Keeping Your Pregnancy Pillow Spick and Span

Why You Gotta Wash It Regularly

Scrub-a-dub-dub, folks! Wash that pregnancy pillow! It gets all kinds of icky with sweat, dirt, and skin oil as you snuggle it day and night. Keeping it clean is a must to keep allergies and germs at bay, especially when you’re pregnant. The cleaner your pillow, the better your nights!

How Often Should You Throw It in the Wash?

Got to know when to give your pillow and its cover a little TLC? Here’s how often they need some soap and water action:

What You’re Washing	How Often
Pillow Covers	Every 1-2 weeks
Pillow Insides	Every 1-2 months

The Covers

The cover’s like the front-line fighter keeping yucky stuff away from your pillow. Give it a wash every week or two. This way, sweat and dirt won’t have a chance to mess with its fabric or your health. Need one-on-one tips on washing without wrecking? Check out our article on keeping your pillow pristine without the risk.

The Pillow Itself

The insides of your pillow want a bath every month or two. How often depends on how much you use it and what the tag says (Eluna Maternity). Check its care label for what you can and can’t throw in the machine. Got pesky stains? Our guide to wrestling stains off your pregnancy pillow might help.

Sticking to these wash schedules keeps your pillow hygienic and comfy, giving you a healthier place to lay your head while you snooze. For more tips, snoop around our other articles like picking the right cleaning gear for your pillow and putting your pillow away neatly when it’s off-duty.

Care Tips for Pregnancy Pillow

Taking care of a pregnancy pillow is like nurturing a faithful friend you lean on for a good night’s sleep. Keeping it spick-and-span ensures not only its longevity but also that you snooze in a healthy environment.

Washing Covers and Inserts

Many pregnancy pillows come with covers you can remove and chuck in the wash, making life a bit easier. If you’re snuggling up to your pillow every night, those covers need a wash every week or two. The inner cushion might demand some TLC less often—perhaps every month or two.

Component	Cleaning Frequency
Pillow Covers	Every 1-2 Weeks
Pillow Inserts	Every 1-2 Months

Don’t wing it! Always check the little tags for washing directions. They’re there for a reason. And if you’re the kind who likes to read ahead, there’s a whole guide on how to wash your pregnancy pillow without wrecking it.

Specific Cleaning Instructions

Machine Washable Covers:

Got a cover that’s machine-friendly? Toss it in with cold water, gentle cycle, and a lovey-dovey detergent. This gentle approach keeps your cover looking brand new.

Non-Machine Washable Inserts:

The inner cushion often requires more care. It as might not handle the spin cycle. If your pillow’s more the cuddly type, hand washing is best—especially if your washer’s iffy about large loads.

Hand Washing Instructions:

1. Get your tub filled up with warm suds (from a mild detergent).
2. Dunk your pillow in, giving it a gentle swish to shake off the grime.
3. Rinse until there’s no soap left.
4. Lightly press out water, but don’t twist, it’s not a mop!
5. Let it dry on a flat surface in a breezy spot—not under direct sun or next to the radiator.

If you’re hunting for an in-depth look at cleaning up spills or finding the perfect pillow cleaner, check our guides on how to remove stains from a pregnancy pillow and best cleaning products for pregnancy pillows.

Machine Washable Inserts:

Lucky you—if your pillow insert can roll with the washing machine, here’s how you do it:

1. Keep it gentle, with a cold wash and mild detergent.
2. Chuck in some towels to keep your washer from doing the hop if you’re washing a solo pillow.
3. Forgo spinning; just squeeze out that extra water delicately.
4. Let it lay flat to dry in a place that gets plenty of airflow.

Treating your pregnancy pillow with a little love and care will keep it groovy and supportive, promising you sweet dreams all through your pregnancy. Curious about putting it away neatly? Swing by our storage tips at how to store a pregnancy pillow when not in use.

Giving Your Pillow More Mileage

Keeping your pregnancy pillow comfy and supportive isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must for those nine months. Making smart picks with your pillow’s material and care can help it last longer. Here’s what you should have on your radar.

Picking Easy-to-Clean Stuff

Grabbing the right materials for your pregnancy pillow is like giving it a long life guarantee. Especially if you sneeze a lot, choosing pillows from allergy-fighting stuff like down alternatives, memory foam, or synthetic fabrics is the way to go. These are simple to clean and less likely to host dust mites or pet fur.

Material	Pros	Cons
Down Alternative	Comfy, no sneezing	Might lose its bounce
Memory Foam	Snugs up to you, solid support	Bit clunky to wash
Synthetic Fabrics	Quick to wash, quick to dry	Possibly less support

Seasonal Check-Ups

Giving your pillow a bit of TLC depending on the season can stretch its lifespan. Here’s how:

When It’s Hot

• Washing Frequency: In the summer sweat fest, wash it every 2-3 weeks to avoid a germ party.
• Drying Tips: Hang it up outside in the shade for that fresh, no mildew style.

When It’s Chilly

• Washing Frequency: Every 4-6 weeks is good enough during cooler spells.
• Drying Tips: Pop it into the dryer on low—no one likes a damp pillow.

Taking these steps to keep your pillow clean and cozy will make it last longer. Need extra help hiding away your pillow? Check this guide on stowing a pregnancy pillow when it’s having an off-duty moment.

Best Practices for Pillow Care

Keeping your pregnancy pillow both comfy and long-lasting doesn’t have to be rocket science. Here’s some straight-talk advice on how to make your pillow stick around and keep doing its job.

Preserving Shape and Support

Want your pregnancy pillow, like the Momcozy pregnancy pillow, to keep its plump and comfy form? Here’s how:

1. Wash With Care: Big pillows need a tender touch. If your washing machine ain’t meant for sumo-sized pillows, hand wash ’em. Fill your bathtub with warm water and a splash of mild detergent. Swish it around a bit—no need to get aggressive, then squash out the water (don’t wring or twist). You can checkout in-depth steps at Lymm Carpet Cleaning.
2. Adjust the Fluff: The Momcozy pillow has nifty zippers so you can go Goldilocks on it—make it ‘just right’ for you by adding or taking out some of the filling.
3. Handle Gently: Treat your pillow with respect. Don’t yank, tug, or fold it like a roadmap, and it’ll keep its shape much longer.

For more pillow pampering pointers, have a glance at how to wash a pregnancy pillow without damaging it.

Drying Techniques for Longevity

Drying your pillow right can save it from a soggy demise and keep it around longer. Here’s how it’s done:

1. Air Dry Is Best: After its bath, let your pillow hang out in open air. Lay it flat somewhere nice and breezy, no harsh rays though – sunlight can bleach it faster than a ’90s soap star.
2. Fluff It Up: Give it a good poof every now and then while it dries. This keeps the inside bits playing well with each other and stops them from clumping like an old sock.
3. No Heat Mania: Avoid blasting it with heat. High temps can turn both filling and fabric into a sad, melted mess. Air drying’s your best buddy here (Puffy).

Drying Style	How Well It Works	Things to Keep in Mind
Air Drying	Top-notch	Needs time and space
Fluffing	Pretty decent	Helps with evenness
High Heat	Not great	Could wreck things

Follow these simple tips and your pregnancy pillow will stay your faithful nap-time partner. For more pillow wisdom, pop over to how to store a pregnancy pillow when not in use and best cleaning products for pregnancy pillows.