How To Give Your Baby the Best Bath Time
By: Ellie Tot
Tags: Toddlers, Parenting, Family, Moms, Baby

You know I wish we would have had a bit more info on bath time with our bay, the unknowns when having your first little one can be overwhelming sometimes, I admit we just did the best we could, but looking back I missed a few steps. Dealing with feeding, sleeping, clothing, and now you have to also wash the innocent little baby, what’s a mom to do…it’s crazy!

One thing to remember is, your baby was just in a “bath” for 9 months, so they remember what water feels like and most of the time they like a warm ( temp is important) bath right from the start. Here are a few pro tips and mom hacks to get you started and off on the right track with your newborn so ensure they are clean, safe, healthy, and free of anything that could harm their delicate sensitive skin.

Pre-Baby Bath Suggestions

This is not going to be the bath that we all know, its short and sweet. Giving an infant a bath is more like a rinse off then an actual full bath. They only need to be bathed a few times a week, but if your baby really enjoys it or it soothes them before bedtime, a bath more often is fine as well just be careful with using products to many times a week on the babies delicate skin.

Get everything ready before you put the baby in the bath, you won’t be able to leave the baby to run off and grab something you need. It’s good to gather all the bath supplies, towel, and have cloths out and ready so the baby is able to be dressed quickly.

Pre-setup the bath area with a baby bath or washing bowl filled with warm water, a towel, all natural sensitive skin chemical-free baby soap, lotion or shampoo, a baby muslin washcloth or soft face towel, a clean diaper or nappy, clean clothes ready to go.

Bath Time Routine Tips

If using a larger bathtub, put a non-slip bath mat on the floor and one in the bath. Make sure you have everything you need ready to go within reach and avoid having your cell in the bathroom or area so you’re less likely to be distracted.

The bath water should be warm, not hot around 98 degrees (37 to 38°C). Turn the water off and check the temperature and mix it well so there are no hot patches. Fill the bath with just an inch of water, the baby is just being wiped down and rinsed, they should not be submerged, the less water the better.

Sometimes is better to hold your baby on your knee and clean their face, its easier and the baby is more stable.

Lower your baby gently into the bowl or bath using one hand to hold their upper arm and support their head and shoulders.

Kneel down or sit on a low stool so that you don’t hurt your back, after bending over all day picking up toys.

Keep your baby’s head clear of the water, the water level should be low. Use the other hand to gently move the water over your baby without splashing, just rinse them off.

If the baby has hair, clean the babies hair last (you only need to do this once or twice a week).

Never leave your baby alone in the bath, not even for a second. It is important to stay with your baby at all times when they are in the bath and they have your full attention, and have everything you need ready to go.

Your baby has been gently cleaned, lift your baby out of the bath with both hands and wrap them in a soft dry towel.

If your baby seems frightened of bathing and cries, try bathing together so your baby feels comforted. Make sure the water isn’t too hot. It’s easier if someone else holds your baby while you get in and out of the bath for safety.

Also take a moment to peek at the ultra soft baby muslin washcloths that we use on our little ones.

Most of all enjoy the bath time with your little one it wont last forever, they grow so quickly.

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