Gentle laundry detergent, is it a must?

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I’m going to be a new mom in July and I was just curious if you HAVE to use scent free or gentle laundry detergent and fabric sheets for babies clothes? Or can you just use the detergent you normally use? 
What are moms opinions on this?

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I've always just used what we have before baby. never had issues.

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I’ve had 6 kids and I’ve always used regular detergent and softener. Personally would only make an exception if baby developed skin sensitivities.

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Just use what you have. I've got 4 kids and I've never spent money on special stuff for them and they've been fine.

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I'd always opt for one with the least chemicals. Have a google of what's in detergents and how it penetrates the skin and its effects. Same applies to any shampoos, creams, powders etc.

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I personally buy a fragrance free detergent for my babies when they are born just to be on the safe side. My first was completely fine after a few months using regular detergent but my second had very sensitive skin. 
All the perfumes can definitely cause irritation to a newborns skin. It’s definitely up to you.

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I'd use a free and clear for the newborn phase at least if you don't want to use it always.

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You can use whatever you want. 
I use free and clear because of my own sensitive skin so that’s what everyone’s clothes get washed in.

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We’ve always used all free & clear so I would just use what you have and change if baby has a reaction

Gentle laundry detergent, is it a must?

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