I don't know how to bathe my newborn baby. Please advise.

Most parents bathe their newborns the traditional way, holding their newborn under their arm with one hand and bathing with another. However, it is highly advisable to purchase a bathtub with an infant bath sling to save your sanity and make bath time fuss free. I recommend the Fisher Price Sling'n'Seat tub. Alternatively, you could get the Summer Infant bath insert. My baby loves bath time because she isn't iron-gripped under her arm and can splash and kick around on her own, supported. To prevent infection of the umbilical cord, don't bathe your baby in a tub until it has fallen off. 1. Ensure the temperature of the bath water is warm but not scalding (use your elbow to test) 2. Use gauze with cool boiled water to clean your baby's mouth 3. Use a washcloth to wipe the baby, especially her neck, back of ears, genitals and between the fat rolls. A lot of dirt gets trapped in between. http://sg.theasianparent.com/bathing_your_baby_melissa_lau/ Watch this video on how to bathe your baby: http://sg.theasianparent.com/how_to_bath_a_baby/

One thing to watch out for when bathing your newborn for the first time is to prevent submerging him/her in water, especially if: - baby’s umbilical stump has yet to fall off - if his circumcision has not yet healed In such cases, a sponge bath is recommended. Simply moisten a washcloth or sponge with warm water. Start by wiping your baby’s head and proceed to the rest of the body. Use mild unscented soap if you feel that your baby’s skin is oily. Focus more on creases or where the skin folds (armpits and behind the knees) as these are areas where dirt would gather. After soaping, rinse your baby with warm water and dry thoroughly. After your baby’s umbilical stump has fallen off, you can bathe him/her in a bath tub. Just be careful not to use too much shower gel as this will make the water soapy and may make it harder to handle your baby. Here’s a great link for more information on bathing your baby: http://sg.theasianparent.com/bathing_your_baby_melissa_lau/

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