Posted By: Tay Roberts
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Posted On: 8/1/2025
Discover easy, non-toxic ways to remove stains from children’s clothes and keep them looking like new
There’s a reason parents are told to pick their battles. Life with kids is fun, chaotic, and, let’s face it—messy.
There are weeks when your baby won’t wear a bib, days when more chocolate ice cream ends up on your toddler’s shirt than in their mouth, and afternoons when the soccer field turns into a mud pit.
Things happen. When they do, it can feel like you’re left with two less-than-ideal choices: use harsh chemical stain removers or let your kids run around in stained clothing.
Thankfully, you no longer have to choose between risking your children’s health and clean clothes.
Many mainstream stain removers and detergents contain chemicals that are tough on spills and spots but can be just as harsh on your child’s delicate skin and clothing. (Yours, too!)
Common ingredients in stain removers include toxic synthetic fragrances, optical brighteners, and chemical surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)—all of which can trigger irritation, dryness, or allergic reactions, especially in children with sensitivities or eczema.
Something else you’ll find in conventional stain removers? Chlorine bleach and oxygen bleach (also known as non-chlorine or color-safe bleach). Not only can breathing in chlorine or oxygen bleach harm your lungs, it can also set off allergies, cause rashes, and disrupt the endocrine system.
This potent chemical also breaks down fabrics over time. So if you’re using bleach—or a stain spray with bleach in it—on your little one’s clothes, they may wear out prematurely, meaning those hand-me-downs might never make it to a brother, sister, or neighbor.
Acting quickly to remove stains is key. You’ll also want to avoid doing anything that will help the stain set into the fabric.
As soon as you’re able:
Gently blot the stain with a clean cloth. Avoid rubbing, which can push the stain deeper into the fabric.
Run under cool water to help lift the stain. (Hot water sets stains.)
Apply non-toxic stain remover and let it sit for a few minutes before washing.
Be sure to skip the dryer until you’re certain the stain is gone—heat can set stains permanently. Instead, air or line dry clothes in the sun, which acts as a natural bleaching agent.
If you’re not sure which stain removers are safe for you and your family, look no further than Truly Free Home’s Laundry Stain Spray.
Not only is our stain remover made with non-toxic ingredients, the gentle, hypoallergenic formula means you don’t have to worry about it irritating your baby’s skin—or putting their health at risk. It’s delicate on fabrics, too, so it won’t wear or fade them over time.
Plus, it’s proven to work. Our Laundry Stain Spray relies on triple-enzyme technology that digests organic materials in protein-based stains like grass, blood, and bodily fluids as well as starch-based stains like sauces, gravy, and ice cream. It also contains xanthan gum, a common food-grade ingredient that helps the spray stick to and work on the stained area.
Using Laundry Stain Spray is also easy and convenient:
Saturate the stained area thoroughly.
Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the formula to penetrate the stain.
After treatment, wash the garment as normal.
Tay Roberts, a mom of two and Northern Michigan native, is a non-toxic living advocate, sustainability enthusiast, and holistic wellness champion. As a social media manager and product educational specialist at Truly Free, Tay blends her personal values with professional expertise to inspire others towards healthier choices. Through engaging content and strategic campaigns, she educates and empowers individuals to make informed decisions that prioritize well-being and the planet's health. Tay's commitment to fostering a community centered around conscious living shines through in her digital presence, making her a beacon of inspiration for a healthier, happier tomorrow.
