New moms (and dads) have enough to focus on without worrying about cleaning. Send in Galaxy Maids to the rescue with clean home solutions for every NYC family! Galaxy Maids is one of the best cleaning agencies in NYC and delivers the right clean for you baby house, home and office. Your child’s first years are a special time that should be spent forming bonds and making memories. Leave the chores to your Galaxy Maids team and enjoy the benefits of a clean, welcoming home without the effort.
Dealing with baby-related concerns in between appointments? We have some great solutions for you!
Cleaning Baby House, Messes & Stains
- Milk or liquid spilled all over the carpet! – Quickly grab some paper towels or microfiber and absorb as much liquid as possible. Then, using cold water, a few drops of mild dish soap, and a cloth, lightly work up the milk. Gently blot the area. If the milk smell remains, use a diluted vinegar spray after testing your carpet for colorfastness. Some smaller rugs can be tossed in the wash on cool settings (always read washing instructions).
- The baby got his food all over himself (or me)! – Avoid disaster by using wide, waterproof bibs. This reduces food splatter onto the baby’s clothes, and it is very easy to rinse these bibs clean. However, sometimes messes happen. Depending on the ingredients, baby food can badly stain clothing. Always remove as much of the mess as you can before tackling the stain.
Cleaning Stains on Clothes or Flooring
- Dark stains like pureed peas, tomato sauce, or spinach should be tackled immediately using an enzyme-based cleaner. Spray enough enzyme-based cleaner to soak the area and let it sit for 10-20 minutes before working it in with a brush, sponge, or your gloved fingers. Then re-apply and give it another 15 minutes before washing in cold water or rinsing with water. Check before drying; if you still have a problem, repeat the stain removal process or purchase products specific to the particular stain. Dreft or OxyClean are good solutions to stubborn baby food stains.
- Light stains or small drops of food can often be washed away by the application of cold seltzer or even plain cold water. Gently dab with a cloth and avoid smearing the mess around or pushing it deeper into the fibers. Add a drop of laundry detergent if the stain seems stubborn.
More Cleaning Ideas
- The baby house smells like dirty diapers! – Make cleaning easy by always changing your baby’s diapers in the same well-prepared, dedicated area. That way, you’ll always have the things you need at hand. Don’t be content letting messy diapers pile up in a bin, even if it promises to reduce odor. Instead, empty the pail nightly, or even more frequently. Clean the diaper bin weekly or bi-weekly with hot water and dish soap. Add a spritz of vinegar after rinsing. If you notice bad smells in between cleanings, spray with a germ-killing cleanser to remove odor-causing bacteria. If your diaper bin is plastic, it may have absorbed bad smells and ought to be replaced.
- Our hand-me-down baby clothes are all yellow! – Second-hand baby clothes often develop yellowish stains due to the proteins in sweat, saliva, and milk. This can be unattractive and make the clothes look dirty. However, it’s easy to fix. Fill a bathtub or washtub with cold water and add Oxyclean. Read the package to determine how many scoops to get the right ratio. Then place yellowed baby clothes to soak. Use original OxyClean and let soak for a minimum of 12 hours. Check periodically and remove from the soak once the stains have vanished. When you’re satisfied with the appearance, rinse and then wash the item according to regular care instructions. For particularly precious, expensive, or delicate items, bring them in for a professional dry cleaning.
- We’re overwhelmed and too busy to clean! – Cleaning your baby house from top to bottom may feel impossible, especially when you’re overtired, busy, and distracted by your new baby. Instead of setting an unreasonable or overwhelming goal, break it down into small projects you can realistically accomplish. Try a 15-minute chore, or focus on cleaning just one area of your home. Don’t forget you have a team of dedicated cleaners just waiting to tackle your home and give you the deep clean you desire. Galaxy Maids will deliver a sparkling clean home while you relax or deal with more important issues. Book today!
