The simple task of washing your hands does not seem like it would be an issue that would even need to be discussed, but apparently it's no longer a 'norm' in the lives of some children.
An article by Mark Druell is what drives the discussion of this topic today. One of the facts that were highlighted was, that "40% of children admitted they don't always wash their hands with soap after using the toilet." He then goes on to discuss how many children do not practice these hygiene habits due to the influence of their parents.
Now I understand that staying away from too many germs can cause a child to get overly sick all the time; however, not be sanitary and cleanly is not something that should be avoided. There are certain diseases and sicknesses that can be transmitted from hands, as Druell also emphasized, and teaching children how to prevent that will teach them better hygiene habits.
Parents can teach their kids to be cleanly and cautious without keeping them in an immunity bubble and that balance just has to be determined. However, I don't think there should be any question about washing your hands after using the restroom. Restrooms are a gross place and I wouldn't want to carry that around on my hands all day.
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