15 Expiring Date for Baby Products Every Mom Must Know!!

When purchasing things for your baby, many parents prefer to buy in bulk or dozen to save cost and time. It helps reduce the times you need to go shopping and most likely at lower prices. However, do you know that children's appliances do have expiring dates? More importantly, if they go expired, you must change them immediately which is quite a waste. Let's have a look at how long each children product can last. So, next time you go shopping, you can buy them in the right amount.

1. Baby bottles: 6 months - 3 years

Generally, brand new baby bottles last for about 3 years, but once used, the lifespan will shorten to about 6 months. Moreover, the more frequently used, the easier the bottles will degenerate from the heat of frequent cleaning or other causes such as bruise, cracks, or scratched. If these things happen, it’s good to change for the new bottle earlier. In addition, the functional life of different bottle types is varied which are:

• PP Bottles – made of opaque plastic. The average functional life is 6 months.
• PES Bottles – made of clear plastic. The average functional life is 6 months - 1 year.
• PPSU Bottles – the bottle is tinted. The average functional life is 8 months - 2 years.
• Glass Bottles - Not popular because the weight is quite heavy, and it’s breakable. However, the functional life is indefinite. You can use ones forever.

2. Baby bottle nipple: 3 - 6 months

The size of the baby bottle nipple should be changed according to your baby’s age. Each nipple can last up to 3 months in general, but if it begins to change colors, pale, swollen, or too soft, it means that the nipple is nearly depleted and should be replaced immediately.

• Rubber nipples - The average functional life is about 3 months.
• Silicone nipples - The average functional life is about 6 months.

3. Bottle cleaning solution: 2 - 5 years

Bottle cleaning solution lasts from 2 to 5 years depending on the usage and storage. Keep away from heat and be careful with any leak on the bag because it’ll make the solution deteriorate quickly.

4. Toothpaste: 2 - 3 years

Generally, toothpaste will last about 2-3 years from the date of manufacture. Some brands state the expiration date while the others indicate only the production date. If you want to know whether your child's toothpaste is expired, it can easily be observed from the difficulty when squeezing the toothpaste or the toothpaste turns dry, or change color or smell.

5. Baby powder: 3 years

The average functional age of baby powder is 3 years from the date of manufacture.

6. Baby oil: 3 years

Functional life of the baby oil after open the bottle is about 36 months or 3 years. If it’s expired, it should be used again since it may cause allergic reactions.

7. Liquid soap: 3 years

The general functional life of liquid soap is about 3 years. However, if it’s an organic product, it will last only one year. So, before buying, you should read the label and take a look at the manufacturing and the expiration date.

8. Foam bath: 3 years

The average lifespan of foam bath is around 3 years.

9. Disposable diapers: 3 years

Disposable diapers usually last about 5 years but they can also deteriorate within a few years causing the quality to drop: unable to absorb liquid, deteriorated elastic band, and may cause diaper allergy to some children. For storage, keep away from heat and too much moisture because it may cause mold. Store in a closed the package to prevent dust and insects.

10. Soap cubes: 18 months - 3 years

Even a soap bar can be expired as well. A soap bar can last from 18 months to 3 years. After this, the efficiency will gradually decrease.

11. Shampoo: 2 - 3 years

The average shampoo's functional life is around 2-3 years.

12. Cream: 2 years

Normally, cosmetics and skincare products will last 2 years from the date of manufacture. Before buying, you should read the label and look at the manufacturing and expiring dates indicated on the label. If worried that you may be unable to use them up in time, buy a smaller one.

13. Lotion: 3 years

The average functional life of a lotion is 3 years. However, if the lotion shows any abnormalities like the separation of oil and water, just don’t use it.

14. Laundry detergent: 3 months

After the first use, the laundry detergent can last 1-3 months. After that, the efficiency will gradually decrease. If you insist on using it after that, the clothes may not as clean as it used to be.

15. Softener: 1 year

Although fabric softener can actually last about 2-3 years, the added fragrant will start to fade within just 9-12 months.

No matter what, the safety of your baby is the most important thing. Parents should always carefully look at the expiring date of your baby’s supply. If anything expired or deteriorated, it should not be used and change immediately. If you continue to use the expired products, it may cause unexpected losses for your baby.