How to Disinfect Non-Washable Toys

When your child is sick, his cuddly stuffed animal transforms into a germ-infested nightmare. Depending on the type of virus or bacteria your child has, these pathogens can survive on the surface of his non-washable toy for up to several days. If you or someone else touches the contaminated toy during this time, the disease can spread. While washable toys can be washed with a disinfecting solution, non-washable toys require special treatment.

Things You'll Need

• Sealable plastic bags
• Soap
• Towel

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Instructions

• 1

  Place the non-washable toys in sealable plastic bags.

• 2

  Seal the bags and place them in the freezer. Any germs that are on the toys will not be able to survive the freezing temperature.

• 3

  Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Rinse your hands and dry them with a clean towel.

• 4

  Remove the toys from the freezer after waiting for at least two days. Let them thaw before giving them back to your child.