bath tips for baby

Wash hands and legs properly.Give bath using luke warm water and with mild soap.Check the temperature of the water by putting your fingers in the tub.Do not prolong bath for more than 10-15 mins.Some people believe in that baby get relief from pains by exposure of smoke.Avoid exposure to smoke for warming the baby after bath.

oil massage

Any oil is enough for massage.Don't use vigorous movements while giving massage,apply a gentle massage,and a few hours before bath.Most important thing is clean your hands & legs properly before giving massage.And keep a clean cloth on legs before taking the child for massage, mostly pure white is preferable.In some babies rashes may appear as a result of ol massage, mostly in summer.It is advisable that to stop giving massage in such cases.

care of new born baby

Breast milk contains a lot of water.Infact upto 80% of breast milk is water.That helps satisfy baby's thirst hence, no water is required even in hot summer.
Breast milk alone is able to satisfy baby's needs for calories, nutrients and water.When you try and give anything other than breast milk, there is always a risk of germs entering the baby's mouth and systems.And you are aware how serious this infection could become in a tiny new born baby.