14 Things You Need To Know About Your New Baby

8.      No Baths Yet

things about babies you should know

In the first days, your baby is going to be doing literally nothing but cry and eat. They don’t need a proper bath yet. All they need is a wet wipe rubbed across their face, belly and bum. Folds in the skin should then be wiped separately. A sponge bath is also a good idea for them, since they shouldn’t be completely immersed in water yet. Keep them clean, but they aren’t ready for bath time at the moment.