions on your baby’s skin, causing allergies and infections that in turn can lead to pimples, blisters, sores, and cuts. If you notice any of the above in your baby, consult a specialist immediately. It’s also important not to use scented detergents on your clothes when breastfeeding. It’s important because the chemicals in your clothes can get into your baby’s skin. Because the baby comes into contact with your clothes while carrying, the baby can consume these chemicals, doubling the importance of paying attention to this issue.

Please research and follow the instructions on the package carefully before choosing a detergent to wash your baby. If you don’t have time to clean and take care of your beloved baby clothes, you can entrust this to the specialized NeatEx team so that we can do the best for you. The health of your dear child is our heart’s desire.