Daily Baby Care

Caring for an infant requires special care and attention. Your baby's delicate and sensitive skin needs special care to prevent redness, rashes and irritation. In this article we will look at several important aspects of daily skin care for an infant.

1. Using soft hygiene products: When choosing products to care for a newborn, you need to pay attention to their softness and delicacy. Use special products such as bubble bath, moisturizing cream and special oil for dry skin. Avoid using body powder, especially if you are already using an oil or cream, to avoid irritating your delicate skin. You should also avoid perfumed hygiene products, as they can cause an allergic reaction in the child.

2. Changing diapers: Changing diapers is an important part of daily infant care. When changing a diaper, place the baby on his back on a soft surface. Prepare a clean diaper and gently lift the baby by the ankles to exchange the dirty diaper for a clean one. Clean your butt and genitals with warm water and a soft cloth or terry mitt, then apply a protective cream. Secure the diaper so that it is a little loose, but does not form wrinkles. Disposable nappies are usually preferred as they provide better hygiene and ease of use. How often diapers are changed may vary for each baby, but they should be changed as soon as they become dirty or after urination.

3. Bathing the baby: In the first days after birth, when the umbilical wound has not yet healed, the baby should be bathed without immersion in water. For bathing, prepare all the necessary supplies, such as a soft towel, a wash mitt or soft sponge, soft bubble bath, sterile swabs and a navel dressing. The water temperature should be about 35°C. Start washing from the face, then move on to the torso, arms and legs. Use a gentle soap if necessary. Avoid contact with the umbilical wound. After bathing, bandage your belly button. Until the belly button heals completely, it is not recommended to immerse the child in the bath. When the umbilical wound has healed, you can begin to bathe your baby in a bath with a small amount of warm water. Remember that bathing should be short, about 5-10 minutes, to avoid hypothermia.

4. Skin and hair care: An infant's skin requires hydration and protection. After bathing, apply a gentle moisturizer to your baby's skin to prevent dryness. It is preferable to use hypoallergenic products without added fragrances and dyes. When caring for your hair, use a soft baby brush or comb with natural bristles to comb and smooth your hair.

5. Nail Care: Trim your infant's nails regularly to prevent long, sharp nails that can damage his skin. Use special children's scissors or gentle emetica to trim nails. Be careful to cut your nails straight to avoid cuts.

6. Sun protection: When going outside with your baby, make sure he is protected from the sun's rays. Wear sunscreens with high UV protection, long sleeves and wide-brimmed hats. Avoid direct sunlight during periods of greatest intensity, usually between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

7. Paying attention to your baby's cues: It is important to be attentive to your baby's cues. If your baby is crying, he may be hungry, need a diaper change, tired, or uncomfortable. Respond to his needs in a timely manner to ensure his comfort and safety.

Each child is unique, so you may need to tailor the recommendations to suit your baby's individual needs. It is important to remember that care and love are the basis for the healthy development of an infant.