Introduction
I've always believed that "babies are no small things, they have to worry about everything!" This point of view.
After all, the baby's body is still developing, and in many aspects it is in its infancy, making it susceptible to external influences. As a result, many seemingly inconspicuous things can often lead to big trouble.
If parents don't do a good job of prevention in advance, they often need to pay more time and energy in the later stage, and even face an unacceptable price!
Some of the things that children often use, which look clean on the surface, may actually harbor dirt and dirt, and the bacterial content is even higher than that of a "toilet". If mothers don't wash it in time, it can make the baby sick.
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These three baby products are really super dirty, and parents especially need to pay attention to them
Teethers
Teething babies always like to bite something, which is why teethers are very popular. In order to attract consumers, many businesses have put a lot of effort into the design of teethers and produced a variety of cute and beautiful styles. However, the more tricks, the more problems.
I have a colleague whose baby used to have a cold, fever, and stomach troubles. No matter how much you check, you can't find the cause, and the doctor is confused. By last chance, she cut open the baby's teether and found that it was full of mold. It turns out that the culprit has been hiding by his side all along!
Whether it is imported or domestic, it needs to be replaced frequently and pay attention to disinfection. After all, this is something that babies often put in their mouths and is related to their health. Murphy's Law tells us that the more we worry about something, the more likely it is to happen. Therefore, instead of taking the child to the hospital later, which is time-consuming, laborious, and distressing, it is better to do preventive work in advance.
plush toy
Plush toys are a favorite of many babies. However, these seemingly harmless toys can actually harbor dirt. I once went to my sister's house and found her child's stuffed animals covered in dirt. Although my sister loves to clean, she may have neglected to clean these toys.
Baby's saliva, milk, and sweat stains on parents' hands can all get on stuffed animals, providing a breeding ground for bacteria to multiply. If not cleaned frequently, bacteria can enter your child's body through the hands, feet and mouth, causing your baby to get sick.
It's best to wash plush toys every 2-3 weeks and replace them regularly.
After all, cleaning and replacing these toys is far less expensive than taking a child to the hospital. Moreover, Levin, a French expert in children's education, believes that a variety of toys can exercise children's imagination and logical thinking ability, and the process of playing with new toys is actually a child's thinking process.
Straw cups
In recent years, straw cups have gained popularity due to their well-designed and colorful design. However, this type of cup also has its drawback, which is that it is difficult to clean thoroughly. Even though parents know to wash frequently, it is still difficult to clean it thoroughly, resulting in food residue and dust accumulation, which can eventually lead to bacterial growth.
To ensure thorough cleaning, I usually put the sippy cup whole in the pot and bring it to a boil. Of course, it will be replaced after a long time, after all, the quality of plastic products is limited. Just make sure that your child is hygienic and safe during use, and you don't need to be too careful.
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A few suggestions on how to keep babies safe and hygienic
Keep your baby's hands clean
Babies like to put their hands in their mouths and scratch them, and their hands will inevitably get bacteria. Washing your baby's hands frequently can reduce the chance of bacteria entering the body. If possible, it's a good idea to make sure that there are as few germs as possible around your child.
The importance of breastfeeding
Nowadays, many young mothers are reluctant to breastfeed, fearing that it will affect their figure. But in fact, breastfed babies are much stronger in terms of immunity than babies who drink formula. New research shows that breastfeeding is not only convenient and saves money, but also promotes healthy child development.
Don't be overly clean
While hygiene is a good thing, excessive hygiene can have undesirable consequences. The body's immune system needs to evolve antibodies in response to external stimuli to remember and respond to the same germs. Therefore, if the child is not exposed to germs all the time, the immune system cannot evolve and may lead to a very serious illness in the future.
Don't blindly take the old generation's word for it
The older generation often says that "if you don't do it, you won't get sick if you eat it", which can sometimes mislead us. In fact, many children become seriously ill or even die because of hygiene problems. We should proceed from a scientific point of view, analyze rationally, and pay reasonable attention to hygiene.
A message from Guo's mother
All in all, when it comes to the hygiene of the baby, we can neither take it lightly nor be overly clean. It is the responsibility of every parent to do a good job of prevention scientifically and rationally to ensure the healthy growth of children. After all, children are a part of us, and we need to take care of them with all our hearts.
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About author:Guo Ma, a family education instructor, focuses on sharing parenting knowledge, parent-child education experience, marriage and family insights, welcome to pay attention.