How to give your baby a bath? And at what temperature?

A bath moment: relaxation and care together

A bath doesn’t need to be every day; it’s mainly a nice and calming ritual, for example in the evening when both parents are home.

Preparation = the key

Make sure everything is ready: laundry products, towel, washcloth, diaper, and clothes.

Water and room temperature

• First fill with cold water, then add warm water and mix well.

• Ideally, the bath water is around 37 °C and the room is 22–24 °C.

• Use a badthermometer to stay safe.

Step-by-step washing

1. Wash your hands before picking up the baby

2. First clean the face—without soap—and gently dry

3. Then wash arms, armpits, shoulders, chest, stomach, groin, legs, and feet with mild soap or lotion

4. Finally, the buttocks are cleaned, with extra attention to skin folds and genital areas.

Safety and comfort during bathing

• Hold the baby with support for the head; gently lower them into the water.

• Hold on firmly with your arm under the armpits

• Add baby bath oil a few minutes after getting in for extra hydration if desired

• Don't leave your baby in the bath for too long — the water cools down quickly and that can be uncomfortable.

After the bath

• Wrap your baby immediately in a towel and dry them thoroughly, especially in the skin folds, to prevent irritation and cold.

• Place it on a dry towel to continue dressing.

• Turn your baby onto their side or tummy to fasten the clothes—this helps them get used to different positions