Is it necessary to soak stuffed toys in water?

"Soaking in water" is something that almost always appears on the list of things to prepare for childbirth.

The sight of tiny clothes hanging on hangers makes my heart leap with the feeling of new life.

On the other hand, you may be wondering , "Do stuffed animals also need to be washed?"

Soaking stuffed toys

Stuffed toys not only come into contact with babies' skin, but also often end up in their mouths.

Basically, it's best to rinse it with water.

However, there are cases where water soaking is not necessary, so let's take a look at the background together.

Purpose of watering

First of all, do you know why you need to rinse your clothes?

The main purpose of soaking in water is to reduce formaldehyde .

What is formaldehyde?

Ingredients used in furniture and building materials
May cause irritation or allergies to baby's delicate skin
It is water-soluble, so washing it can reduce the risk.

For these reasons, washing the baby's skin with water continues as a small measure of security to protect the baby's skin.

If it's been tested, is it unnecessary?

In recent years, more and more baby clothing and products are being labeled as "formaldehyde tested."

This is proof that the product has been thoroughly inspected and its safety confirmed before shipping.

However, there is a possibility that trace amounts of the substance may adhere to the product from the outside air during transportation or storage.

For this reason, many moms and dads soak their clothes in water just to be on the safe side.

"Tamper-evident seal" protects baby's skin

Against this background, more complete innovations have been seen in recent years.

The products that have already been inspected are sealed in bags at the factory in a clean state.

To protect baby's skin
"To keep it clean"

This is an initiative to attach anti-tamper seals with the following message:

▲Example of tamper-evident seal

This seal acts as a seal and cannot be put back on once removed.

This method is used by some baby brands and is designed to minimize risks during transportation and storage.

OFUNE's First Buddy® is one of them.

The tamper-evident seal keeps the product clean until it reaches your baby, and there's no need to rinse it, so you can give it to them with peace of mind.

summary

Soaking your baby's clothes in water is a gentle habit that is kind to your baby's skin.

And in recent years, with the "sticker to protect baby's skin,"

Products that take into consideration the risks during transportation are gradually becoming more widespread.

By knowing this safety mechanism along with the watering time,

Preparing for your baby will be much more comfortable.