5 Laundry Detergents Our Moms Trust for Baby Clothes

"Behind every mom is a basket of dirty laundry," so reads a quote, an attempt to make light of the inescapable chore of washing clothes. But any mom who has a baby will tell you that laundry is no laughing matter, especially when it comes to baby clothes.

You need a laundery detergent that 1) removes dirt and stains (poop stains can be stubborn), 2) smells good on clothes, 3) keeps the fabric soft, and 4) is mild for baby's sensitive skin (watch out for allergies!).

Yes, the search for the best laundry detergent to use on baby's clothes can be an arduous task, which is why we turn to our Parent Chat community for a shortlist of products our moms found effective. Here are their choices in no particular order.