The arrival of a newborn brings laughter and joy to many families. But because newborns have a better metabolism after birth, they will produce dirt on their bodies, so we need to take frequent showers, otherwise the baby's body will be particularly uncomfortable. When do infants and young children take a bath? But many parents are not particularly familiar with this issue. Let's take a look below.
When do infants and young children take a bath?
1. Between breastfeeding: When bathing a baby, it is important to be careful and avoid taking a bath when the baby is excessively hungry, as this may cause the baby to cry uncontrollably during the bathing process. Of course, it is also not suitable to take a bath immediately after breastfeeding, as this not only affects digestion but may also cause the baby to vomit milk. The most suitable bathing time should be one hour before breastfeeding or one hour after breastfeeding, usually between 10am and 3pm, which is the warmest time of the day and is suitable for bathing the baby.
2. Before going to bed: If your baby has poor sleep, you can give them a bath before going to bed every night, but be sure to ensure the appropriate room temperature to avoid catching a cold, which can effectively help them sleep.
When is it not appropriate to give a baby a bath?
1. After getting vaccinated: After the baby has been vaccinated, there will be pinholes on the skin that are difficult to see with the naked eye. It is not suitable to give the baby a bath at this time, otherwise it is extremely easy to contaminate the pinholes.
2. Do not take a shower when the baby vomits or has diarrhea: If the baby frequently vomits or has diarrhea, it is also not suitable to take a shower because during the shower process, the baby will definitely need to be moved, which will worsen the vomiting phenomenon. If not careful, the baby may also accidentally inhale vomit, and in severe cases, it may even cause suffocation.
3. It is not advisable to take a bath when there is skin damage: If the baby's skin is damaged by burns, trauma, or other injuries, it is also not suitable to take a bath, because if the baby is bathed during this period, it will contaminate the wound and make the situation more serious.
The above article is an answer to the question "When should infants and young children take a bath?", and we also introduced when babies are not suitable for bathing. We hope it will be of great help to you and your baby. Bathing your baby at a suitable time is beneficial for their physical health. Therefore, do not take a bath at an inappropriate time, as it may cause discomfort in your baby's body and result in more harm than good.
