The first bath of my baby: how to sponge bath a newborn

There are so many questions when the first bath time arrives.It's ok if you feel doubtful and insecure, especially if this is your first baby. You must be wondering how to hold him, how to move him, how to wash the ears, how hot must the water be, and so on. We can start by saying that babies need to take a bath twice or three times a week in winter. When the temperature goes hotter, you can bath him more often.

What do you need? If you organize the bath step by step, everything will be ok. You must gather everything you need for your baby's bath: soap, cotton towels, baby's comb, clean clothes, shampoo, diapers, a sponge and a bath.

The best way to bath a newborn, at least for the first time, is with a sponge, and no immersion. Before getting the baby naked, you must clean his head with a soft sponge humid with warm water.

With a wet piece of cotton and a little bit of soap, you must clean the face, nose and ears. Then, you can continue with the rest of the body. Right away, you must wash off the soap with soft towel, without rubbing. Dry your baby and dress him up. It's very important to check the belly button area. If it drains, smells or looks too red, consult your pediatrician.

Also, remember these tips:

1- Never leave the baby alone. If there is an extreme urgency, take him with you.
2- Don't use perfumes the first months. It can cause allergies.
3- Dry your baby deeply, especially under the neck, behind the ears and the diaper area.
4- Don't go crazy if the baby cries. He might be scared to face a new situation, but he will get to enjoy it. And so will the parents.