We can use hot water and detergent to clean some children's toys, such as baby rattles, gums, etc. If the toy is heat-resistant, it can also be sterilized by steaming or boiling.If it is a plastic product, it is better to use chemical disinfection (first thoroughly clean it, and then soak it in the disinfection solution).
But any toys that need to be plugged in or use batteries are not suitable for washing in water. For this kind of toys or other heat resistant toys, parents can use a wet paper towel with disinfection function to wipe them, and then give them to children to play after they are dried.
If children play outdoors, the surfaces of toys and objects in contact can also be wiped with disinfectant wipes.
Disinfection wipes should generally contain alcohol, quaternary ammonium compounds, dichlorobenzbiguanidine hexane or triclosan.
Alcohol can deteriorate the protein of bacteria and viruses, so it has disinfection function.
Quaternary ammonium compounds are mainly used to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi rather than to kill bacteria. Their antibacterial ability is lower than that of alcohol.
Dichloroben biguanidine hexane disinfection has a moderate effect, which is slower than that of alcohol, but the effect can last for a period of time. However, a few people may be sensitive to this ingredient, so you must pay attention to avoid contact with the eyes when using it.
The inhibitory effect of triclosan on fungi and viruses is weak.
It should be noted that many wet paper towels sold in the market are mainly used to clean the skin, without disinfection function. You should pay attention to distinguish them when buying.
It is suggested that families with babies should always have sterilized wipes, especially when going out.
