Most websites will tell you to clean baby toys with a mixture of water and chlorine bleach. Personally, I don’t like the idea of my child putting anything covered in bleach in it’s mouth, but how else can a toy be disinfected and still safe?
There are a few easy ways to clean and disinfect toys, without using harsh chemicals.
Distilled white vinegar is the organic cleaners best friend. Not only is white vinegar a great disinfectant, but it also removes odors and stains. Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water, and viola!
Place the mix in a spray bottle and use it to wipe down your child’s toys.
And don’t worry about the vinegar smell, that will go away quickly, much faster than the smell of bleach!
For any type of toy that doesn’t contain wood or batteries, simply tossing them into the dishwasher will work perfectly.
Teething rings and plastic toys can also be washed with the dishes, in hot, soapy water. Remember not to soak wooden toys as they will grow mold.
Most stuffed animals can go through the washing machine on a gentle cycle, and dried on low. If the toy is already well worn, place it inside a pillow case before putting it through the machine.
With a few simple tricks, it’s easy to clean your child’s toys without using harsh chemicals.
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