Washing is one of the important aspects of newborn care. It is necessary to wash your baby often enough to prevent irritation of the baby's skin. The main problem that a young mother faces in this case is how to learn how to properly hold the baby when washing.
It is necessary
- - bathroom or sink;
- - wet wipes for children.
Instructions
Step 1
In a maternity hospital, pediatric nurses usually show this option: you place the baby with your breast on your arm so that most of his torso fits on your forearm. With your palm, you hold the child by the shoulder farthest from you. This position allows you not to additionally hold the baby's head. It is very convenient to wash the child under the tap in the bathroom. If you wash your baby in this position, make sure that there is no pressure on the stomach, as this may cause the baby to regurgitate food.
Step 2
You can hold the baby in another way: the baby's head rests on your shoulder, and the back is on the forearm. With the same hand, you hold the child by one or both legs, under the knees. This position is more convenient when using a sink or basin, and it is also recommended to use it when washing girls, since in this case the water flow is directed from the groin to the anus, which prevents the penetration of bacteria into the groin of the baby.
Step 3
Manufacturers of baby cosmetics offer a variety of baby hygiene wipes. They are very convenient if there is no water available - for a walk, in a car, in a cafe. In this case, the child can be kept in your lap, or put on a suitable surface. But, despite the convenience of using wipes, try to limit their use, since the substances contained in the impregnation can cause allergies.
