Whats the definitive answer? Do I have to wash all new baby bedding and blankets before they are used?

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I have just packed my hospital bag and then as an afterthought realised the babygros I have put in are brand new.

Do I have to wash EVERYTHING??

yup!

you don't HAVE to, but I did/would

I would.

Yes, definitely, in non-bio powder. You probably don't absolutely have to but the mw on our antenatal course said we should to be on the safe side.

why?

well, my mum worked in a factory for baby clothing ... the amounth of dust, sprays, etc in the air get to the clothers which then get stored in a plastic bag. The next thing you do is you open it in the nursery and don't get aired directly to your baby skin. I know what i would do!

Bugger! I should have remember this with number 3!

I have left tags on most things in case baby is big/small or I have too much etc

Might just wash a selection but then that leaves more to do after the birth hmmmmm

GGGGlimpopo - how are you feeling? How long for you now? Im due on boxing day, is that the same as you?

I did.
Felt better, but wasn't sure if I was being neurotic.
Things often feel softer once you have washed them - nicer for the baby.

what i think it's also importnat to wash well are muslims cloths. They absorb much better and they also have crap chemichals used when they get ironed.

Definitely the dust, get rid of the packaging smell and make them a bit softer. Things straight out of the packet can be a bit starched and stiff.

It took me a while to get that MMJ but now !

bum! my bloody spelling! how will i cope with my kids homework! I do not know!