See things from baby’s perspective

Look at your home from the lens of a baby crawling on the floor and then putting their fingers in their mouth. The dirt, grime, and dust always build up faster than we think. Here are some tips to clean your floors with your precious baby or toddler in mind.

1. Take shoes off at the door.

While it seems like a no-brainer, we often forget the importance of this easy and very important rule to keep dirt and germs from outside off of the floor.

There are millions of organisms and types of bacteria that could be traveling in on your shoes, like E. coli, pathogens or pesticides. Keeping shoes off your floors will keep everyone safer from harmful germs especially little ones that lack fully developed immune systems. A shoe rack or mat are essential to keeping things tidy!

2. Consider your pets.

If you have animals, keeping them clean and healthy helps to keep babies and little ones safe as well. Clean paws off in your foyer or mudroom before allowing them entry into the main rooms. Also a regular brush and bath, along with regular vet check-ups will help to ensure a cleaner home and good health for all.

3. Use safe and non-toxic products to clean.

Pay attention to ingredients and look for cleaners that have third party certifications, like GREENGUARD, to assure they are safe for your baby or toddler. This global certification means that the product has been rigorously tested to meet stringent chemical emissions requirements. Our Bona Wood Floor Cleaner and Bona Hard-Surface Cleaner pass the test.

4. Use a floor blanket.

Embrace tummy time with a comfy floor blanket to put a layer between your child and the floor. When they are done playing, shake it off outside.

The bottom line is that you don't need to go overboard to ensure your home is clean. These easy tips will do the trick to protect your new bundle of joy and keep your floors safe and clean to boot!