Among the many doubts that arise before the arrival of a new member to the family, the one of how to wash and take care of his clothes stands out. There are many recommendations that can come to us from our environment, so many that sometimes they can be confusing and contradictory. Washing baby clothes may seem complicated, but you just have to follow some tips that, little by little, become a routine habit. In this article we explain how to keep your clothes clean and remove difficult stains, but we also give you some tips to make your clothes last longer and remain as the first day.
Your baby's skin, the most delicate
The dermis of babies is very thin and has less layers of protection than that of adults, characteristics that make it more vulnerable and sensitive. For this reason, special caution must be taken and treat baby's skin with products specially designed for them. This includes from your personal and intimate hygiene, that is, soaps and creams, to the type of clothes we use and the products with which we wash them.
It is best to select natural fabrics, such as cotton. Let's avoid those garments with large closures, buttons or zippers that can rub and cause wounds on your skin.
Before first posts, it is essential to cut the inner labels of all the garments, since they usually annoy them, producing itching and redness. Likewise, it is advisable to always wash the garments before using them for the first time, to eliminate possible residues after the manufacturing process or dirt. If the baby is not yet born, it is better to wait until the probable date of delivery approaches, so that during this time the clothes do not pick up dust again.
How to wash clothes
At first, it is advisable that the clothes of the babies be washed in a different laundry and separated from that of the rest of the family. It can be by hand or in the washing machine, using in this case specific short programs for delicate garments and with an extra rinse to remove all the remains of the detergent. In any case, it is important always use little aggressive products, such as neutral soaps or detergents for sensitive skin or babies. The same goes for softeners, if we use them, you should opt for one tested for sensitive skin.
At the time of tending you have to do it with care so that there are no marks on clothespins and, in addition, the clothes will last longer.
Difficult spots
Some spots on the baby's clothes require a special treatment to be eliminated. This is the case of the poop, especially that of the first months of life that is liquid and abundant, so you can easily stain your body or pants. Another example is that of fruit. When starting complementary feeding, around 6 months, fruit and some vegetable stains are somewhat more difficult to remove. The same goes for milk stains and the typical regurgitation of babies.
To treat clothes with difficult stains it is advisable to soak it as soon as possible by adding a specific product. If we talk about clothes with light colors, just let soak with water and a little bleach for 20 minutes, rinse it and put it in the washing machine. In the case of washing exclusively white clothes, it is best to use products such as Neutrex Suave, with natural and active salts, it is especially indicated for the most delicate white clothes that require special care and washing. It acts directly on the spots of fruit, porridge or milk and eliminates them thoroughly even in cold water. It also acts as a bleach, recovering the target of the first day.
In conclusion, when it comes to caring for the baby's dermis it is It is essential to be methodical and cautious, in order to avoid skin problems and irritations. Using specific and non-aggressive products, and treating your clothes with care we will ensure that they are clean and disinfected without altering or damaging your delicate skin.
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