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Caring for a newborn baby can be somewhat more difficult than caring for an older child or older infant. They are simply more delicate. There are a few pointers that new parents can follow in order to make sure they are caring for these somewhat fragile little human beings as safely as possible.

The Basics

There are a few basics of newborn baby care that can be covered very easily. First of all, many parents fear taking their newborn out of the house the baby's first few weeks of life. Taking your newborn out of the house is absolutely acceptable and safe. Just make sure to dress them in layers and keep them comfortable and warm but do not over dress them.

Second, newborn babies will likely shed a layer of skin not long after they are born. This does not mean that new parents should use lotion because the baby's skin is dry; it is a perfectly normal thing that happens. Use of lotions and creams should be avoided for the first month or so of a baby's life if possible. Their skin is too delicate at this age to handle many lotions and creams.

Third, many newborns will get small rashes; newborn baby care dictates that creams not be used. Most of these rashes are not at all harmful and normal. If a large rash appears that seems abnormal, contact your doctor.



Fourth, some parents may worry that they are spoiling their child if they respond to every cry or hold the baby all the time. However, you simply cannot spoil a newborn. If they cry, they have a need that they are trying to communicate to you. Care for your newborn baby when they cry or seem fussy. They likely need food, a diaper change, or comfort.

The Umbilical Cord and Bathing

Many parents are confused about newborn baby care in regards to the umbilical cord and bathing. The umbilical cord is especially scary for new parents. Just remember, the umbilical cord is dead protein and touching it will not hurt your baby. Parents should do their best to keep the cord dry (by cleaning it with alcohol occasionally) so that it will fall off sooner. Most umbilical cords will fall off by the time the baby has reached 2 weeks of age.

Bathing your newborn should be avoided until after his or her umbilical cord has fallen off. After it has fallen off, your newborn should not need to be bathed more often than every two or three days. They do not get that dirty and bathing them too often can dry out their skin. Care for your newborn baby by only bathing them when needed.









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