Important: Never leave your baby alone in a bath - not even for a moment.
Baby bath sponge or clean wash cloth (double-rinsed).
Make sure the room temperature is at least 75 degrees Fahrenheit, because babies chill easily.Īssemble all the baby bath products you will need: Pick a warm room with a flat surface, like a bathroom or kitchen counter, a changing table, or a bed. Cooing, singing, talking - your baby loves the sound of your voice and thrives on your soft touch. In fact, every bath time can be a special time for bonding with your newborn. “When they do, it makes sense to hit the tub.Get the camera ready - like all the "firsts" to come, baby's first bath is a special event. “Kids should be outside playing and getting dirty,” says Dr. (After all, no kid is happy about pimples.)Īnd parents of younger kids should accept that regular baths are part of the package. For leverage, parents can point out that not showering often enough can lead to dandruff and may increase acne. It can be hard to convince a stubborn teen to make time for a shower, Dr. That’s especially true for adolescents, whose bodies are changing and producing more oils - and more odors. Is it possible to bathe or shower too often?īathing too often isn’t as much of a concern as bathing too little, Dr. It could be a rash or an allergic reaction, so talk to your pediatrician or a dermatologist.
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Of course, if your kiddo’s skin suddenly flares up with dry, flaky, red patches, it may not be eczema. The reason: “Moisturizers work better on damp skin, and our goal in treating eczema is to restore the skin’s moisture barrier.” Tamburro says, “research suggests people with eczema should bathe more often.” You might think too-frequent bathing could irritate the condition. Many kids have eczema, which causes the skin to become dry, red and oh-so-itchy. The best time to moisturize is right after a bath or shower, to lock in all the moisture. Moisturizing is also key, especially if your kiddos have dry skin or you live in a dry climate.
“And don’t assume all baby soaps are mild.” If you’re unsure how gentle your pick is, ask your doctor for recommendations. “Choose mild soaps that don’t lather up too much and don’t have added fragrance,” Dr. Gentle soaps, though, are safe for frequent bathing. She recommends avoiding those products unless your doctor has recommended them for a skin condition. It’s true that harsh antimicrobial soaps can make your skin dry and itchy. But the conventional wisdom could use some updating, Dr. So, getting wet doesn’t equal getting clean.Ĭonventional wisdom suggests that bathing too often can be drying and irritating for sensitive skin. “It’s important to bathe or shower after swimming in a pool, lake or ocean,” Dr. And if your baby has an impeccably timed post-bath diaper blowout, by all means - draw another one.Īlso, don’t think everyone’s off the hook after spending a day in the water. If your cranky toddler is too tired, skipping bath night won’t be the end of the world. (Their newly stinky pits will probably clue you in when it’s time to step up their hygiene game.) They should also wash their face twice a day. More showers are in order when they get muddy, sweaty or stinky. Older kids ages 6-11 should hit the bath two or three times per week, at a minimum.Speaking of tub toys, make sure they’re nontoxic and don’t have the potential to harbor, mold, fungus and bacteria. Their delicate skin doesn’t need daily cleansing, but it’s OK to get out the bath toys more often if your child gets dirty or has a messy diaper situation. Babies, toddlers and little kids should spend some quality time in the tub two to three times per week.Bath time guidelinesīathing recommendations depend on your child’s age, says Dr. So should you dunk your sticky sweethearts into the tub (or shower in the case of teens and tweens) the moment they get home from school or daycare? Or, do you throw your hands up and accept the grime?ĭermatologist Joan Tamburro, DO, gives us the dirt on how often you should bathe your kids or have them take a shower. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center.
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