8 Tips for Bathing Your Baby Correctly and Practically
The first bath time can be distressing for first-time parents. The solution is usually to have a mother or mother-in-law on hand to help with your experience through this difficult time.
However, the time will come when the mother or father will have to bathe the baby. So it’s best to be aware of some tips that help and prevent accidents or tragedies.
1. Water and environment
The water should be at a proper temperature, around 37 degrees. No need to filter or boil – it can be from the shower itself. Test with your elbow and feel that it is still a bit hot, put some more cold water until the temperature of the elbow and water are the same. Close all windows to prevent drafts.
2. Alone ever
Although the pimpolho is already grown it is always a risk to leave it alone in the bathtub. Let the phone ring, let the neighbor call. Nothing should separate you from your baby right now. Children can drown in less than 7 cm of water.
3. Everything at hand
Prepare everything first – starting with the bathtub – which must be properly sanitized and be firm to avoid accidents. Place the towel with the diaper towel on top on the surface where the baby will be wiped. Around the tub put: soap, shampoo and what else to use. Put the diapers and clothes close to the towel.
4. Use whatever it takes to facilitate
In the market there are several types of buoys that help to maintain the baby’s safety, as well as nets and seats. These accessories are not only practical, they help prevent accidents.
5. The navel
This is another point of doubt and fear of parents. However, the navel, as well as the rest of the body, can be washed without problems and as it is just a little piece of umbilical cord it does not have nerve endings, so it will not hurt if you touch it . However, it should remain dry until it finally loosens. So after the bath dry well and place the gauze with absolute alcohol.
6. The Dobrinhas
Carefully wipe the baby’s folds with soap and water, as they collect dirt. No need to be afraid to do this. Rub your hand gently in the soap, so that your fingers slip and pass the soap on the neck, armpits, groin, etc. The baby likes this movement, it is like a massage that will leave you well relaxed.
7. Do not overdo it
The baby, especially in the first few days, does not have much contact with the outside world and does not get dirty, so it does not have to give more than one bath a day. Also do not overdo it in the shampoo or soap. Prefer neutral or made especially for babies and in small quantity. The excess can dry out the skin.
8. Enjoy the moment
Like all other moments with the baby, soon bathing will also be part of the past. So enjoy bath time as a time to relax and get in tune with your child. Moments like this are unique and should be enjoyed by both the baby and the parents.
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