Handle textiles with fluids without shaking them out, and decide on the procedure before mixing them with the laundry. If a known illness is involved, its health guidance takes precedence over a generic household routine.
Contain the mess before washing
Avoid placing contaminated clothing on clean-use surfaces. Remove visible material using the appropriate sanitary procedure, with protective equipment when indicated, and move the textiles without spreading it. Do not rinse forcefully or shake garments to remove residue.
Identify the label, type of soil, and possible illness. Blood, vomit, and feces do not imply the same pathogen or a single treatment. Clinical or work textiles should follow their professional protocol.
Documented example: norovirus
For clothing potentially contaminated by vomit or feces in this case, the CDC recommend gloves, handling without shaking, washing with detergent and hot water on the longest cycle available, followed by machine drying on the highest heat setting, and washing hands with soap and water afterward.
These instructions apply to that health context. If the label or the equipment does not allow the process, consult an appropriate health or laundry alternative; do not present a cold or short cycle as equivalent. Also do not transfer surface-disinfection concentrations to clothing.
Finish and separate clean from contaminated
Check that the process is complete and that drying is thorough. Avoid putting clean clothing back into a contaminated bag or container. Address surfaces and equipment according to their applicable cleaning guidelines.
Reusable diapers have their own everyday sequence. If a hygiene product is needed, verify safe for clothing use and contact conditions before adding it.
Keep the contaminated-handling and clean-removal steps separate; the health guidance should cover the entire process.