How do I treat a fresh diaper stain?

Dab the stained area with a damp cloth or sponge and a gentle detergent. Rinse the fabric in cold water and repeat until the stain lifts and the water runs clear.

How do I remove a set-in diaper stain?

Apply a pre-wash stain remover according to the directions on the product. Mix equal parts lemon juice and water, then soak the stained area for 30 minutes or until the stain lifts. Scrub the stained area gently with a baby wipe, then rinse with cold water and hang to dry.

How do I launder capris with diaper stains?

Turn the capris inside out so the stain is less visible. Select the appropriate cycle on your washing machine. Add the detergent to the water before adding the capris. Check the capris when the cycle is finished, and if the stain still hasn't budged, repeat the process.

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How to Easily Remove Diaper Stains from Capris

It's inevitable that at some point, you'll find yourself dealing with diaper stains on your child's capris. Don't panic! We've got all the tips and tricks, from natural solutions to stain remover, to get those pesky stains out.

Updated 08 Mar 2023

By Blaž Stančič

Removing Fresh Stains

The best way to deal with fresh diaper stains is to act quickly. Before washing the capris, it's best to try to clean them by hand. The sooner you can get the stain treated, the better the chances of successful removal.

Dab the stained area with a damp cloth or sponge and a gentle detergent.
Rinse the fabric in cold water and repeat until stain lifts and the water runs clear.
Allow the garment to air dry before proceeding to the next step.

Removing Set-In Stains

If the diaper stain has been set in for some time, there are several ways to tackle the issue. Some popular methods include using pre-wash stain remover, natural solutions such as lemon juice, or even scrubbing stain with baby wipes.

Apply a pre-wash stain remover according to directions on the product.
Mix equal parts lemon juice and water, then soak stained area for 30 minutes or until the stain lifts.
Scrub the stained area gently with a baby wipe, then rinse with cold water and hang to dry.

Laundering Capris with Diaper Stains

After treating the diaper stain, it's time to wash the capris. Using cold water and a mild detergent, follow these steps to ensure a successful wash:

Turn the capris inside out so the stain is less visible.
Select the appropriate cycle on your washing machine.
Add detergent to the water before adding the capris.
Check capris when the cycle is finished, and if the stain still hasn't budged, repeat the process.

Conclusion

With a little bit of patience and some elbow grease, those pesky diaper stains should be no match for you! Remember to always treat stain first, then wash according to instructions on the care label.

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