A small child does not need daily bathing at all: he does not get dirty, like an adult. On the contrary, if you bathe it very often, you can wash off the top layer that protects the skin from various infections, thereby harming the baby.
Instructions
Step 1
You can bathe your child only two or three times a week, and with soap - not more often than once. It is advisable to carry out water procedures before bedtime so that the child relaxes and sleeps well.
Step 2
The easiest way to bathe a newborn is in a baby bath. It is desirable that both parents take part in the process: it is easier for the mother and more interesting for the child.
Step 3
Bathing should be carried out at the same time so that the child develops the correct sleep pattern. The air in the bathroom, towel, hands of mom and dad should be warm, water - no higher than 37 degrees.
Step 4
You should not bathe your baby if he is in a bad mood or if he is crying. This can cause the child to have bad associations with water procedures for a long time. Also, do not get carried away with herbal extracts, you can dry out the delicate skin of a newborn.
Step 5
After bathing, the baby should be immediately wrapped in a soft towel. All windows should be closed, even if it's hot outside. After wiping the child dry with blotting movements, it is necessary to moisturize his skin with baby oil or cream, especially in the groin and axillary areas, and treat the umbilical wound with hydrogen peroxide using a pipette.
