Introduction
We know you are happy after nine months of emotional and physical turmoil. Finally, having your baby beside you gives you the utmost joy in the world; nothing can beat that happiness. But with happiness comes responsibilities to look after your infant and make sure the baby is healthy and sound.
As new parents, you might need clarification and guidance about how to care for the baby, from changing nappies to feeding the baby. We at SnugBee are here to help you in your journey of parenthood.
Did you know babies’ skin tends to be dry compared to adults? Wondering why? It is because blemishes are normal in newborn babies as their skin is soft and delicate, and thus it requires proper pampering and nourishment. Apart from care and moisturizing, it takes them a while to adjust to the new environment. Therefore, their skin is tender and swiftly reacts to any discomfort. Therefore, looking after their skin becomes your priority to prevent infections and rashes.
Read this blog to learn tips and tricks to care for your baby’s skin.
Cleaning the face, head, mouth, and teeth of the infant
We understand you may feel scared the first time you try to bathe your baby, but it’s okay. Take a deep breath and wash your hands thoroughly before cleaning your child.
Use gentle soaps and shampoos specifically crafted for babies to clean the top part of an infant’s face, head, mouth, and teeth.
To clean the head, hold the baby gently upward from the tub and use another hand to dampen the head. Apply the shampoo and rinse the head thoroughly but be gentle. It’s essential to ensure the water is lukewarm and not too hot or too cold, as it will affect the baby’s delicate skin.
Secondly, to clean the face, make sure the water does not go into the ears of your child, it will create discomfort, and the child may yelp, which will affect them, and the bathing experience will be awful. Use a gentle soap to clean the face, and do not directly pour water on the face. Instead, use a clean cloth, damp it in the water, and wipe the face. This way, your newborn will not feel traumatized.
Thirdly to clean the teeth and mouth, use a soft bristle brush if the baby has some teeth; otherwise, clean the gums using a damp cloth again, this might be tricky, and the baby will feel discomfort, so make sure to make the infant feel safe and be playful with the child to ease their pain.
Baby nail care and umbilical cord cleaning
When awake, newborns are enthusiasts and move a lot to cut their nails. It’s an excellent time to trim when they are asleep. Use small scissors to cut their nails. Make sure you are careful and do not trim their actual nail. If the baby is awake and you wish to trim their nails, seek someone’s help to hold their fingers while you cut. Your child might feel a little discomfort, but the key to making them feel relaxed is diverting their attention and playing with them.
Make sure to avoid touching the cord as much as possible for the umbilical cord, and do not tie the nappies around the cord. Tie them below the cord. This practice will allow swift healing.
Babies’ genital hygiene and care
Genital care is essential, and the baby’s genitals are sensitive. To clean genitals for girls, use a cotton ball, damp it into the water, and wipe the area, and for baby boys, pour water on their genitals and rinse it gently. Apart from that, be sure to give your infants a nappy-free time. This will help prevent nappy rashes and prevent any nappy infections as well.
Conclusion
To conclude, these are some tips and tricks you can use to help prepare yourself and help your baby have a blissful cleaning experience. If you have any queries or are facing any difficulty, let us know in the comments below. We’ll help you in every possible way.
