Your baby will get a sponge bath until the umbilical cord falls off in the first 2-3 weeks. Caution: Never place a cotton swab inside a baby’s ears or nose. Use a new cotton ball dipped in warm water, no soap, for each part: Eyes - wipe from inner eye to outer. Ears - Clean behind and around the outer ears. Nose – wipe around each nostril. Neck - Wipe gently under baby’s chin and folds of the neck.
Supplies needed:
- Baby tub
- Baby soap
- Tearless shampoo
- Soft washcloths
- Two large soft towels
- Baby clothes & diaper
- Lotion and diaper cream
Getting ready:
- The room should be warm, no breeze
- Have all above supplies on hand
- Check with water temperature
Bathing baby
1. Undress baby and wrap in large towel
2. Wet and wring out washcloth. Wipe baby’s eyes and face.
3. Fold washcloth over your finger and gently wash the outside and behind babies ears. NEVER PUT ANYTHING IN BABY’S EARS
4. Unwrap baby and lower into the tub.
5. Enjoy this time with your baby; talk, sing and gently play.
6. Do not let baby become chilled
