How to Clean Baby's Toys Without Using Dangerous Disinfectants

Clean toys with natural household cleaners.

If you're concerned about your baby's exposure to cleaning products, avoid using them without sacrificing hygiene. Clean and sanitize your baby's toys without chemicals using products commonly found in your pantry. These products clean your baby's toys without leaving a harmful residue or polluting the air inside your home. Clean your baby's toys once a week, more often if your baby is sick. Use safe, natural, economical and environmentally friendly cleaners.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup warm water
• Spray bottle
• Cleaning cloth
• Baking soda
• Large plastic bag
• Vacuum cleaner

Instructions

1. Mix one cup of white vinegar with one cup of warm water. Add it to clean spray bottle and sanitize your baby's crib, playpen, carseat, stroller and any other toys that cannot be put into the dishwasher. Spray them with the mixture of vinegar and warm water and wipe down with a soft cloth.

2. Place plastic toys that are heat-resistant in the dishwater on the top rack. Wash as normal and let dry fully before returning them to the toy box.

3. Clean stuffed toys that cannot be put in the washing machine with baking soda. Put them into a large plastic bag and liberally sprinkle them with baking soda. Shake the toy in the bag and let stand for 15 minutes. Vacuum or brush off the baking soda.

References

• The Daily Green: The Easiest Green Cleaning Recipes You Can Make at Home