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Sponge Bath

A sponge bath is recommended if the mother is not confident of handling the baby initially in the first few days. Sponge bath is also done when the navel is not healed. Sponge bath   boosts the confidence of the mother and also gives time for the navel to heal.

Is there any special care for the unhealed navel

You should clean the unhealed navel with an alcohol-soaked cotton ball or a mild first-aid ointment.  When you give the baby her bath, make sure that this area remains dry.  Therefore, tub baths are certainly out while the navel is not healed.  A sponge bath can be the answer; it will give you more confidence on handling the baby, and it will take care of the baby's unhealed navel.
 

How do I give my baby a sponge bath

Now you are ready to start. You can do a sponge bath right there in the baby's crib. Place a large towel under her and place a bowl of warm water, about body temperature, nearby. Test the temperature with your elbow or wrist. To keep your baby from getting cold, do not undress her all at once. Wipe across her eyes first with a fresh, damp cotton ball. Wipe with a cotton cloth around the ears and clean her mouth, chin and neck. 

Then take off her shirt and wash the abdomen (being careful to keep the unhealed navel dry) and arms, rinsing carefully. Support her head and gently wet her scalp with a washcloth; pat dry. After washing her back, dry and dress her upper body. Next, remove the baby's diaper, and soap the genital area, buttocks, legs and feet. Rinse her thoroughly and then dry, diaper and dress her.

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Name: Seema
Country: canada

whenever i bath my children just prior to bedtime, i purposely leave off their rubber pants for about 20 minutes to give their skin a chance to "air out" before putting rubber pants on over top of their cloth diapers. this nifty little tip will help reduce the likelihood of diaper rash.
 
Name: new moms
Country: usa

as a new mom its ok to ask questions on newborn/infant care but ask the right people or at least confirm with the pedeatric doctor or nurse your baby will be healther and you will be happier. every baby has thier own specific needs. ps for mother to be from past experience the instructions on this website are very good other tips are check the room temperature make sure it is comfortable not to hot not cold. just relax and don't be scared but be informed. my son he is big now was also very sensitive and had broncitis and rsv at 2 weeks old there are a lot of moms out their that understand. just relax enjoy time with baby and you will be fine remember good room temperture, no, no, no submerging in water until umbical has fallen off and navel has healed completely, mild baby soap adult soaps and bathing products may be to harsh for sensitive skin mine was alregic to everything. if something seems odd, tell your doctor. 1 or 2 drop of soap on a damp warm cloth and one little precious baby section at a time. newborns skin doesn't get dirty as quickly as aduts check with a nurse. i was told by a nurse to wash every other day and every day for diaper area. remember baby feels your emotions as well so be confident and enjoy your newborn. if still feeling overwhelmed never be inbaressed to ask a doctor or nurse. also the notes from other moms very helpful!
 
Name: alice brown
Country: usa

interesting comments, but what about a rash that's both on the legs and in the diaper area, almost like small bites? heat rash? bedbugs?
 
Name: AJ
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i didn't know you couldn't get the umbilical cord wet very informative. pregnant just now so good to know. wish me luck?!?
 
Name: abcd
Country: usa

alcohol on the cord is a good thing....please dont stop using it
 
Name: Seema
Country: canada

one very important safety tip i have for mothers and even babysitters is to leave on the baby's diaper (if not soiled) until you get the baby into the bathtub. i take off my newborn baby's rubber pants then grab hold of his cloth diaper to keep a firm grip of his slippery little body. it works great!
 
Name: mary
Country: usa

i think that you all are correct when you talk about bathing your baby. my baby is healthy thanks to you guys. ashley says thankyou. tootles. oh and i am single with big boobies. hahahahaha
 
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