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How often to clean and disinfect baby items, according to new guidelines

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The American Cleaning Institute and the American Academy of Family Physicians released cleaning guidelines for new parents, emphasizing scientifically backed advice. The guidelines cover hand-washing, sterilizing baby bottles and managing anxiety. Experts stress that while cleanliness is important, creating a germ-free environment is unrealistic and unnecessary.

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