Laundry on Chol Hamoed
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Question
The child soiled the diaper and stained the undershirt. Is it permissible to wash the undershirt on Chol Hamoed so that it does not remain smelly until the end of the holiday? If permitted, may I add other undershirts to the washing machine?
Answer
Hello,
There is no permission to wash the undershirt unless refraining from washing would cause distress during the holiday, such as if the smell is bothersome in the house and there is no place to put it where it won't disturb. Or in a situation where the delay would cause damage, for example, if washing is postponed until after the holiday, the stain will set in the garment and won't come out. Or if it is likely that the child will need the clothes during the holiday.
Even in cases where washing is permitted for necessity, it is forbidden to add other clothes to the wash.