Cleaning and Caring for Toys and Teethers

• Daily: Rinse under warm tap water with a drop of mild dish soap and dry on a clean towel.
• Weekly or after illness: Sterilize thoroughly. Silicone toys without electronics can be boiled for 2 to 3 minutes or washed on the top rack of the dishwasher.
• Do not use: Avoid chemical disinfectant wipes, bleach, or alcohol. They leave harmful residues that go straight into your baby's mouth.

A baby's immune system is still developing during the first year, making them more vulnerable to common germs and viruses than adults.

When a teether drops on the floor, travels in the stroller, or gets handled by other children, saliva and dirt cling to the surface. Without regular rinsing, a sticky layer of bacteria forms. Quick washes help protect against tummy aches, thrush, and common colds.

Different materials handle heat and water differently:

• 100% food-grade silicone: Wash with warm soapy water. Dishwasher safe (top rack) and can be boiled for 2 to 3 minutes. Handles heat up to 220 °C and does not harbor bacteria. Read more about the safety of 100% food-grade silicone.
• Wood: Wipe with a damp cloth only. Never soak in water and never boil, as wood can crack or splinter.
• Hard plastic with electronics: Wipe with a damp soapy cloth. Never submerge in water or place in the dishwasher.
• Fabric and plush toys: Machine wash at 30 to 40 °C. Air-dry completely to prevent dust mites and mildew.
• Natural rubber (latex): Rinse with lukewarm water. Heat dries out natural rubber and makes it sticky, so never boil it.

Silicone is by far the cleanest and easiest material for teething toys. Because it is non-porous, bacteria cannot penetrate inside. Here is the easiest routine:

Step 1: Quick daily rinse

Did your baby enjoy their baby remote control Torino or teether? Rinse under warm water. A drop of mild, fragrance-free soap quickly removes saliva. Always rinse well with clean water so no soap film remains.

Step 2: Weekly boiling

Bring a small pot of water to a rolling boil. Drop the clean silicone toy in for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with clean tongs and let it cool on a clean towel. Done: all germs are gone.

Step 3: Dishwasher convenience

Short on time? Place your silicone toys on the top rack of the dishwasher on a normal cycle. High water temperatures sanitize effectively.

Many traditional bath and teething toys have a small squeaker hole on the bottom. During bath time and chewing, moisture gets inside. Because the interior stays dark and damp, dangerous black mold builds up within weeks.

At Broemba, all our teethers, such as the baby remote control Bern, are molded as solid single pieces. With no seams, holes, or hollow cores, water can never get trapped inside.

Make it a habit to check toys while cleaning:

• Look for tooth marks or tears: Silicone is durable, but sharp milk teeth can cause wear over time.
• Check flexibility: Does the material still feel soft and intact?
• Replace when damaged: If you spot a deep cut, replace the toy right away.

Browse our safe and easy-to-clean toys in our collection of teethers and silicone fruit feeders.