Can you wash a Lillebaby carrier?
The simple and quick answer is that yes, like most baby carriers, you can wash your Líllébaby carriers Simply put in a pillow case and wash in a machine. For more detailed washing instructions for each type of lillebaby carrier, keep reading!
How to Wash A Baby Carrier: Quick Tips
In a rush? Here are top tips, the crucial things you need to know before you wash any baby carriers.
- Check Manufacturer’s Instructions: Always refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines for specific cleaning recommendations, for example some may suggest using a delicate cycle
- Spot Clean: For small spills or stains, spot clean the body panel with a damp cloth and mild soap.
- Remove Accessories: Take off any removable accessories, infant insert or pads for separate washing if possible.
- Machine Washable: If your carrier is machine washable, use a gentle cycle with mild detergent and cold water. Fasten all straps and buckles to prevent tangling.
- Hand Wash: If it’s not machine washable, hand wash in a basin with gentle detergent and cold water. Gently agitate and rinse thoroughly.
- Avoid Bleach or Harsh Chemicals: Never use bleach or harsh chemicals, as they can damage the fabric and irritate a baby’s skin. There is no need for fabric softeners
- Hang to Dry: After washing, hang the carrier to air dry in a well-ventilated area. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Check for Damage: Inspect the carrier for any wear and tear, loose stitching, or damaged buckles after washing.
- Store Clean: Always store the carrier clean and dry to prevent mold or mildew growth.
- Readjust Straps: After cleaning, make sure to readjust all the buckles and shoulder straps to their proper positions before using it again
The tips above will help you prolong the life of your baby carrier.
How to wash a Lillebaby Tie the Knot carrier
The lillebaby tie the knot sling is a stretchy wrap. It is a long piece of fabric which you wrap around your baby and is ideal from newborn up to about 6 months. As the tie the knot is just an extended piece of fabric, with no buckles etc, it is very easy to wash.
Simply pop in the washing machine and wash on cool. It can be tumble dried on low or hung to dry. It is a very thin piece of fabric, unlike old fashioned stretchy wraps like the moby wrap, so these lightweight fabrics do not take long to wash or dry at all.
How to wash a Lillebaby Ring Sling
The lillebaby ring sling is also an extended piece of fabric, but this time comes with metal ring slings.
It is best to tie a sock over the ring slings before you pop the sling into the machine. This stops them bashing and scratching in your machine and will minimise damage to your machine or wrap. Again, just wash on a cool wash then dry on a line.
How to wash a Lillebaby Complete Carrier
The lillebaby complete is a buckle or structured carrier with lots of buckles and clips so we have to take a few extra precautions when washing. We would suggest that you pat with a damp sponge as much as you can to clean your carrier, reducing the need to machine wash.
Also using teething pads will really help cut down grime on your carrier. You can purchase these from lots of lovely vendors who can tailor make to a gorgeous array of designs. We always advise our local moms to get 2 sets in so you always have one in the wash and one on the carrier.
When it needs a full wash then first it’s best to buckle up all the the buckles. Then pop the carrier into a pillow case or lingerie bag. This protects all those buckles from getting bashed and broken in the washing machine.
Wash the carrier on a cold cycle with mild washing powder. Do not use any bleach. Also put on a low spin cycle (a high spin can cause a lot of damage). Then line dry. It is not advisable to tumble dry buckle or soft structured carriers.
Careful washing infrequently will extend the life of your carrier. If you hot wash often your carrier will fade and you risk breaking your buckles.
Take Aways
•You can wash your Lillebaby carrier in a machine by putting it in a pillow case.
• For detailed washing instructions, see below:
• To wash a Lillebaby Tie the Knot carrier, put it in the washing machine on cool and tumble dry on low or hang it to dry.
• To wash a Lillebaby Ring Sling, tie a sock over the ring slings before putting it in the machine and washing it on cool. Dry on a line.
• To wash Lillebaby Complete Carrier, first buckle up all buckles then put them into a pillow case and wash on a cold cycle with mild washing powder (no bleach). Put on a low spin cycle then line dry.
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