On the path of children's growth, parents are always full of wisdom to find various ways to save money. Among them, accepting other people's second-hand clothes for children to wear is an advanced "money-saving technique". However, this seemingly clever act may cause us to accidentally step on three "minefields".
There is a mother in the town, and she is a good mother who is thrifty. Her daughter Xiaofang (pseudonym) is a lively and lovely little girl, and her mother always hopes to give her the best life, but she also does not forget to save every penny. Xiaofang often wears second-hand clothes sent by her neighbors.
Once, Xiaofang's mother accepted a box of second-hand clothes from a neighbor's aunt, which looked clean and tidy, and her mother felt that she had saved a lot of money and was very satisfied. So, she put one of the clothes on Xiaofang, but not long after, Xiaofang began to cough, runny nose, and even fever.
Mom took Xiaofang to the doctor in a hurry, and the doctor asked Xiaofang if she had been exposed to anything unclean recently. Mom remembered the batch of second-hand clothes, so she hurriedly washed the clothes Xiaofang was wearing, and sure enough, she found some slight stains on the clothes.
The doctor told the mother that the child's resistance is weak, and wearing unclean clothes can easily lead to infection and cause physical discomfort. Only then did the mother realize that even second-hand clothes need to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to ensure the health of the child.
Since then, Xiaofang's mother has learned to carefully clean second-hand clothes after receiving them to ensure that they are hygienic before letting Xiaofang put them on. She also understands that saving should be rational, and the health and comfort of children are the most important.
Children may be more susceptible to illness
Many parents often ignore hygiene when accepting second-hand clothes, thinking that the person who delivers the clothes is healthy, so the clothes should be clean. However, the hygiene of second-hand clothing does not depend entirely on the person who delivers it. Even if the owner washes the laundry before sending it, it is likely that the laundry will be contaminated during the process of sorting, transportation, etc. If parents do not clean and disinfect in time and put on the child directly, the child is likely to get infected due to dirt and cause illness.
The child's immune system is not fully developed and has a weak resistance to bacteria and viruses. Therefore, wearing unclean, second-hand clothing can increase your child's risk of contracting the disease. According to statistics, a large number of children seek medical treatment every year because of bacterial infections caused by clothing, and many of them suffer from skin diseases, respiratory infections and other diseases. Therefore, it is important for parents to thoroughly clean and disinfect second-hand clothing after receiving it to ensure the health and safety of their children.
Your child's physical development may be affected
Children are in a stage of rapid development, and the right size of clothing is crucial for development. In order to save costs, many parents let their children "make" with second-hand clothes, which may seriously affect their children's physical development. In particular, wearing ill-fitting footwear can affect your child's foot development and gait, which can lead to long-term health problems.
Your child's bones, muscles, and organs are constantly developing and growing, so they need the right clothing to support and protect them. If the clothes are too tight or too loose, it will have a negative impact on the child's physical development, and even affect the child's posture and posture. Studies have shown that ill-fitting clothing can lead to problems such as improper posture, spinal deformity, and even affect your child's health and quality of life.
Your child may develop low self-esteem
When parents often let their children wear other people's second-hand clothes, they may ignore their children's psychological feelings, which in turn leads to the problem of children's inferiority complex. Children also have their own aesthetics and self-esteem as they grow up, so wearing clothing can affect their mood and self-confidence.
Imagine that when a child discovers that the clothes they are wearing are not brand new, they may feel different from others and even have an inferiority complex. Children are sensitive to outside evaluations and perceptions, so wearing clothes that are not desirable can make them feel embarrassed and upset.
In social situations or at school, children may be ridiculed or ostracized by their peers because they are wearing clothes that are not new or branded. In this case, children may gradually develop an inferiority complex, think that they are inferior to others, and even affect their studies and make friends.
Parents should pay attention to their children's feelings and respect their choices and opinions. If a child expresses a dislike for wearing second-hand clothing, parents should respect the child's wishes, give understanding and support, and not force the child to wear clothes they don't like.
Thorough cleaning: Once second-hand clothing is received, be sure to clean and disinfect it thoroughly. This includes washing laundry and making sure it is thoroughly dried to kill bacteria and viruses that may be present.
Choose the right size: Make sure your child is the right size for your child and don't let your child wear small or oversized clothes that may affect their comfort and health.
Check the quality of the garment: Check the garment for damage or wear to avoid injury or discomfort to your child.
Children's opinions come first: Respect children's opinions and choices, do not force children if they do not like to wear certain clothes, and maintain communication and understanding.
Multiple uses: In addition to wearing, second-hand clothing can also be used as household items or toys to serve a variety of purposes and extend its lifespan.