Useful Tips On How To Properly Wash Your Baby’s Clothes

By: John Garcia | Date Posted: September 17, 2021

How to properly wash your baby’s clothes? If you don’t know how this guide is for you. Did you know baby clothes should be washed more frequently? It is important to wash baby clothes often so that they stay fresh and free of bacteria. If they are not being properly taken care of, it can lead to skin irritation or a rash for babies! In this article, you will get helpful tips on how to wash your baby’s clothing the right way!

Wash your baby’s clothes separately from the rest of the laundry

You cannot wash your baby’s clothes with the rest of the laundry, but rather clothes separately from it. It’s important that baby garments are washed with baby-specific products because baby skin is very sensitive and could become irritated by adult products or blemishes can be left on the fabric even after washing if they come into contact with harsh chemicals found in regular detergents that contain brighteners or dyes. Baby clothing should also be rinsed thoroughly so soap residue does not remain behind as this will cause irritation.

Most common fabrics used for infant wear including cotton, flannel, velour, terry cloth, and fleece are all machine-washable but it’s best to check labels before throwing them in your loads of laundry (If a garment has trim or embellishments, you should always wash baby clothes by themselves).

Use a gentle detergent and cold water to wash delicate fabrics

You have to use a different detergent because baby clothes are delicate. They have to be washed with cold water in order not to damage them and you should always use a gentle detergent so the baby’s skin won’t get irritated. You are going to have to buy baby-friendly laundry detergent so that nothing bad happens when your child is wearing the clothes. It will ensure that there will be no skin irritations or allergic reactions to the wardrobe it is wearing.

There’s detergent specifically made for baby clothes, so you should get that. Wash baby’s clothes in cold water to prevent shrinkage and fading of colors. You should also make sure you follow the directions on their label carefully to wash baby clothes properly.

Reliable baby-friendly brands include Dreft, All Free Clear, and Ivory Snow. You should always check for a hypoallergenic detergent that is free from perfumes or dyes as well as enzymes designed to take out stains like grass or blood for example.

Add bleach if you need to disinfect clothing or remove stains

How To Properly Wash Your Baby's Clothes

In order to disinfect the baby’s clothing, follow the instructions below.

Pour bleach into baby clothes that are in a washing machine, then add baby clothing to the washer with water and detergent. This is considered an effective way of disinfecting baby clothes because it enables you to soak the baby’s laundry for up to 30 minutes before running them through the wash cycle again on their own. Bleach also helps remove baby food stains from baby clothes.

If using chlorine bleach or color-safe bleach, make sure not to mix these items with other household cleaning products because this could create harmful fumes. Instead, use one cup of regular white distilled vinegar if you want your baby’s laundry washed without any harsh chemicals present during both the prewash and main steps of washing baby clothes.

Never add bleach to baby clothes that have been previously dried in a dryer because this can cause the baby’s laundry to discolor or even shrink, which is why it should be washed on its own instead of mixed with another laundry. Also, never pour bleach directly onto baby clothing as this could weaken the fibers and lead to them breaking easily when worn by your baby.

In order to remove stains from baby clothes while disinfecting them at the same time, use either chlorine bleach or color-safe bleach depending on what type of stain you are trying to get rid of using these types of household cleaning products. If baby food stains happen to appear on baby clothes after being laid flat for a period of 24, make sure not to simply put baby clothes in the dryer after laundering them because this can cause baby food stains to set and become even harder to remove from baby’s clothing.

Dry clothes on low heat, away from direct sunlight

You must dry baby clothes on low heat away from direct sunlight. You may think that baby clothes dry quickly, but you must follow the instructions on the baby clothing label to avoid shrinkage and damage caused by high temperatures. If baby clothes are dried with other items in a machine, be sure they are washed first.

Avoid drying baby clothes at high temperatures for too long or repeatedly because it can cause cracking or color fade of baby clothes. It is advised to dry baby clothes on low heat for about 20 minutes before hanging baby clothes in the shade.

You should avoid putting them in the Sun because baby clothes are very sensitive to sunlight. You should line baby clothes in the shade so you can dry them faster, especially baby socks and baby underwear because they tend to be quickly wetted by sweat or saliva during feeding time.

Avoid using fabric softener as it can cause skin irritation

Putting fabric softener on baby clothes is not a good idea. It can cause the baby’s skin to become irritated, leaving the baby susceptible to rashes. The baby’s skin can become dry, which can lead to baby clothes having an unpleasant odor. Fabric softener is also known for causing baby clothes to lose some of their durability and color fastness.

An alternative would be to use vinegar instead as it does not irritate the baby’s skin like fabric softeners do. It has antibacterial properties that help fight odors even better than most commercial deodorizers available on the market today. It will make baby’s clothes smell fresh without exposing babies with sensitive skins to chemicals found on commercially made products containing fabric conditioners or softeners.

Make sure you have enough space in your dryer before running a load of wet clothes

There should be plenty of space in your dryer before you put baby clothes inside because baby’s clothing can take up a lot of space. Make sure there are no obstructions in the dryer and that your baby’s clothes are folded nicely so they don’t get wrinkled.

Baby clothes are sensitive and they should be washed in a way that your child is protected from chemicals. Make sure to use a baby-friendly detergent and never wash them with other clothes. Use bleach on them and dry them at lower temperatures away from the sunlight. With these tips, your baby will be much more comfortable in its clothes.

Thank you for reading!

John
 

John is the founder and chief editor of Homienjoy. With over 15 years of experience in the home improvement industry, John is passionate about helping homeowners confidently tackle their projects. Holding a civil engineering degree and working as a contractor, project manager, and consultant, John brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Homienjoy community.

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