After having a
baby girl, it can seem as if the laundry doubles! Many parents use baby
detergent to clean girl smocked dresses.
And when a newborn's skin is sensitive, this may be true. But it may be
reassuring to know that this isn't necessary for many smocked dresses.
If baby detergent
isn't getting rid of stains and odors on your smocked baby dresses
as you expected, it may be time to switch to a regular liquid detergent. Unless
your baby has allergies or another condition causing sensitive skin, washing
your baby clothes with the rest of the
family's clothes could not irritate your baby's skin. Liquid detergents
sometimes rinse out easier than powder detergents do, so may be better for
sensitive skin.
Before making the
switch, be sure to test one article of clothing.
And try using a detergent that's free of colors and fragrances. If you notice a
skin reaction, stick with baby detergent for a little while longer.
Cloth diapers are
the only items that need to be separated from your regular laundry of smocked baby dresses because harsh
detergents can cause diaper rash. Wash them with mild baby detergent, and avoid
anti-static products or fabric softeners, which often have fragrances that can
irritate the skin. Also, use hot water and be sure to double rinse each load.
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