How to bathe a newborn

Even though there’s nothing quite like that freshly clean baby smell, there are other reasons why it’s important to bathe your baby.

Baby baths are important for psychological, emotional and practical reasons. Baths can be a soothing experience and can help calm a fussy baby. Bathing is also good bonding for you and your baby.

But most importantly, babies need baths to keep their skin, body and hair clean.

water or soap in your baby’s eyes.

Use a soft towel to dry your baby after a bath. Don’t rub them with the towel. Pat them dry to avoid irritating the skin.

After your baby’s bath

Dr. Garcia shared some tips on your baby’s skin care.

Lotion: “You can use baby lotion after their bath to keep their skin soft and soothed,” Dr. Garcia said. “For any products, read the ingredients. If you don’t know, ask your baby’s pediatrician.”

Eczema: For babies with very dry skin, they may have eczema. If your baby has eczema, you can try wet wrap therapy. To do wet wrap therapy, simply wet some towels with warm water. Wrap the affected area for a few minutes at a time.