How To Bathe Newborn In Sink

How to Bathe a Newborn in the Sink

Bathing a newborn can be a daunting task, but it's important to keep your little one clean and healthy. If you don't have a bathtub, you can bathe your newborn in the sink. Here are the steps on how to do it:

1. Gather your supplies. You will need the following supplies:

A clean sink
Warm water
A washcloth
Baby soap
A towel
A clean diaper
A changing pad (optional)

2. Prepare the sink. Fill the sink with warm water, about 2-3 inches deep. Make sure the water is not too hot or too cold. You can test the temperature by dipping your elbow in the water. It should feel warm, but not hot.

3. Undress your baby. Remove your baby's clothes and diaper. If your baby is a girl, you may want to put a cotton ball in her vagina to prevent water from getting inside.

4. Support your baby's head and neck. Use one hand to support your baby's head and neck while you gently lower him or her into the water. Your baby's feet should be resting on the bottom of the sink.

5. Wash your baby's body. Use a washcloth and baby soap to gently wash your baby's body. Start with the face and head, and then move down to the rest of the body. Be sure to wash all the creases and folds of skin.

6. Rinse your baby's body. Use a clean washcloth to rinse off all the soap from your baby's body. Make sure to get all the soap out of the creases and folds of skin.

7. Dry your baby's body. Use a clean towel to gently pat your baby's body dry. Be sure to get all the water out of the creases and folds of skin.

8. Dress your baby. Put a clean diaper on your baby and then dress him or her in clean clothes.

9. Clean up. Empty the sink and wash it with hot, soapy water. Rinse the sink well and then dry it with a clean towel.

Tips:

Never leave your baby alone in the sink, even for a second.
If you are bathing your baby in the kitchen sink, be sure to clean the sink thoroughly before and after bathing your baby.
Do not use soap on your baby's face every day. Soap can dry out your baby's skin.
Bathing your baby too often can also dry out his or her skin. Aim to bathe your baby 2-3 times per week.
If you have any questions about bathing your baby, be sure to talk to your doctor.