Quick answer
Turn your Luna Active Nursing Top inside out, wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle with like colors, and lay it flat to dry. Skip fabric softener and the dryer to protect the built-in shelf bra and moisture-wicking Momentum fabric. For light workouts or hot-mom walks, you can usually wear it two to three times before washing if you air it out between wears.
Why the Luna Active Top Needs a Different Care Routine
The Luna Active Cut Out Nursing Top is built with a built-in shelf bra and cooling, moisture-wicking Momentum fabric, so it works harder than a basic tee. That engineering is exactly why you can't treat it like a cotton t-shirt. Heat, harsh detergents, and the dryer can break down the stretch in the shelf bra, reduce the fabric's ability to wick sweat, and cause the cutout to lose its shape. A few small adjustments to your laundry routine will keep it looking and feeling new for many wears.
Pre-Wash Prep: Read the Label and Empty Pockets
Before you toss the top in the hamper, check the care tag for any specific instructions. While the general routine below works for most activewear nursing tops, always follow the manufacturer's guidance if it differs. Empty any pockets, close any zippers or hooks (the Luna top doesn't have a zipper, but the French Terry Sleeveless Nursing Hoodie does), and fasten the nursing access clips if present. This prevents snags and keeps the fabric from twisting in the wash.
Step-by-Step Washing Instructions
Following these steps will help your Luna Active Nursing Top stay fresh and supportive without damaging the built-in shelf bra or the moisture-wicking finish.
- Turn the top inside out to protect the outer surface from friction and pilling.
- Use cold water (below 86°F / 30°C) on a gentle or delicate cycle.
- Add a small amount of mild liquid detergent—no bleach, no fabric softener, and no dryer sheets.
- Wash with similar colors and lightweight fabrics to avoid abrasion from heavy items like jeans or towels.
- If hand washing, gently squeeze the suds through the fabric without wringing or twisting.
Drying and Reshaping
The dryer is the fastest way to ruin an activewear nursing top. High heat weakens elastic fibers in the shelf bra and can shrink the fabric. Instead, lay the top flat on a clean towel or drying rack, reshaping the cutout and straps as it dries. If you're short on space, hang it by the bottom hem—never by the straps, which can stretch them out. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade the black color over time.
Stain and Odor Tips for Active Moms
Sweat, breast milk, and baby spit-up can all leave their mark. For fresh stains, rinse with cold water as soon as possible, then apply a tiny drop of mild detergent and gently rub the fabric together. For set-in odors, soak the top in a mixture of cold water and a half-cup of white vinegar for 30 minutes before washing. Never use hot water on protein-based stains like milk—it sets them in.
How Often to Wash Your Luna Active Top
You don't need to wash it after every wear. If you wore it for a light workout or a casual outing and didn't sweat heavily, air it out overnight and wear it again. Wash after one to two wears if you sweat a lot, and always wash after nursing leaks or spit-up. Having two or three tops in rotation reduces laundry frequency and extends the life of each piece.
Your 5-Step Care Routine
- Prep: Turn the top inside out, close any zippers or clips, and empty pockets. Mistake to avoid: leaving the top right-side out, which exposes the cutout and fabric to friction. Checkpoint: top is inside out and all fasteners are secured.
- Wash: Use cold water on a gentle cycle with mild detergent and like colors. Mistake to avoid: using fabric softener or bleach, which clog the moisture-wicking fibers and break down the shelf bra. Checkpoint: water is cold, detergent is mild, no softener added.
- Rinse: If hand washing, rinse thoroughly in cold water until no suds remain. Mistake to avoid: wringing or twisting the top, which can stretch the shelf bra and distort the cutout. Checkpoint: no soap residue, fabric is not twisted.
- Dry: Lay flat to dry or hang by the bottom hem. Mistake to avoid: putting it in the dryer or hanging by the straps, which can shrink the fabric or stretch the straps. Checkpoint: top is drying flat or hung by the hem, away from direct sun.
- Store: Fold and store in a drawer or hang on a padded hanger. Mistake to avoid: cramming it into a tight space where the cutout can snag on other items. Checkpoint: top holds its shape and is ready for the next wear.
Product facts
- Luna Active Cut Out Nursing Top | Black: Luna Active Cut Out Nursing Top | Black features a built-in shelf bra, a cute cutout, and discreet pull-down access for breastfeeding. It's made from cooling, moisture-wicking Momentum fabric. The built-in shelf bra and technical fabric require gentler care than a standard cotton top—no dryer, no fabric softener, and no harsh chemicals.
- French Terry Sleeveless Nursing Hoodie | Light Mauve: French Terry Sleeveless Nursing Hoodie | Light Mauve has a zip-up front for easy nursing and pumping access and is made from structured French terry that moves with you without clinging. Zip the front closed before washing to prevent snags and keep the zipper from damaging other garments.
