Fill the tub with warm water, using a bath thermometer. Follow the same general bathing instructions for a sponge bath. Be sure to clean the bathtub after each use. Generally it is best to use products made especially for babies, but your baby's physician can advise you about other products. Products for adults may be too harsh for a baby and may contain irritants or allergens.
Many parents like to use lotions for the sweet baby smell.
However, unless the baby s skin is dry, lotions really are not needed. Powders should be avoided, unless they are recommended by your baby's physician. When using any powder, put the powder in your hand and then apply it to the baby s skin. Shaking powder into the air releases dust and talc which can make it hard for the baby to breathe. Many babies have rashes and bumps that are normal.