Always ensure that you have everything you need in one place and close to hand. Never leave your baby unattended until she is safely back in her crib! You will need:
* A clean soft towel * Clean nappies * Cotton-wool balls * A baby bath sponge * A Changing mat * A clean top and tail bowl, A small plastic mixing bowl will do so long as you only use it for this purpose. * Fresh clean boiled water, leave to cool down to luke warm temperature, test this on your inside wrist for safety!
Lay baby on the warm soft towel on the changing mat, start with baby still clothed so she doesn't get cold while you clean her face. First Wipe each eye gently with a separate cotton ball for each eye. Always wipe from the inner corner outwards with the cotton ball dampened with the warm boiled water. With another cotton ball wipe around baby's ears and neck, this will get rid of any sweat which might cause soreness. next using another cotton ball wipe around baby's mouth and chin to remove any dribble or dried milk. Use a baby bath sponge to gently clean baby's hands. undress baby's top half and gently wipe the underarm area with a damp cotton ball being careful to watch for sore areas. Dry carefully. It is now time to take off baby's dirty nappy, if the nappy is a dirty one, use the nappy to wipe off most of the mess, then start wiping the rest with damp cotton balls, always throw away used ones, never dip back into the water bowl. Make sure to wipe from front to back if cleaning a little girl. Dry baby's little creases gently dabbing with the towel. Put a clean dry nappy on and some clean clothes. Put baby back into a safe place such as the Moses basket or cot so you can safely clear away the soiled nappy and equipment. Nappy disposal units are a great idea, they avoid all the nasty smells and are easily emptied, avoiding the nuisance of filling your domestic bin every day and what's more they are so much more hygienic.
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