{"id":4178,"date":"2021-07-16T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-16T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/?p=4178"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:12:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:12:36","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-babys-first-bath","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/safety\/how-to-prepare-for-babys-first-bath\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for Baby&#8217;s First Bath"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-5654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Newborn baby being held by the head by parent in water\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-1-2048x1535.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your\u00a0bundle of joy is finally here and\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0time for the first bath.\u00a0The idea of\u00a0bathing your tiny little human for the first time\u00a0may fill you with fear.\u00a0And we\u00a0expect you\u00a0may have a ton of questions you want to ask before you pop\u00a0them in\u00a0the tub.\u00a0<em>When to give a baby their first bath?\u00a0Is the bath water too hot? What products can I use?<\/em>\u00a0The questions are endless.\u00a0However,\u00a0the key to your\u00a0babe\u2019s\u00a0first\u00a0tub experience\u00a0is to be prepared \u2013\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0want everything that you could possibly need within arm\u2019s reach.\u00a0Before you know it,\u00a0with our guidance,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0be making sweet memories of your bub splashing about\u00a0happily.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>The benefits of bath time<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are plenty of benefits\u00a0to tub time for your baby other than giving them a good\u00a0clean and capturing lots of cute\u00a0photos.\u00a0These include:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><em>Improves\u00a0parent-baby bond<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>We guarantee bath time will soon become your favourite part of the day,\u00a0and\u00a0your little\u00a0one\u2019s\u00a0too. After all,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0when\u00a0you\u00a0and your sweetness\u00a0get to\u00a0spend some quality time together.\u00a0Taking care of your bub\u00a0lets\u00a0them\u00a0know you care about\u00a0them. Gaze into\u00a0their\u00a0eyes, kiss\u00a0their cute little cheeks, count those teeny tiny toes and coo to your heart\u2019s desire.\u00a0Feeling your\u00a0soft\u00a0touch and hearing\u00a0your\u00a0voice will let your\u00a0babe\u00a0know\u00a0just how much they are loved, building that beautiful connection between\u00a0you.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Great learning experience<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>You may be surprised to know tub time is\u00a0actually a\u00a0place where lots can be learned.\u00a0Delight\u00a0your\u00a0babe\u2019s\u00a0senses by trickling water gently onto\u00a0their\u00a0belly\u00a0and watch\u00a0them\u00a0giggle\u00a0away.\u00a0Or\u00a0teach\u00a0your bub\u00a0a cause-and-effect\u00a0lesson\u00a0by showing\u00a0them\u00a0how to\u00a0kick\u00a0the water and create a\u00a0splash.\u00a0Remember \u2013 always watch your little one to make sure\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0happy and enjoying\u00a0what you\u2019re teaching them.\u00a0Don&#8217;t\u00a0forget\u00a0to go through and name your baby\u2019s\u00a0little\u00a0body parts as you\u00a0bathe them. Before you know\u00a0it,\u00a0they\u2019ll\u00a0be learning a\u00a0bath-full of words!\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Prompts sleep<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>The best reason to love bath time with your sweetheart \u2013\u00a0it\u2019ll\u00a0make them sleepy!\u00a0This means one\u00a0less thing for you to stress over.\u00a0Add bath time to your little one\u2019s bedtime routine and\u00a0it\u2019ll\u00a0help them to fall into a peaceful slumber.\u00a0The warm water, warm\u00a0room\u00a0and warm feeling of being safe will\u00a0get\u00a0your babe in the mood\u00a0for a\u00a0snooze.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>When to start bathing baby<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5655\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mum looking down and holding newborn in baby bath\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019re\u00a0probably wondering when to give\u00a0your baby their first bath? Well,\u00a0it&#8217;s\u00a0a little-known fact that there\u2019s\u00a0actually not\u00a0a huge need to wash your\u00a0newborn. Healthy babes are born with a special coating called vernix caseosa.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0a waxy substance which helps regulate temperature whilst keeping your little one\u2019s delicate skin moisturised. So,\u00a0there\u2019s\u00a0no rush when it comes to bathing your new bundle of joy for the first time. In fact, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apps.who.int\/iris\/bitstream\/handle\/10665\/97603\/9789241506649_eng.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">World Health Organisation<\/a>\u00a0recommend waiting 24 hours after birth, and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/baby\/support-and-services\/tips-for-new-parents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NHS<\/a>\u00a0suggests\u00a0the topping and tailing technique. This method is where you wash your bub\u2019s face, neck, hands and bottom out of the tub with a sponge\/cloth and warm water. Until you feel confident about\u00a0washing your little one in the bath \u2013 this method works a treat. After their belly button (and circumcised area, if applicable) has healed, you can begin bathing your bub once or twice a week.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Be prepared though \u2013 mess is on its way! Once your babe starts crawling, eating, and exploring every single inch of your home,\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0bound to get dirty \u2013 and fast. In this case, make sure in between full tub time (probably every 1-2 days), to keep their face, hands, neck, and bottom clean with a warm, wet cloth.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>Bathing essentials<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" class=\"wp-image-5663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Baby bathing essentials such as thermometer, nappies, hairbrush, dummy, towel and toy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-3-Resized-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>It goes without saying that\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0need a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/295-baby-bath-sets-tubs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baby bath set<\/a>\u00a0for bathing\u00a0your\u00a0little one.\u00a0Thankfully, there are\u00a0lots of\u00a0different options out there. Standalone baths are a particularly good choice if you suffer from back problems,\u00a0as\u00a0they\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0require you to bend over the tub.\u00a0Plus,\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0particularly great\u00a0for small bathrooms,\u00a0as they just sit inside your regular\u00a0bathtub\u00a0to\u00a0safely\u00a0support your bub\u00a0whilst you wash them.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you do\u00a0tend to\u00a0kneel by the\u00a0bath\u00a0\u2013\u00a0your knees may\u00a0begin to ache. So,\u00a0you may\u00a0want to consider investing in\u00a0kneeling pads.\u00a0They\u00a0provide a comfortable and sturdy surface to cushion your knees\u00a0\u2013\u00a0we\u00a0really have thought of everything\u00a0for parents too!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Wondering what else\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0need to make your angel\u2019s first bath a walk in the park? Here are\u00a0our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/293-baby-bathing-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bath time<\/a>\u00a0essentials:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><em>Baby\u00a0thermometer<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>The optimal temperature is 37 degrees\u00a0for a baby bath and at first it can be hard to know when\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0got this right.\u00a0A tip we recommend\u00a0is to dip your elbow into the\u00a0water. This is because\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0more sensitive than your\u00a0hands,\u00a0so\u00a0it\u2019ll\u00a0give you a\u00a0more\u00a0accurate idea of the temperature. However, if you\u00a0want full comfort knowing your baby\u2019s bath\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0too warm nor cold\u00a0\u2013 buy\u00a0a baby thermometer.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Flannels,\u00a0sponges\u00a0and towels<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>You want to make sure you buy flannels or sponges\u00a0which\u00a0are super soft on your\u00a0newborn\u2019s\u00a0delicate skin.\u00a0There\u2019s\u00a0plenty to choose\u00a0from\u00a0whether it\u2019s\u00a0bath sponges\u00a0or\u00a0gentle flannels.\u00a0Quick tip \u2013 to keep your little one warm during tub time\u00a0\u2013\u00a0place a warm, wet flannel over their tummy. This\u00a0will stop any\u00a0exposed parts of their adorable little belly getting cold.\u00a0You may also want to buy some baby towels, as they\u00a0won\u2019t\u00a0be as cumbersome as your regular bath towels. Plus, most of them have little hoods as well\u00a0\u2013 super cute!\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>How to wash a\u00a0baby<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Remember \u2013 your little one may make a fuss about their first bath.\u00a0Don\u2019t\u00a0worry though as this is completely normal!\u00a0Eventually, they\u2019ll become accustomed to the ritual and\u00a0there will be lots of splish-splash fun.\u00a0Here\u2019s\u00a0how to wash your little water baby:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><strong><em>Wash their face<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>We recommend washing\u00a0your babe\u2019s\u00a0face before you take off\u00a0their clothes.\u00a0It\u2019ll\u00a0startle some\u00a0little ones\u00a0being\u00a0naked and cold, and\u00a0we don\u2019t want any tears during bath time.\u00a0Wet\u00a0a cotton ball or\u00a0washcloth and\u00a0wipe their eyelids from the inside corner out. Use\u00a0one\u00a0cotton ball for each eye. With another damp cotton ball, clean around their\u00a0cute, little button\u00a0nose.\u00a0Remember \u2013\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0use\u00a0soap on their face. Also, always keep one hand on\u00a0your bub\u00a0when\u00a0dipping\u00a0the washcloth in the sink, and\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0douse\u00a0it completely. This is to avoid them annoying drips!\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol start=\"2\">\r\n<li><strong><em>Clean their ears<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>To clean\u00a0the\u00a0outside of\u00a0your little one\u2019s\u00a0ears, use a damp cotton swab or washcloth.\u00a0Don&#8217;t\u00a0clean inside their\u00a0ears;\u00a0cotton buds and teeny tiny ears don\u2019t mix well together!\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol start=\"3\">\r\n<li><strong><em>Wash their\u00a0hair<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>When\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0shampooing your baby\u2019s hair,\u00a0hold their head back slightly to\u00a0support\u00a0their\u00a0spine. Sprinkle their head\u00a0gently\u00a0with warm water and squeeze on a drop or two of soap. Lather\u00a0up,\u00a0massage\u00a0gently, and rinse with a wet washcloth.\u00a0Finish\u00a0off\u00a0by drying your\u00a0angel\u2019s\u00a0head with a towel.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol start=\"4\">\r\n<li><strong><em>Bathe them<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Now\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0time to undress your little one and get them ready for bathing. Lay them\u00a0down flat and put\u00a0some mild baby wash on a washcloth. Remember \u2013\u00a0don&#8217;t\u00a0overdo it! Your\u00a0newborn\u2019s\u00a0skin is\u00a0very delicate at this stage.\u00a0Wash\u00a0your babe\u2019s\u00a0neck and scalp, then work your way down\u00a0to\u00a0the front of their body. Make sure to\u00a0also\u00a0clean\u00a0in\u00a0between the folds of\u00a0their\u00a0skin. Rinse\u00a0your angel\u00a0with another\u00a0damp cloth, drying and rewrapping\u00a0them up\u00a0with a towel.\u00a0Our experts advise\u00a0to not\u00a0wash the umbilical stump\u00a0and aim to keep\u00a0that area\u00a0as dry as possible.\u00a0Flip your child\u00a0over onto their\u00a0tummy\u00a0with their head turned to one side. Then repeat the washing, rinsing and drying\u00a0routine\u00a0until\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0satisfied your babe is clean as a whistle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol start=\"5\">\r\n<li><strong><em>Dry and apply lotion<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Your little human will\u00a0get cold quickly\u00a0so try\u00a0to dry and cover\u00a0them\u00a0with a towel\u00a0on the areas\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0just\u00a0washed\u00a0to keep\u00a0them nice and toasty.\u00a0Remember to\u00a0get into the creases with the towel\u00a0too.\u00a0Before you clothe them and put their nappy on,\u00a0you can\u00a0also\u00a0pop on\u00a0lotion\u00a0\u2013\u00a0especially if\u00a0your babe\u00a0is prone to eczema.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>Bath time tips<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" class=\"wp-image-5664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-1024x664.jpg\" alt=\"Mum putting lotion on hand to put on newborn baby\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-1536x996.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/When-to-Start-Bathing-Baby-4-Resized-2048x1328.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><em>Massage your baby<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Who\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0love a massage?\u00a0Right\u00a0after\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0given your little one a\u00a0bath is a great time for a\u00a0relaxing\u00a0baby massage.\u00a0It\u00a0may\u00a0also\u00a0help\u00a0them to\u00a0unwind\u00a0and sleep.\u00a0Remember \u2013\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0use any massage oil or lotion until your\u00a0babe\u00a0is at least\u00a0one\u00a0month old.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong><em>Get in the\u00a0bath with your baby<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>It goes without saying, some little ones find bath time scary. In this case, getting in the bath with your baby may help.\u00a0Get someone to help\u00a0you\u00a0by holding your\u00a0teeny tot\u00a0whilst\u00a0you get in and out of the bath yourself.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Coo sweet nothings or sing\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Telling your little one how loved they are or singing silly songs\u00a0is a great idea.\u00a0The sound of your calming voice can help\u00a0soothe\u00a0and relax your\u00a0babe\u00a0during\u00a0tub\u00a0time.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Use bath time to\u00a0care for their skin<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>If\u00a0your\u00a0little one\u00a0has cradle cap, it may\u00a0help to wash\u00a0their\u00a0hair with\u00a0baby shampoo\u00a0whilst using\u00a0a soft brush to\u00a0delicately\u00a0loosen any flakes of skin. If your bub\u00a0is prone to dry skin or eczema, after a bath is\u00a0an ideal\u00a0time to apply a gentle moisturising cream. Make sure this is\u00a0prescribed or recommended by your\u00a0health professionals.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Never leave your\u00a0baby\u00a0alone in the water<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Don\u2019t\u00a0take your eyes off your bundle of joy \u2013 not even for a\u00a0second. If you\u00a0need to\u00a0turn away or leave the room urgently, lift your\u00a0little one\u00a0out of the bath and take\u00a0them\u00a0with you. Make sure\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0wrapped\u00a0up\u00a0in a towel\u00a0though\u00a0so that they\u2019re nice and warm.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong><em>Don\u2019t\u00a0add anything to the water<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<br \/>Our experts say not to use any soap\u00a0or add any cleansers\/bubble bath\u00a0to the water when it comes tub time\u00a0for\u00a0newborns.\u00a0All you need to do for the first month is wash\u00a0your bubba\u2019s\u00a0skin in nothing but plain water.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Now that\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0clued up on\u00a0queries\u00a0from\u00a0<em>when to start bathing a baby\u00a0<\/em>to\u00a0<em>how to wash a baby,\u00a0<\/em>all that matters is\u00a0that you relax and take this time to enjoy an important milestone.\u00a0Maybe\u00a0your\u00a0little human\u00a0kicks up a fuss when it comes to their first water experience. Or maybe\u00a0you manage to capture an adorable video of them giggling\u00a0away\u00a0and splashing about.\u00a0Whatever happens \u2013 this is a special time for you and your new arrival.\u00a0The first bath is always\u00a0unique\u00a0and different for every\u00a0parent. So,\u00a0no matter the result,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0going to be special!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your\u00a0bundle of joy is finally here and\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0time for the first bath.\u00a0The idea of\u00a0bathing your tiny little human for the first time\u00a0may fill you with fear.\u00a0And we\u00a0expect you\u00a0may have a ton of questions you want to ask before you pop\u00a0them in\u00a0the tub.\u00a0When to give a baby their first bath?\u00a0Is the bath water too hot? 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