Water temperature
What temperature to wash baby clothes?
Warm water is a common default for sturdy baby clothes, but cold water is safer for colors, delicate items, and labels that limit heat.
Temperature
Warm water, or cold for colors and delicate garments
Cycle
Normal or delicate
Spin
Medium spin
Care-label caveats
- Follow flame-resistant sleepwear care labels carefully.
- Do not use bleach or fabric softener on flame-resistant sleepwear unless the label allows it.
- Choose a fragrance-free detergent when the household prefers fewer fragrance residues.
- Check small snaps, ties, and appliques before and after washing.