Cecille's Creativity

Daily bath is desirable if the baby’s condition desire it. Here are the lists of steps that you might find beneficial of your baby's care:

Procedures:
1. Gather all the needed equipment before starting
a. large basin or two small basins
b. mild baby soap
c. mild baby shampoo
d. clean cotton balls
e. soft wash cloth or face towel
f. bath towel or small cotton blanket
g. rubber sheet

2. Water in the basin should be about 37.7 Degree Celsius or 100 Fahrenheit

3. Undress the baby and wash his face with clear water using either the cotton balls or wash cloth. Wash eyes and ears.

4. The baby’s scalp and head will be washed next. Pick up the baby by sliding your hand under him, grasping his head firmly as you hold it over the basin.

5. Soap the baby’s body all over by putting him in the basin while still supporting his head and the shoulders.

6. If the baby is enjoying his experience, let him stay in the water for a few minutes. After he is finished, lift him out. Wrap him in a towel or blanket and pat him dry.
7. After the bath, the labia in baby girls should be cleansed with cotton and clean water.

8. Powder, lotion and oil are optional.

9. The umbilical cord may be cleansed with 70% alcohol, which has a drying effect and promotes an antiseptic effect. Betadine may also be used. If infection such as redness, mad odor, moisture or discharged are observed, the physician must be informed.