Expert tips to make your baby's bath routine easier

2022-02-01T19:36:54.211Z

How should a newborn baby be bathed? Follow these tips and have all the products you will need for your bathroom ready.

Your baby's bath should be a moment that both you and he or she enjoy and it will be important that you make sure you have everything you need at hand to make everything easier and safer.

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How often should you bathe your baby?

For a newborn, two or three times a week is enough, as long as you keep the diaper area very clean and wash their hands, neck, and face several times a day.

For an older baby, bathing may be necessary daily as bath time becomes part of the routine before bedtime, so it will help your baby relax and rest better.

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How to bathe your newborn

Before your baby's umbilical cord falls off, which can happen anywhere from 10 days to 3 weeks after birth, the best option is to give your baby a sponge bath to prevent getting the cord wet.

Lay your baby down on a soft, smooth surface, such as a clean towel.
Have a bowl of warm water and a sponge or cloth handy.
Keep your baby swaddled warm.
You can take out one limb at a time and wash it.
Gently pat the entire wet area dry with a towel, starting with the other limb.
If you accidentally get your umbilical cord wet, simply use a towel to gently pat it dry.

Once the cord has fallen off, your baby is ready for a real bath in the bathtub or baby tub.

Cover the bottom with a towel to make it smoother and less slippery.

It's also good to have another person nearby to help hold your little one.

These are some products that you should have on hand before starting the bath:

A large hooded towel
A sponge or soft cloth
Cotton
Baby shampoo or bath soap
A baby brush or comb

You will only need about two inches of warm water to give your baby an effective bath.

Remember to measure the temperature before putting your baby near the water, test it with the back of your wrist or elbow: These areas are more sensitive to heat than your hand.

The water should feel warm, but not hot because your skin is more sensitive.

Try placing a warm cloth on his belly to keep him from getting cold.

You will need to support his head and back while you wash him.