Helpful Tips To Make Bath Time Easier
And More Fun For Both You And Your Baby
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Terri_Ornstein]Terri
Ornstein
If you were like me, you were probably bathed
in a sink lined with a towel, well those days
are long gone.
For the first couple of weeks of your new
baby's life, you won't have to worry about
bathing your baby. Bathing your little one
doesn't start until the umbilical cord stump
falls off and all has healed. During that time
you will just gently sponge bathe your baby.
Most new parents develop anxiety when it
comes to bathing their newborn and rightfully
so, drowning is a major cause of infant/child
deaths.
Safety Tips on Bathing Your Baby:
- First and Foremost, NEVER leave your
child unattended in water for even a second.
- Bath Water should be between 90-100
degrees Fahrenheit.
- Always test the water with your elbow or
thermometer.
- Do not leave a baby or toddler in a
bathtub or in water under the care of a
young child.
- Have all supplies needed to bathe your
baby within arms reach in front of you.
Supplies You need while bathing your baby
include:
- Hooded Towel
- Washcloth or sponge
- Baby shampoo
- Baby Wash
- Have new diaper and clothes ready
There are many baby bath tubs available today
which helps make bathing your baby easier and
less stressful. You will find that most baby
bath tubs cost between $15.00 and $30.00 and by
manufacturers such as Evenflo, The First Years,
Graco and Safety First. An advantage of using a
baby tub is the fact that it keeps your baby in
a confined area and easier to manage.
You will want to purchase a baby tub that
features:
- A contour design and slip resistant
padded liner which helps support and keep
your baby from sliding around.
- A slip resistant bottom to keep the tub
from moving.
- Mildew-resistant foam pad.
- Made of thick, sturdy plastic.
- Indented section at one end for bathing
supplies.
- A plug for easy draining.
- Avoid bath rings and bath seats. These
can tip over easily and lead to drowning.
Even though your baby may not be happy about
being bathed and may squirm and cry at first,
once your little one gets use to it, bath time
will help create a wonderful bond between you
and your baby.