Quick Answer

Wash your Solly Baby Nursing Cover in cold water on a gentle cycle, then air dry flat or hang it away from direct heat. Avoid fabric softener and bleach. With consistent care, the boatneck design stays soft, breathable, and ready for every feeding.

Why Proper Care Matters for Your Nursing Cover

Your Solly Baby Nursing Cover is designed to feel more like a serene accessory than a bulky tent. The lightweight, breathable fabric makes it easy to nurse or pump with privacy while keeping an eye on your baby through the boatneck opening. But that delicate feel needs a gentle hand in the laundry room.

Harsh detergents, high heat, or rough cycles can break down the fibers, causing pilling or loss of softness. By following a few simple steps, you can extend the life of the cover and keep it looking and performing like new.

Step-by-Step Nursing Cover Care

  1. Step 1: Pre-treat any stains: Spot clean marks with a tiny drop of mild detergent and cool water. Rub gently with your fingers, then rinse. Avoid scrubbing hard, as that can distort the weave. Checkpoint: Never use bleach or stain removers with optical brighteners — they can yellow the fabric.
  2. Step 2: Machine wash on cold, gentle cycle: Place the cover in a mesh laundry bag for extra protection. Use a mild, dye-free detergent. Set your machine to cold water and the gentlest cycle (delicate or hand-wash). Skip fabric softener — it coats the fibers and reduces breathability. Common mistake: Hot water can shrink or warp the boatneck shape. Always stick with cold.
  3. Step 3: Air dry flat or hang: Lay the cover flat on a drying rack or hang it over a shower rod. Keep it away from direct sunlight, radiators, or dryers. The fabric dries quickly, so you won't wait long. Checkpoint: Tumble drying on high heat can damage the elastic in the boatneck. If you must use a dryer, choose the no-heat air-fluff setting.
  4. Step 4: Store properly between uses: Fold or hang the cover in a clean, dry place. Avoid stuffing it in a diaper bag where it might get crushed or snagged. A quick shake before use restores its shape. Tip: Keep a spare cover (like the Cream Floral Nursing Cover) on hand so you always have a clean one ready.
  • Airplanes Nursing Cover: Looking for a beautiful, multifunctional nursing cover that reads more serene, less circus tent? Look no further. Whether you need a quiet space to breastfeed baby without distraction or want some extra privacy while pumping, the Solly Nursing Cover is a postpartum essential for the stylish new mom. The timeless boatneck design makes for easy viewing, so you can keep tabs on your little one throughout their feeding. The Airplanes print adds a playful touch while the boatneck design lets you monitor baby during feeds. Gentle care keeps the fabric soft and the print vibrant.