For many new moms, taking care of their babies can be a daunting task. They often feel clumsy and unsure about how to properly care for their little ones. Here are 5 tips on how to care for infants:
Proper Care for Newborns
1. Avoid binding
As babies grow every day, especially newborns who grow at a rapid pace, it is important to properly swaddle them. Here's the correct method:
Dress the baby in a onesie, wrap a diaper around them, making sure not to cover the umbilical cord area. Cover them with a thin blanket to prevent them from catching a cold. Place the baby diagonally and wrap them in the middle of the blanket.
2. Keep the skin clean
A baby's skin is delicate and their defense system is weak, making them prone to injuries.
Therefore, it is crucial to keep the baby clean, especially in areas like the head, neck, armpits, and groin folds. These areas should be cleaned regularly with a towel.
3. Bathing the baby
During summer, babies should be bathed once or twice a day, while in winter, bathing once a day is sufficient. The best time for bathing is in the afternoon. It is important not to feed the baby before bathing; they should be fed after the bath.
4. Avoid excessive tickling
Since a baby's organs are not fully developed, it is best to avoid excessive tickling to prevent any harm to their internal organs.
5. Avoid using high pillows for newborns
When babies are first born, their spines are straight, so they do not need a pillow. Around three months old, they can start using a pillow that is about one centimeter high.
