It accompanies your little person everywhere they go –  to the park and to bed.But while their teddy bear may appear to be your child’s best friend, the cuddly toy could pose a potential health risk.

Research conducted by Dettol found that 80 per cent of teddy bears harbor bacteria that can trigger food poisoning Whilst your kids teddy bear may appear to be your child’s best friend, the cuddly toy could pose a potential health risk. Experts have warned that 80 per cent of teddies harbor bacteria. The research also found that 90 per cent of children regularly drop their beloved toys on the floor, where they can pick up dirt and various germs.

How to reduce the risk of your child falling ill:

• Wash your child’s bear at a low temperature with an anti-bacterial cleanser, which will work alongside your usual detergent
• Avoid cross contamination by washing cuddly toys on their own, separate from the regular laundry. As well as preventing discoloration it stops bacteria from other garments ending up on the teddy
• Dry the teddy naturally. Tumble dryers can be too harsh on most soft toys and increase the risk of damage to shape, fur and small parts like the eyes
• For extra protection put the teddy into a netted laundry bag or pillow case before putting it in the wash
• Give the teddy a regular sponge bath to remove small smudges and build-ups of dirt

We, at #Cleanco, recognize the importance of maintaining a clean home for the benefit of your kids’ well-being. That is why our service provides a personalized approach to your home cleaning needs.