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1. Make sure that you will not give your baby a bath until his umbilical cord has already fallen off or if the situation applies, until the circumcision he had has already healed. This is vital since infection can bring adverse effect to an infant which is still weak.
2. Although very difficult at first, you will soon become used to handling your baby when bathing him. The first thing you need to do is wipe his eyes with the use of a damp clean cloth that has no soap. Then, rub the head. You should then bathe the rest of his body and immediately dry him off once through.
3. Bathing a baby should be done every two to three days for the first year of his life. At first, you can make use of sponge baths only until he you get used to the bathing routine. You can have this until his umbilical cord has dropped off. Afterwards, you can start having tub baths.
4. You should never ever leave your baby alone in his tub even for a second. It will take only a few minutes and even just an inch of water for babies to drown. You will not forgive yourself if this will happen while your baby is under your care.
5. Before you place your baby in the tub, test the water temperature first with the use of your elbow. Make sure that his creases and folds were thoroughly cleaned and rinsed. Make use of very mild and non-deodorant soap and a soft wash cloth.
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Source by Haley Mckay
