Baby Care: Bathing a Baby
How do I bathe my baby?
During baby's first few days and weeks—until his umbilical cord stump falls off—only sponge baths with a lukewarm, moistened washcloth are recommended for proper baby care. Wash his face and hands frequently and thoroughly clean his bottom after each diaper change.
When you do starting bathing baby in a bathtub, daily baths aren't necessary or even recommended (they can dry out baby's delicate skin). Every other day or so will keep baby smelling sweet.
When you do starting bathing baby in a bathtub, daily baths aren't necessary or even recommended (they can dry out baby's delicate skin). Every other day or so will keep baby smelling sweet.
Answered by
Dr. Lillian M. Beard
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