Disclosure: I received a selection of Cetaphil samples for posting, all opinions expressed here are my own.
Bathing your first new born baby for the first time can stressful event for a lot of parents. Many questions spinning around you, like: Is the water too hot? Is the water too cold? Well don’t worry help is at hand. Check Out Kelly Bourne’s Baby Bath Time Tips.
Kelly Bourne’s Baby Bath Time Tips
Kelly is a wealth of information and is a great resource for Canadian parents. July is known as the month with the highest number of babies born in Canada*. To help parents prepare for their new arrivals, Kelly offers tips on how to bathe newborns correctly and safely.
Sponge Bathe Your Newborn
Delay tub baths until his umbilical cord detaches. Soaking or excess moisture can promote bacteria growth. Instead, sponge bathe your baby.
Bath Water Temperature
The bath water should be 37 degrees Celsius. To be certain, use a bath thermometer. Eventually you’ll learn to gauge the water temperature with a quick test on the inside of your wrist to ensure it’s not too hot.
Cradle Cap
Babies often develop cradle cap. It’s a harmless condition and will eventually go away on its own. If it bothers you, using a natural oil followed by a gentle cleanse of your baby’s scalp helps to remove the scales.
Be Prepared
A wet, slippery, wiggly infant is hard to hold onto. To keep your baby safe, lay out all essential bath items within reach ahead of time.
Use Baby Wash
It’s a misconception that you don’t need a cleanser while bathing your baby. There are many oil based irritants that can end up on your baby’s skin. Water alone may not remove them and using a washcloth with no cleanser can be harsh on the skin. Cetaphil Baby Ultra Moisturizing Wash contains 1/3 baby lotion and lets you cleanse delicate skin gently.
Keep Baby Warm
Place washcloths on your baby’s chest and arms as you pour water over her body. This provides a little more insulation and warmth during bath time.
Bathe Every Few Days
It’s a popular misconception that babies need a bath every day. Bathing too frequently may dry the skin. Every few days is ideal. In between baths, cleanse with a sponge to keep baby fresh. After bathing, use Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion to help moisturize and protect the skin.
Proper Form
There is a technique to move your baby in and out of the tub. One may be tempted to cradle the baby. It’s better to support her head and bottom with your hands rather than using a cradling position.
Bonding With Dad
Dads today are more involved with their children than ever. Bath time gives Dad a great opportunity to share in the bonding experience with baby.
Canada’s number one brand of sensitive skin care cleansers comes new Cetaphil Baby, dermatologist tested and pediatrician recommended for babies’ delicate skin. Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo ($9.99), Ultra Moisturizing Wash ($9.99), Daily Lotion ($14.99) and Moisturizing Oil ($14.99) are now available nationally. Well-known parenting educator and former registered nurse, Kelly Bourne, was among the first in Canada to try the Cetaphil Baby line.
Searching for Canada’s Cetaphil Baby
Cetaphil Baby celebrates bath time by inviting Canadians to share their baby bath time photos on Instagram with the hash tag, #CetaphilBabyBathtime during the month of June. There will be four weekly winners and one grand prize ($1,000 value) winner who will become Canada’s Cetaphil Baby! He or she will receive a personalized family photo shoot, fantastic baby gear and one year’s supply of Cetaphil Baby products. The winner will also be featured online. More information is available at www.cetaphilbaby.ca.
Win a Cetaphil Baby Bath-time Prize Pack
1. Wash & Shampoo
1. Moisturizing Oil
1. Moisturizing Wash
Iv never used this, but would love to try it on my daughter
I am a huge Cetaphil fan, however, I have not tried the baby line. I remember their skin being irritated and I am sure it wouldn’t be with this.
I remember being a first time mom and being so afraid to bathe my daughter. We both got over our fear though and made it through lol
I’m not a parent so I don’t have any memories, but I do have lots of precious babies in my life.
I will always remember my babys first little giggle!
I remember when I had my first son and I was SO scared to leave the hospital, and so scared to bathe him. I thought I would hurt him.
I was sick when i gave birth and my baby was 2 1/2 months old with giggles and smiles the first time i got to bathe her
I remember when my son first walked. I was completely amazed that this little person could actually stand and walk!
I remember the first time my husband changed a diaper. It was in the hospital on the bed and by the time he was done, the nurses had to change all the bedding. What a mess!
I remember taking my kid to a swimming pool for the first time, was amazed that he was not scared at all going into the water.
I remember bringing my son home he looked so small in the car seat.
I remember the first time I bath my son. I was a first time mom and I was soooo nervous. I remember thinking is the water too hot – was it too cold… He was only 12 hours old and to be told you have to bath him.. I was so afraid.. Thankfully I had the support of the nurses and my husband who helped me handle the new born infant during his first bath.
I remember the first bath at home, I was so nervous.
First time smiling at me at age of 2 months – where he actually recognized me
Not a parent but an Aunt many times. Remember when I got to give my nephew a bath for the first time when he was a newborn, was so afraid that he would get slippery and I would drop him; all went well though with that bath and many more!
I remember the nurse teaching me how to bathe my daughter at the hospital after I had her and remember how the water frightened her a bit but she didn’t cry,
I remember the first time they smile at you.
I remember how scared I was the first time my husband and I bathed our son. I thought we were prepared after all, we had taken the necessary parenting classes and the nurses had given him a bath in hospital again going over everything we needed to know but it wasn’t the same when we were doing it on our own. I remember how small and fragile he was. He cried the whole time and I swore my heart was breaking for him on the spot! Well, I’m happy to report he’s 18 months old now and he absolutely loves his baths! We’ve even welcomed our 2nd bundle of joy who I’m a pro at bathing now. It’s funny how much things change once you start to become comfortable in your parenting and believe in yourself. Thank you for an awesome post and giveaway. My little guys and I love Cetaphil Baby! Good luck all!
I remember the first time my daughter smiled at me. She had colic for the first while after she was born and my heart broke for her because she was so uncomfortable. To see her finally smile was a wonderful moment.
always remember my sons first steps
i always remember babies firsts of everything , especially the smiles and first tooth , super cute 🙂
I remember my daughters first bath. Unlike most babies she loved her first bath she was starring at me with all kinds of love . Miss those days
I remember bathing my son for the first time, we used one of the baby tubs and it was on a dresser, 2 seconds into the bath, my little guy pees all over the mirror. it was pretty funny
I remember how early each one did things, i was shocked to find him standing up in the crib at 7 months and walking at near end of 9 months.
I remember being nervous when being a first time mommy, especially changing and baby.
I remember calling 911 as a kid and then my parents having to talk to the 911 dispatcher.
I remember changing my baby for the very first time and i didn’t understand how other parents are able to put a diaper on a wiggling baby and trying to work the tabs at the same time.
When my daughter was first born I didn’t sleep for two days. The adrenaline was obviously pumping with excitement. But by day three I just dropped. Fortunately I had back up on hand. By the time my son was born I had no trouble sleeping the first night.
I remember the first time Sophie walked. She was so amazed that she did it. it was amazing.
the first time my son said mum is a memory that sticks.
I remember thinking how tiny my daughter looked in her car seat when we were taking her home from the hospital…they grow so fast!
When my oldest son was a baby I was so nervous to bath him the first time.
The smell of the baby all wrapped up after their first bath
A first time parent memory for me was the first time getting to breastfeed and feeling such amazing pride in myself that i could
I remember the first time I saw my son -he was quiet-no crying-he was blowing bubbles.
I remember the first time I showered the baby with a shower head. He was so surprised and delighted with the spray of water.
I was a teen Mom and had to take my son to the hospital for a lump in his groin . When I got there it had gone so they sent me home , the next time I brought my Mom with me. He had a hurneia and needed surgery right away.
I was a young first time mom at age 17 and everything was very scary to me for quite awhile.
First bath and walk are the most memorable!
I remember the first time i held my granddaughter and what a great scent she gave off, it was love at first site
bath time is fun time!