When it comes to bedding I'm concerned about the chance of bed bugs. This pillow obviously shouldn't be thrown in the wash. Just wondering if anyone has had any bed bug problems with respect to this product. I'm pregnant and would appreciate any swift reply. Thanks! When it comes to bedding I'm concerned about the chance of bed bugs. This pillow obviously shouldn't be thrown in the wash. Just wondering if anyone has had any bed bug problems with... » Read More When it comes to bedding I'm concerned about the chance of bed bugs. This pillow obviously shouldn't be thrown in the wash. Just wondering if anyone has had any bed bug problems with respect to this product. I'm pregnant and would appreciate any swift reply. Thanks! « Show Less
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I'm sure the pillow doesn't arrive with bedbugs, but if you already have bedbugs at home, the likelihood of the pillow getting bedbugs is 100%
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I don't see how it would differ in terms of any other pillow w bed bug risk, it might be able to be put into an industrial or high capacity washer tho. It comes w a pillow case too
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This pillow comes with a cover. I have had no problem with bed bugs and this pillow. But the cover would help me to know the pillow itself is covered and protected.
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No bed bug problems at all! This item does have a separate pillow case that I wash regularly with hot water.
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I used the leacho back n belly contoured pillow during my pregnancy and it was the best thing I bought during my long difficult 42 week pregnancy and even the weeks after postpartum. I had severe nausea and back pain so I was bedridden most of the time. This was a lifesaver! I washed the pillowcase regularly and never had bug problems. I highly recommend it! It will do wo ders for your hips and back! I'm 5'3" and small. I never got past 130 Ibs pregnant. Not sure if that makes a difference to others, but I loved this pillow.
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Hi sorry I didn't reply sooner - I kept forgetting to look - it is made of polyester and I bought another cover (cotton) to put over it. I don't think I would dare put the pillow in my washer - also wanted to say that it has not kept it's shape very well after just a few months. good luck
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I have used a top loading washing machine for the cover of the pillow inside the bed. I have not washed the pillow itself. I have not washed the outside of the bed at all. Our dogs are totally inside dogs (except for brief walks on sidewalks) and hypoallergenic so the sides of the bed do not appear soiled.
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I can't sleep without microbead pillows and I ALWAYS wash them in the washer and dry them in the dryer. Dry them a little longer though. It probably does cut the "life" of the pillow because once it gets a hole, it needs to be tossed. But I ALWAYS wash my microbead pillows and only have had one get a hole in it. :)
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i've not washed mine, i just whack it to get hair, crumbs out. BUT if i were to wash it i'd probably put it in a pillow case, delicate, cold, etc.
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I have changed sheets since having my cover. I also have washed the cover. I am still battling the problem but don't see evidence of the bugs on the mattress but do see them on sheets.
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No, I have only had to wash it once and it washed up nicely. I put it in on warm and air dried it. I also used a small amount of vinagar and no fabric softener so it would not pill. The good news is that in general babies are still pretty clean in the crib and my baby bites it all of the time.
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I would not wash it...prob could b but I have had others where the batting bunches up...
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The pillow cannot be washed!! Only the cover for the pillow is slowed to be washed. The pillow would be destroyed if it were to be placed into a washing machine. I hope this information helps you.
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I've had mine for a couple months now. Sharing my bed are myself, my husband, and our toddler. (Don't judge me.) We all roll around quite a bit in our sleep, and I wash it about once a week, and have not yet noticed any tears, rips, loose threads, or pulled places. For as cheap as it is, it's holding up remarkably well.
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I personally haven't had a problem with bugs in Swheat Scoop. I have had them in some alfalfa reptile bedding, though. So what I do now, with any organic product like this, is open the bag outdoors, well away from any entrance to the house. If there are any bugs, they should be pretty obvious
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Yes, I had this problem when I was using the bath pad as well! I stopped using it though because it gave my daughter a terrible rash all along her back side after about two months of using it. I think because it's impossible to get really clean it started growing mold or some kind of bacteria inside of it. Just make sure to watch your baby's back for a rash while using it! :)
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I didn't wash before, but I was desperate to protect my bed from my potty training toddler. It worked well, when it was tested later that night. And I put mine in the dryer, no shrinking, but it takes two full cycles to dry! And that is with an extra spin cycle in the washer. But I love the sheet. I use it in addition to a hospital bed pad, as its easier then washing and drying the full sheet every day. But I know my mattress is safe.
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Hello Sir/Madame,I purchased this soap for a relative b/c they are staying in a temp facility with an infestation of bed bugs. To date, I have been told that the relative has developed a fungus/lesion on their skin and they have used the soap, which they stated is very nice (smell) and effective in reducing the effects of the lesion on the skin.They do plan to order more of the soap. I believe I will order for my family to.Hope this helps.BestMC
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i've not washed mine, i just whack it to get hair, crumbs out. BUT if i were to wash iti'd probably put it in a pillow case, delicate, cold, etc.
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I never washed mine, didn't own it long enough. This product is a huge slipping hazard I owned one for two weeks and fell three times it moves around more then the common cold in a kindergarten class. I'm not going to tell you what to spend your money on but this thing is not worth a broken bone.
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Never have had bedbugs, Vanessa, but don't want them either! We just got a new bed & wanted protection - this was highly recommended to us. It does take about 3 people to get it on, but well worth it. We travel a lot, so I always worry about what we might bring home. Feel much safer now that I have this. Hope this helps.