How To Use A Baby Bath

You can use a gentle baby soap while bathing your baby.

How to use a baby bath. Choose a bath time when your little one is content and awake. You just need to check the LCD display once it is activated and make sure that the temperature is right for your childs age and preferences. However there are some hands-free devices that just need to be shaken or placed in water to turn on.

As a Midwife and Mom of 4 I know that bath time with a new baby can be really stressful - but it doesnt need to be. The infant is given bath after the cord falls and umbilicus is well healed. Be sure to set your water heater below 120 degrees to help prevent the possibility of scalding.

Gather the supplies youd use for a sponge bath a cup of rinsing water and baby shampoo if needed ahead of time. You may prefer to use a bath seat that frees your hands for washing your baby. Most baby bath thermometers have an onoff button or switch that can be used to activate them.

Its better not to bathe your baby straight after a feed or when theyre hungry or tired. Another trick to make the transition easier is to skip the baby bathtub altogether and simply place your baby on his back on a towel in the bottom of the bathtub. NEVER leave baby alone in the bath.

Welcome to Baby 101. Many bath seats indicate that you should stop using them when your baby learns to stand while others can be used well into toddlerhood. Many moms find its best to bathe baby before feeding.

Keep your babys head clear of the water. After the stump is gone you will be able to give your baby a normal bath. You may prefer to just wash your little ones face and bottom to begin with.