Newborns Need Natural Skin Care

There are many skin care products that are being marketed as essential for your newborn. But it might surprise you to know that some experts believe that these baby skin care products may actually do more harm than good. This is because of the chemicals that some of them contain.

It's important that you keep chemicals away from your baby for as long as you can. Let your baby’s skin mature without interference. This discourages the emergence of skin irritations such as eczema and allergies.

Babies only require the basics of skin care. For the first month, keep your baby safe from any type of product containing chemicals. Indeed, in the first month of your baby's life you really only need to use a soft cloth and some water. If your baby has thick hair, you can use a baby comb to clean it while bathing.

Pure and Natural

When it comes to baby skin care, natural is best. To follow a natural skin care routine, leave your baby's skin untreated as much as you can.

When your baby is born you may notice a white substance on your baby's skin that is sticky in texture. This is a natural moisturizer so don’t wipe it away. It should be allowed to penetrate the skin on its own.

If your baby is premature then it is even more important that you hold back on using any baby care products. This is because a premature baby’s skin is even more delicate than other babies. The best time to start skin care for your premature baby is after the exact due date of your baby.

Cleaning the Cord Area

Until the cord falls off, it's important that you keep the area clean and dry. There is no need to use any powders or lotions on it. Just use some warm water and a soft cloth to clean it if it gets dirty, then gently pat dry.

You might need to follow a different routine for cord care if your baby is sick or premature. You may need to use antiseptic wipes in the area to help prevent infection. Ask your doctor for advice when it comes to skin care for your premature or sick baby.

Hold off on using baby wipes until after your baby's first month. Make sure that the baby wipes you use are free of alcohol and fragrances. They should be as mild as possible. Your newborn will do best with moisturizers containing a base of emollients.