9 Suggestions for Cleaning and Washing Your Baby Quilts By Sharon Camp | Submitted On November 23, 2021 Cleaning and washing your baby quilt is important since they will get plenty of use from your newborn. Babies tend to make a mess with their eating habits and dirty diapers. Many times that precious blanket just happens to get dirty and washing it is needed. Here are 9 suggestions: You can either hand wash or machine wash quilts in cold water on gentle cycle since they are made from either 100% baby cotton flannel or 100% cotton. Just as you would wash all other clothes for your newborn baby, use gentle baby detergents so not to harm the fibers. Read the directions package carefully when washing any items used for babies, especially those infants with sensitive skin. If pre-treating unwanted stains become necessary, rub gently on the spots, then hand wash or machine in cold water on the gentle cycle Custom made baby blankets are keepsakes, so keep ...