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Eyes: Use a damp washcloth or cotton Pigeon with warm water. Gently wipe the edge of the eye from the inside out. Use a different cotton ball for each eye.
Nose: The mucous membranes of infants are extremely fragile and sensitive. Do not put cotton swabs in the nose. Use the nasal aspirator to remove mucus and a damp washcloth or cotton swab to clean the edges. If baby's nose is very blocked use a warm washcloth and a humidifier.
Ears: After the bath, wipe the outside of the baby's ears with cotton swabs or a damp washcloth. Never insert a cotton swab into the ear canal. This can damage their membranes. Also clean the back of the ears with a damp washcloth or cotton.
Nails: The baby's nails grow fast and should be cut once a week. If not cut properly, the face will be scratched. We recommend cutting the nails when the baby is asleep and use a special scissors with rounded tips.
Tips for skin care.
• Bathe your baby every day and keep your skin clean.
• Moisturize your baby's skin after each bath. Use lotion or oil to moisturize.
• Check the temperature and humidity of the baby's room: The baby's skin is sensitive to environmental factors. The temperature should be between 18 ° and 24 ° C and humidity between 50% to 70%.
• Use a cream or powder containing zinc oxide after changing diapers, to prevent chafing.
Care of the umbilicus.
The umbilical cord will turn black within a few days of birth, gradually begin to dry and eventually fall off 1-4 weeks later.
You can help heal the navel soon and prevent infection, as follows:
• Keep exposed to air, not the diaper cover or not with the shirt. You can fold the edges to avoid contact.
• Avoid getting wet. Do not give a bath until it has healed properly and avoid sponging.
• Put a little alcohol to the stump with a sterile cotton or gauze to keep the site clean and speed drying.
If the area around it becomes red or purple consult your doctor.
Tips for changing diapers.
Replacement is recommended if the baby's diaper is wet or uncomfortable, even if it has fallen asleep, to avoid skin irritations.
Take your baby by the ankles and gently raise the buttocks. Use a damp washcloth or gauze baby slightly damp to remove the faeces. Always wipe in the direction from the baby's genitals and the anus, the genitals to prevent contamination with germs. Once the area is very clean, wipe with a soft cloth and apply some talcum powder (not letting the baby to breathe) or some ointment containing zinc oxide.
Let him kick a while before putting the new diaper, so that the area is dry. You can use filters to diapers Pigeon (Filtrosec) to help keep baby's skin dry for longer. Finally Do not put the diaper too tight to avoid maceration.
Tips for bathing.
• Must be a fun time for the baby, so you become familiar positively clean. Use toys.
• bathe at night to relax and promote sleep. Do not bathe immediately before or after food to avoid stomach problems like vomiting.
• Prepare in advance all that will be necessary before the bathroom (shampoo, soap, diapers, clothes, towels, etc..), Because once started it can not be left alone for a second.
• If you use a portable tub, the ideal is bathing in the bathroom, he always splash a little water. Must be on a comfortable surface and wide to bring all utensils. Try increasing the ambient room temperature 24 ° -27 ° C (if you have a heater you can do with the steam of hot water from the shower) and make sure there are no drafts.
• Wash your hands.
• Water temperature should be 37 ° to 40 ° C. Use a water thermometer and test it with your elbow before putting the baby.
• Place the baby in the water gradually, holding firmly to avoid surprises.
• Clean the genital region and buttocks with a wet cloth before inserting it into the water.
• The bath should last for 5-10 minutes.
• Use a soft sponge.
It is advisable to give only sponge bath (do not immerse the baby in a tub) while completely healed navel.
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