Waiting 12 hours or more to bathe a newborn baby could make it easier for a mother to breastfeed, research has suggested. Scientists believe amniotic fluid, the liquid that protects the fetus, smells ...

For parents, bathing a tiny newborn can be an exciting experience, but it can also be intimidating. Newborns are small and vulnerable, slippery when wet. And the products marketed for their delicate ...

Babies are so cute...but they’re also small and fragile and strange, which is why every aspect of caring for them can feel a bit intimidating, especially if you’re a first-time parent. Naturally, you ...

If you are also struggling with the do’s and don’ts of bathing your baby, read on. When it comes to newborn babies, every single achievement counts as one big milestone. Similarly bathing a newborn ...

The thought of bathing your newborn can be panic-inducing. What if they get too slippery? What if you get soap in their eyes or water up their nose? What if they lose that precious new baby scent?

Baby's first bath can fill a new parent with trepidation. You're still not entirely comfortable handling this tiny person, and it feels strange covering her body in water. But soon enough you’ll ...

Four moms, five babies, 12 tubs—and a few clear winners By Laura Murphy Baby bath time is the perfect example of how new parenthood can be scary and joyful all at once. You’re tasked with washing a ...

Make sure that all supplies are at hand and the room is warm before undressing the baby. Keeping one hand under the baby's head and upper back, use the other hand to place the baby – feet first - into ...

Nothing compares to the smell of a freshly bathed baby, but getting the job done can be tricky business. If you’re one of the many parents who wish they had an extra pair of hands when bathtime rolls ...