Baby’s First Bath

Gather Supplies: 

Before starting the bath, have everything ready. You’ll need a soft washcloth, mild baby soap, a small basin of warm water, a dry towel, and a clean diaper and clothes.

Choose a Safe Location: 

Use a flat surface, such as a changing table or a soft towel on the floor. Make sure the room is warm, and undress your baby, leaving the diaper on.

Start with the Face: 

Use a damp washcloth with water (no soap) to gently clean your baby’s face. Wipe from the inside corner of each eye outward, using a clean section of the cloth for each eye.

Clean the Body: 

Wet the washcloth and add a small amount of baby soap. Gently wipe your baby’s neck, chest, arms, and legs, taking care to clean between skin folds. Rinse off the soap with another damp cloth.

Keep the Umbilical Cord Dry: 

Be careful not to get the umbilical cord stump wet. Clean around it gently, ensuring that no water collects in the area.

Dry and Dress: 

Pat your baby dry with a soft towel, paying extra attention to the folds of the skin. Afterward, apply a fresh diaper and dress your baby in clean clothes.