Bibs, of course work wonders.
Until, of course...our children learn to rip them off..or better yet...pull a Mimi and just grab the thing and hold it at arms distance while acting like the cloth is the most painful item ever...while whining and borderline choking. I'm a pushover. The bibs are long gone. 2 seconds of that action and we were both over it.
We've discovered 2 classes of clothes. The everyday play that I get at the local box shops and clothes that are for better days. Daycare and the playground see the $5 tops (you'll never see them...they are trashed). Church, outings, days with friends and family see the better stuff.
On cold days we layer with the box brand shirts under a button up sweater or jacket and open the outer layer when eating. It helps. We do occasionally have stain casualties. Who doesn't? I'm still not responsible enough for white...and I'm pushing 40.
We use a method of putting the nice clothes on hangers in the closet, and the everyday wear folded in the dresser. You'll find a system that works for you.
There are a few other things to try. They seem to work well:
1. Wash in cold water when you can.
2. I really don't buy a lot of whites, creams, very light colors. You are just asking the universe for trouble. Don't get me wrong, stains are stains...but I'm a sucker for not asking for issues.
3. Stain sticks/Stain pads. Oxy Clean is magical. Stick them in the diaper bag or your purse. If the stain goes through the dryer..generally...it's part of the item. Treat ASAP even if it's just with water. Don't let it sit sprayed in the hamper for a week (We learned this the hard way).
4. Wash only when needed. Not all clothes need laundered with each wear.
5. If the tag says Dry Clean only. The manufacturer means Dry Clean Only.
6. Choose the appropriate washer and dryer settings.
7. Starch. I'm not this good--but it's a pearl..so I'm passing it on..starch and an iron act as a stain repellent.
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