Cuddly toys often get dirty from various activities. Washing machines can damage certain brands of plush toys, specifically Beanie Babies and Jellycats, due to sensitive materials and embellishments. An expert advises parents to read care labels and avoid machine washing. Instead, spot cleaning with baby wipes is recommended for minor stains, while fully dirty toys should be handwashed with soap and cool water, allowing them to air dry afterwards.
'Always check the label, but certain brands of soft toys are handwash-only for the most part,' she said. These include two very popular brands - Beanie Babies and Jellycats.
TY, the company which manufactures Beanie Babies, writes on its website: 'Stuffed animals travel everywhere with kids, so it's no surprise parents often find themselves searching for how to clean plush toys after a mess or spill.
Putting the stuffed toys in with a load of laundry can be asking for trouble. The washer's spin cycles, the heat from the dryer, and harsh detergents aren't a good combination for a delicate plush toy.
If the whole toy is dirty, it's best to handwash using soap and cool water before leaving to air dry.
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