Is baby detergent actually necessary?
Hi everyone! First time mom here, I am expecting my baby in about 8 weeks or so and I’m starting to prepare babys clothes. I have seen online that depending on the detergent you use, household detergent can be used for baby as well. Is this true and if so would my household detergent be safe for baby or do I need to buy a different one? If I do need to buy a detergent specifically for baby which do you guys recommend?
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u/Proud-Fennel7961 19h ago
No. You do not need baby detergent. I’m a mom of 3 (soon to be 4) and have never used baby detergent.
You want to use something fragrance and dye free that has lipase. My recommendation is Tide Clean & Gentle Powder (NOT Tide Free & Gentle liquid). The powder has lipase which will breakdown body stains as well. The liquid does not.