Does plush toys breed bacteria and mites? I will teach you the method of maternal and child level disinfection

Firstly, it is necessary to do a "pre-treatment" before cleaning. First check the label of the plush toy to confirm if it can be washed with water. For washable toys, first use the small brush head of a vacuum cleaner to carefully clean the surface, especially in areas with dense plush and crevices. This can remove some dust and mite corpses, reducing the burden of subsequent cleaning. If there are small stains on toys, do not use highly irritating cleaning agents. Dip a small amount of baby specific laundry detergent in warm water and gently pat the stain to avoid rubbing and damaging the fabric. ​

Next is the 'gentle cleaning' step. Choose baby specific laundry detergent or mother baby neutral detergent. This kind of product does not contain fluorescent agent, phosphorus and irritating essence, and will not harm the baby's skin. When cleaning, use warm water at 30-40 ℃. High water temperature may cause deformation and discoloration of the plush. It can be hand washed or machine washed. To machine wash, place it in a laundry bag and select the "gentle mode". After washing, do not wring it out forcefully, gently squeeze out the moisture to prevent the toy from deforming. ​

Next is' drying and disinfection ', which is the key to killing bacteria and mites. The washed plush toys should be placed in a sunny and well ventilated place to dry. The ultraviolet rays in the sunlight can effectively kill most bacteria and mites. Be careful not to expose to direct sunlight for too long, usually 2-3 hours. Prolonged exposure can make the plush rough and affect its texture. If encountering rainy days, you can use a dryer to dry at low temperature, with the temperature controlled below 40 ℃. After drying, remember to gently pat the toy to restore its fluffy texture. ​

For some plush toys that are inconvenient to wash with water, such as those with electronic components and special materials, "steam disinfection" can be used. Prepare a mother and baby grade steam cleaner, operate according to the instructions, and slowly move the steam towards the surface of the toy, especially at wrinkles and corners. High temperature steam can penetrate deep into the gaps to kill bacteria and mites, and does not require chemical agents, making it safe and residue free. After disinfection, it should also be placed in a well ventilated place to dry, to prevent the toy from getting damp and breeding new bacteria inside. ​

Finally, parents should be reminded that the frequency of disinfection for plush toys is also important. Toys that babies often come into contact with are recommended to be cleaned or disinfected once a week; Toys that are not frequently played with can be disinfected once a month. At the same time, it is also important to pay attention to keeping toys clean in daily life, to avoid babies holding toys and not cleaning them up in a timely manner after eating or spitting milk, and to reduce the growth of bacteria and mites from the source.

It is worth mentioning that manufacturers like nianbeast, which focus on maternal and child safety, produce plush toys that are more suitable for the needs of sensitive babies in terms of material selection. Combined with the above-mentioned maternal and child level disinfection methods, they can more comprehensively protect every moment of the baby's interaction with the toy, making parents more at ease and the baby playing more happily.