Baby's toys are often susceptible to dirt, mold and bacteria. This is one of the causes of skin, respiratory and digestive diseases in children. Therefore, parents need to regularly clean and disinfect baby toys at least once a month. This not only helps keep the toy clean like new but also protects your baby's health.
In the article below, Mykingdom will summarize some easy ways to clean baby toys with familiar ingredients.
How to clean baby toys with boiling water
The method of cleaning baby toys with boiling water is used by many parents. Because boiling water has the ability to kill bacteria very well. Parents should soak toys in boiled water for 5-10 minutes. If you are more careful, parents can wash the toys with cold water before soaking. After sterilizing the toy with boiling water, parents should take the toy out and dry it in a cool place.
However, this way of cleaning baby toys only applies to toys that have good heat resistance. As for electronic toys, battery-powered toys such as control toy cars, battery-powered toy robots... or toys with poor materials, easily discolored, deformed by heat, you should not use them.
How to clean baby toys with vinegar
In addition to using boiling water, cleaning baby toys with vinegar is also popular with many parents. Parents can mix half a cup of white vinegar with 3-4 liters of water and let their baby's toys soak for about 1 hour. During the soaking time, parents should scrub the stains to make the toy clean and white. After that, parents take the toys out and rinse them with clean water to remove the vinegar smell and then dry them.
Note, cleaning baby toys with vinegar should not be applied to toys made of metal materials.
How to clean baby toys with anolyte water
Anolyte water is also called ozone water, produced from the electrolysis of table salt. This type of water has strong antiseptic and disinfectant properties. However, anolyte water does not have the ability to clean stains on toys. Therefore, parents should clean and scrub toys using other methods. Then, use anolyte water to spray the toy to kill bacteria and then use a soft towel to dry it or dry it in a dry place.
Note, parents should not use anolye water to disinfect and clean metal toys because this type of water can corrode metal.
How to clean baby toys with bleach
Parents use 3/4 cup of bleach mixed with 3-4 liters of water then let the toys soak overnight. Remove the toy from the solution and rinse with water 3-4 times. Toys can be dried after soaking or kept in a cool, dry place.
Note, avoid using bleach to clean fabric and plastic toys that easily fade.
How to clean baby toys with hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide (also known as hydrogen peroxide) is an oxidizing agent with weak antibacterial properties. Parents can also mix two parts water with one part hydrogen peroxide in a spray bottle. Use this solution to soak or spray on baby toys to remove bacteria. After that, parents should wash the toys with water and dry them.
How to clean baby toys with a washing machine
Another simple and effective way to clean baby toys is to use a washing machine or dishwasher. The types of children's toys that can be used this way are stuffed animals, small balls, LEGOs...
Above are ways to clean baby toys with familiar everyday ingredients and utensils. In addition, parents can also clean baby toys based on the material and characteristics of each type such as plastic toys, cotton toys, electronic toys, wooden toys... Parents should Save and clean your baby's toys periodically to remove dirt and harmful bacteria, helping your baby stay happy and healthy.
