| Baby's Age |
Method |
Items Required |
| Newborn |
- Top-to-toe cleaning.
- Gently clean baby using clean cotton soaked in warm water.
- Clean baby’s facial area, creases and genital area (rub lightly and very gently).
- Gently massage water onto baby’s scalp to clean cradle cap (scaly patches on the scalp).
- Take extra caution when cleaning around umbilical cord area to avoid injury.
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- A bowl of warm water
- Cotton wool
- Towels
- Clean nappy
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| Infant |
- Test water temperature (dip elbow to make sure it is warm).
- Gently clean baby’s facial area, creases and genital area using cotton swab.
- Slowly swish some warm water onto baby and rub them gently.
- Use soap or shampoo sparsely (if need be).
- Slowly and lightly pour clean warm water to clear off soap and shampoo.
- Gently dry baby with towel.
- Make sure baby is snug and warm.
OR:
- You can give your baby a sponge bath! (Simple, Safe, Clean and Fast).
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- Infant tub filled with warm water
- Cotton swabs
- Baby soap / shampoo
- Baby lotion / powder
- Towels
- Clean diaper
- Blanket
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| Older Baby |
- Swim baby in bath tub, slowly and playfully.
- Talk, sing and stimulate baby’s senses while gently rubbing and cleaning baby.
- Giving baby a bath is also a great way to bond with your baby.
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- Baby bath tub, kitchen sink, bathroom basin or a clean washing bowl.
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General things to know when bathing your baby!
- Always use warm water.
- Always keep your baby snug and warm after each bath to avoid from catching colds.
- Do not bathe your baby for too long. It may not be healthy for your baby.
- Use rubber mats to avoid slipping.
- NEVER leave your baby alone while bathing.
- Take extra care when cleaning sensitive areas such as baby's ears, eyes, nose, creases and genital area.
- Do not scrub. A gentle rub and massage motion will suffice.
- Avoid injuring the umbilical cord.
- Trim baby's finger nails to avoid baby from scratching and injuring themselves.
- Use soap-free bath liquids and fragrance-free cream to restore baby’s skin moisture and prevent irritation.
- Comb baby’s hair with a soft baby brush.
