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How to Remove Stains from Baby Clothes & Disinfect Them

Wondering how to disinfect baby clothes, tackle poop stains, and wash newborn clothes while still leaving them fresh, soft and kind to skin? Look no further!

Babies are wonderful – and they’re messy. From accidents with formula and baby food to other, less pleasant ‘accidents’, every parent knows how much laundry a little one can pile up over the course of just one day. There’s no need to worry, though – this handy guide is here to help you learn how to wash baby clothes and remove stains.

How to wash newborn clothes - top tip! To protect delicate newborn skin, use Persil non-bio detergent to wash stained baby clothes. The highly effective formula is tough on stains but gentle on sensitive young skin. 

HOW TO GET STAINS OUT OF BABY CLOTHES: FOOD STAINS

Because baby food comes in all colours of the rainbow, these stains can look quite alarming, but there’s no need to panic. Just treat the stained baby clothes with this three-step method:

  1. Soak the garment in cold water for a few hours – or overnight, if possible.

  2. Rub a little Persil non-bio into the stain. Leave it for a few minutes to work its magic.

  3. Wash as normal, following the instructions on the care label.

That’s it! For more information on how to get out baby food stains, check out this article. 

HOW TO GET BABY FORMULA STAINS OUT OF CLOTHES

These stains can be a little tough to remove if they’re left to dry, so act as fast as possible. If you aren’t able to treat the stain immediately, blot it with a damp cloth, removing as much of the excess formula as you can.

  1. Rinse the stain thoroughly under cool water. If possible, soak it for 15 minutes or longer.

  2. Pour a little Persil non-bio liquid onto the stain and gently rub it in.

  3. Pop the item of clothing in the wash and set to a moderate temperature – 40C ought to do the trick!

With these simple steps, you should have no problem getting baby formula stains out of your little one’s clothes.