Whether you get the rubber ducks out or sing to your little one,\u00a0tub time with your baby makes for great bonding. The skin-on-skin contact\u00a0is important for your bub\u2019s sensory development.\u00a0You may be lucky enough to have a child who\u00a0can\u2019t\u00a0get enough of splashing about, or the latter \u2013 one that can\u2019t get wait to get out of the bath!\u00a0Just like any new experience, it takes a little time getting used to.\u00a0Don\u2019t\u00a0worry\u00a0though\u00a0\u2013 there are\u00a0also\u00a0lots of\u00a0bathing<\/a>\u00a0essentials\u00a0to make sure you\u2019ve got tub time covered from all angles.<\/p>\n Try the following to get your budding water babies to ease into bath time:<\/p>\n Newborns<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Babies and toddlers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n What temperature should a baby bath be?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Make sure the bath water is comfortably warm, but not hot, before putting your\u00a0little one\u00a0in.\u00a0We recommend pouring\u00a0cold water into the tub first, and then add the hot water.\u00a0Mix it all up\u00a0so you can be sure\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0not missed any hot spots!\u00a0Remember \u2013 never put your bub into the bath whilst the water is still running. Water temperature can change quickly so wait until\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0filled the\u00a0tub\u00a0up and tested the water before splish-splash fun\u00a0with your\u00a0babe.<\/p>\n There are plenty of bath time accessories to help you, for instance, a\u00a0thermometer<\/a>\u00a0should be at the top of your shopping list.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0the perfect accessory to make sure your little one\u2019s bath water is the right temperature \u2013\u00a037 degrees to 38 degrees\u00a0(approx.\u00a0body temperature).\u00a0Just to be on the safe side, you can also put your wrist or elbow in\u00a0to check the temperature.<\/p>\n We want the best for your baby\u00a0and their delicate skin,\u00a0so when\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0bathing your\u00a0little one, we recommend\u00a0avoiding bath products with the following in:<\/p>\n Gentle baby products\u00a0will leave your baby\u2019s\u00a0skin\u00a0feeling soft and loved. Plus,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0one less thing to make them\u00a0protest\u00a0against tub time!<\/p>\n Firstly, it\u2019s important to know that you don\u2019t need to shampoo your baby\u2019s hair every day. You may want to wash it every other day, or even less regularly, whatever works for you and the mess your little one creates! Though, if your baby suffers from cradle cap, it is often suggested that you wash their hair daily, just to help loosen and remove scales caused by cradle cap.<\/p>\n Ensure you choose the right type of shampoo for your baby. The shampoo should be specifically designed for newborns, as they are gentle on their delicate hair and skin. Look for a neutral p.h balance (5.5), and if possible, a shampoo that has a no-tears formula, so this reduces the likelihood of the soap stinging their eyes if it gets in contact with them.<\/p>\n Whether you use a baby bath<\/a>, a seat support<\/a> or simply your kitchen sink, run the water to a suitable temperature – 37 degrees is perfect. Hold your baby in the crook of your arm and gently lower their head backwards into the water, ensuring the top of their head is wetted. Or you may feel more comfortable using a soft sponge, like our 100% natural Seaborne sponge<\/a>, dipping it in the water and gently bathing your baby\u2019s head. Or simply fill a separate bowl with clean, warm water, and pour it over your little ones\u2019 scalp.<\/p>\n Pour a small amount of shampoo into your hand (shampoo containers with pumps are incredibly useful as they allow you to get the shampoo with just one hand). Gently rub the shampoo into your baby\u2019s scalp, using your fingertips to massage their scalp and stimulate blood flow.<\/p>\n Rinse the shampoo out of their hair by either dipping your baby\u2019s head back in the bath, using the sponge or pouring your bowl of fresh water over their scalp.<\/p>\n Gently towel dry your baby\u2019s hair using a soft towel, like our cute Hungry Caterpillar towel<\/a>. Don\u2019t worry about drying it too much, you can leave their hair to dry naturally \u2013 most newborns have very fine hair so it will dry incredibly quickly.<\/p>\n If your child does have cradle cap, then after the hair wash, you may want to apply coconut, almond or baby oil to their scalp to help heal it.<\/p>\n And there you have it, a fresh, beautifully smelling, squeaky clean-haired baby, ready for milk and bed!<\/p>\n![\"Baby](\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/What-Temperature-Should-a-Baby-Bath-Be-2-Resized.jpg\")
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