2006-07-19 03:15:12 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I'm using ALL "free and clear" as a detergent, but I'm looking for a fabric softener to go along with it that is hypoallergenic and fragrance free...
2006-07-19 03:20:49 · update #1
I like the liquid Downy Free and Sensitive (white bottle). I've been using it since my first son was born, almost 2.5 years ago, and so far it hasn't broken either him or his little brother out. Works like regular Downy, but without the scent.
2006-07-19 04:59:29 · answer #1 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I asked my pediatritian the same thing, and she said fabric softener will only irritate baby's skin more.
It's because all fabric softeners have dyes and fragrances in them. Dreft is actually not even recommended because it also has a fragrance in it.
If you're using All free and clear, that's a good one. But I've looked, and I've found no fabric softeners that don't have dyes or fragrances. They all have fragrances in them! I wish they made one that didn't, because baby clothes don't come out real soft without a fabric softener..... I guess my pediatrician was right!
2006-07-19 03:20:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Typically all fabric softener interferes with the baby clothes being fire retardant. I'm not sure of natural ones though. Good for you!!! I know that with my cloth diapers I get them clean with a natural detergent. NO fabric softeners.
2006-07-19 03:22:35 · answer #3 · answered by sincerelysarah117 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try adding vinegar to the rinse cycle. It works GREAT as a fabric softner, and it helps remove soap & softner residue that lingers, which 'wears out' clothing faster. It's also not an alergen, so it won't irritate the babies skin. And no, if you add the right amount, it will NOT smell like vinegar when you are done washing the clothing. They smell clean. Lingering residues (such as smoke) disappear. I add roughly the same amount of vinegar as I would softner.
2006-07-19 03:33:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use the bounce dryer sheets.. its in a white box (i have 2 small ones) and I am allergic to fabric softeners
2006-07-19 20:09:33 · answer #5 · answered by steveangela1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anytime you use these products there is a risk of causing allergies or asthema..
we would all do our kids a big favor by using fewer chemicals in our homes.. fabric softener is one such product...sprays to kill "germs" are even worse - because think about it... what would you rather have a kid put in his mouth?? a toy with germs (For which our bodies are naturally prepared for) or a toy with harsh chemicals that are possibly cancer causing in the long run?
2006-07-19 03:26:07 · answer #6 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i use the dyer sheets.. thats better for the clothes and that way it wont stick to everything.
you can use any kind of laundry detergent for baby's clothes. it doesnt really matter.
2006-07-19 04:38:12 · answer #7 · answered by joy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are fabric sheets that are scent free.
2006-07-19 03:21:31 · answer #8 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get the downy free and clear It makes your clothes soft and fluffy. and did not irritate my babies skin. (my oldest has excema)
2006-07-19 03:24:21 · answer #9 · answered by *bossy* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ezee (tha's the best. i m using it for 1 year)that's is for delicate clothes and then read the instructions
2006-07-19 03:17:50 · answer #10 · answered by nikki 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋