If you’ve just found out that you have a baby on the way, one of your first stops will undoubtedly be a trip to your local shopping centre.
Standing in front of rows and rows of baby clothes you can just imagine yourself dressing your little one in these bright, colourful, tiny outfits. But what you don’t think about is how many times these gorgeous outfits are going to find themselves in the washing machine.
When your baby first arrives the amount of clothing changes can seem endless and don’t even get us started on the heaps of washing you’ll have to get through.
When clothes are washed too often, they can lose their softness, their colours will fade, and they can irritate your little one’s skin. Giving your baby’s clothes the correct amount of care they require helps keep them in good condition.
Here are a few tips on how to keep your baby’s clothes looking like new:
- When you buy something new for baby to wear, make sure to wash it before putting it on. Babies have very sensitive skin and washing the clothes beforehand removes any irritants and residue on the them.
- Babies mess on their clothes all the time, and parents find themselves changing them more often than anticipated. However, it is important to treat stains straight away before it leaves a permanent mark. Personal Touch’s Fabric Stain Remover boasts a soft touch innovation formula making it safe for baby’s clothes. Available in a spray and in-wash powder, it has a triple action formula to protect colours, is free from chlorine and delivers powerful stain penetration while keeping their clothes in good condition.
- Select the gentle spin cycle on the washing machine settings, as this will reduce the clothes’ risk of sagging. Baby clothes are made from fabric that is looser and more delicate so that babies don’t overheat when wearing many layers. This type of clothing requires much more care.
- Scrutinise the products you use in your washing machine; some laundry products can irritate the little one’s skin, so only opt for sensitive products. Personal Touch Baby Love fabric softener is formulated specifically to care for the tiny, precious items in your baby’s wardrobe. It is dermatologically tested, anti-static and is proven to reduce drying time for your laundry.
- Always look at the clothes’ label for any specific washing instructions. These labels are there to guide you on how to look after your baby’s clothes and keep them in good condition for longer.
