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Dreft Isn't Just For Babies (Enter to win a New Mom Gift Basket!)

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Laundry Detergent for Babies It's been a few days since I've posted. For some reason, my family just can't seem to beat all these nasty little viruses going around. (Could it have something to do with having one in kindergarten? Ohh I shudder, little kids are the biggest germ carriers!)
Moving on to a much more pleasant topic -

What product comes to mind when you think of a baby's smell?

The pink lotion, I know. Okay, let me try again - name the laundry detergent that smells like a new baby?

Dreft Laundry Detergent? Bingo!

When it came to my babies, I was loyal to the pediatrician-recommended Dreft. For 75 years, Dreft has been trusted to be gentle as water on baby’s skin and specially formulated for the unique needs of baby items; leaving each article of a baby's wardrobe soft, comfortable, and smelling fresh (which isn't always an easy task with babies, right?).

I love Dreft! It's not just for babies clothes, but toddlers to teens (and us older kids too!) love the smell and softness of Dreft in our own clothes!

If you're a Mom-to-be, a new Mom, or just a Mom looking for some great laundry tips, visit http://www.dreft.com/. And don't forget the $2.00 off coupon while you're there!

Dreft New Mom Gift Basket Giveaway! One more thing - GIVEAWAY!
Dreft is offering one lucky reader of The Mom Trap a beautiful New Mom Baby gift basket which includes Dreft detergent, a cozy soft baby blanket, and a cuddly teddy bear!

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The Fine Print: Contest ends at 11:59:59 PM Central Time on Thursday,March 3, 2011. Winner will be chosen by random number generator. Must be 18 years or older to enter. Open to U.S. and territories residents only; void where prohibited. Winner will be notified via email no later than Friday, March 4, 2011, and will have 48 hours to claim their prize or an alternate winner will be chosen.

91 chatted about this topic:

loni broesch, February 21, 2011 at 8:16 AM: I learned that Make sure to wash everything that may touch your baby's skin in Dreft® before your bundle of joy arrives,

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mverno, February 21, 2011 at 9:41 AM: need to wash all of the baby clothes with dreft before baby wears them mverno@roadrunner.com
McKim, February 21, 2011 at 12:59 PM: While it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, do not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.
McKim, February 21, 2011 at 1:00 PM: I'm a follower via GFC.
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MOMFOREVERANDEVER, February 21, 2011 at 5:35 PM: While it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, do not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.
J. Cannon, February 21, 2011 at 5:48 PM: I learned that Dreft can be used for the first 18 months to 2 years. This will vary, of course, based on your laundry habits.
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Tiffany, February 21, 2011 at 9:57 PM: I learned that while it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, i should not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.

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Ashley H, February 21, 2011 at 10:03 PM: I learned that While it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, do not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.
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Ashley H, February 21, 2011 at 10:04 PM: I follow on gfc agatewood1
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Ashley H, February 21, 2011 at 10:05 PM: I follow on twitter @shuggysmommy
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Ashley H, February 21, 2011 at 10:08 PM: http://twitter.com/#!/shuggysmommy/status/39899077864849408
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Ashley H, February 21, 2011 at 10:09 PM: your button is on my blog: http://giveawayqueenbee.blogspot.com/
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coliebear, February 21, 2011 at 11:02 PM: I learned to weight an item while soaking with a towel to keep it submerged.
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cstironkat, February 21, 2011 at 11:12 PM: I learned that colored items must be protected by pre-testing the effects of stain removal techniques on a hidden area on the item.
Linda, February 22, 2011 at 10:22 AM: I learned for removing food stains to rinse as soon as possible with cold water to dilute the stain.
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Linda, February 22, 2011 at 10:22 AM: I follow you on GFC(Linda G)
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Jean, February 22, 2011 at 5:24 PM: I learned...Colored items must be protected by pre-testing the effects of stain removal techniques on a hidden area on the item.
Jean, February 22, 2011 at 5:25 PM: I follow with gfc.
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mogrill, February 22, 2011 at 5:48 PM: I learned you shouldnt use Fabric softener on baby clothes. It reduces flame restistance.
Thanks for the chance.
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Kimberly, February 24, 2011 at 10:07 AM: I learned that they recommend keeping a bottle of Dreft near the changing table to quickly pre treat spots.
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Kimberly, February 24, 2011 at 10:08 AM: I follow with GFC.
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Kimberly, February 24, 2011 at 10:08 AM: I follow you on twitter @Aerated.
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Kimberly, February 24, 2011 at 10:09 AM: I tweeted http://twitter.com/Aerated/status/40805391176712192
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Kimberly, February 24, 2011 at 10:09 AM: I tweeted #2. Thank you! http://twitter.com/Aerated/status/40805391176712192
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sweetsue, February 25, 2011 at 12:56 PM: When getting clothes out of storage (hand-me-downs, heirlooms, etc.) pre-wash with Dreft® to refresh clothes in time for baby's arrival.
sweetsue, February 25, 2011 at 12:59 PM: I follow you on twitter as ptowngirl.
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Meaghan F., February 25, 2011 at 2:09 PM: I learned that "After soaking, wring out excess water by hand or run diapers through the spin cycle." Good to know really. Email in profile.
ard1977, February 27, 2011 at 2:54 AM: For food stain I learned if stain has set, soak with color-safe bleach added to the Dreft solution for 30 minutes. Thanks! ard1977@gmail dot com
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ard1977, February 27, 2011 at 2:57 AM: tweeted #1- http://twitter.com/amied027/status/41783909104627713
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ard1977, February 27, 2011 at 2:58 AM: tweeted #2- http://twitter.com/amied027/status/41783909104627713
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SHAYNA, February 27, 2011 at 9:48 AM: I LEARNED THAT BEFORE BRINGING MY BABY HOME I SHOULD WASH EVERYTHING HE MAY TOUCH W/ DREFT INCLUDING CLOTHES, BIBS, BLANKETS AND CARSEAT AND STROLLER FABRICS :)

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Giant Sis, March 1, 2011 at 1:05 PM: I didn't know that Fabric softener may reduce flame resistance when used on children’s sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant.
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Giant Sis, March 1, 2011 at 1:05 PM: FB follower (liz t. newsome)
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Giant Sis, March 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM: twitter follower (giantsis)
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Ellie Wright, March 1, 2011 at 6:01 PM: I learned that Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.
I did not know that.
Thanks for the giveaway!
eswright18 at gmail dot com
Ellie Wright, March 1, 2011 at 6:02 PM: I follow via GFC (ellie)
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Ellie Wright, March 1, 2011 at 6:04 PM: tweet
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Ellie Wright, March 1, 2011 at 6:04 PM: tweet entry #2
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grannyvon, March 2, 2011 at 9:49 AM: First tip was to be sure to wash everything that may touch your baby's skin in Dreft before you use it and that means EVERYTHING!ybutler@oppcatv.com
dandmrobbins, March 2, 2011 at 12:41 PM: Wash all things that might touch the baby with Dreft, including mommy's clothes.
chad sexington, March 2, 2011 at 2:30 PM: I learned that using fabric softner on anything labeled as being flame-retardant reduces those properties of the fabric!! I had no idea, I'm going to stop using fabric softner on my son's clothes and sheets immediately!
Jennifer Neal, March 2, 2011 at 4:54 PM: When you pre-wash your baby items before baby comes home, do not use fabric softener on these items... who knew?!
Emmy Coffee, March 2, 2011 at 6:23 PM: This is a GREAT tip!

While it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, do not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener on children's sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant may reduce flame resistance.
Unknown, March 2, 2011 at 6:25 PM: Colored items must be protected by pre-testing the effects of stain removal techniques on a hidden area on the item. I'm bad about not doing this and removing more than the stain :)

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Unknown, March 2, 2011 at 6:25 PM: I'm a GFC follower

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Hotsnotty2, March 2, 2011 at 9:11 PM: I learned that Colored items must be protected by pre-testing the effects of stain removal techniques on a hidden area on the item, thanks!

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dpschad, March 2, 2011 at 9:49 PM: I learned not to use fabric softener on babies clothes because it could lower the flame retardancy. dpschad@yahoo.com
Julie, March 3, 2011 at 8:10 AM: I learned that before treating any garment, always refer to the care label instructions first.
thanks
aunteegem@yahoo.co
Sheila Hickmon, March 3, 2011 at 9:32 AM: I like this tip: For "on-the go" and "at home" spot/stain issues, place a small amount of liquid Dreft® in a small pretreater bottle or use the Dreft® Portable Pretreater Pen.

Thanks!
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Sheila Hickmon, March 3, 2011 at 9:33 AM: GFC follower (mom2anutball)

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Sheila Hickmon, March 3, 2011 at 9:33 AM: I tweeted!
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Sheila Hickmon, March 3, 2011 at 9:34 AM: I tweeted!
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~*~lilshuga2001~*~, March 3, 2011 at 11:50 AM: ~~While it is smart to wash all baby items before and after storing, do not use fabric softener on these items~~
Amy delong, March 3, 2011 at 1:04 PM: wash all the clothes before the baby wears it
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susan1215, March 3, 2011 at 1:08 PM: I learned Colored items must be protected by pre-testing the effects of stain removal techniques on a hidden area on the item.

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susan1215, March 3, 2011 at 1:11 PM: follow via GFC
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Nicole Larsen, March 3, 2011 at 3:39 PM: I learned that fabric softener may reduce flame resistance when used on children’s sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant.

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Rachel, March 3, 2011 at 3:58 PM: using fabric softener reduces flame resistance
Mary Gardner, March 3, 2011 at 4:16 PM: I learned that to remove food stains, rinse as soon as possible with cold water to dilute the stain.

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Chris, March 3, 2011 at 6:07 PM: wash everything before you store it away
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Breanne, March 3, 2011 at 7:53 PM: I learned that fabric softener may reduce flame resistance when used on children’s sleepwear.
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Elka, March 3, 2011 at 9:53 PM: When you pre-wash your baby items before baby comes home, do not use fabric softener on these items. Fabric softener may reduce flame resistance when used on children’s sleepwear or other garments labeled as flame resistant.

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cman, March 3, 2011 at 11:29 PM: Make sure to wash everything that may touch your baby's skin in Dreft® before your bundle of joy arrives.
cman, March 3, 2011 at 11:29 PM: I'm a GFC follower.