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Why wash baby’s hair?
Babies sweat a lot, especially at night, and particularly on the scalp. The production of sebum, which is not yet very well regulated, clogs the pores and causes the formation of cradle cap. If these little yellow scabs are unsightly, rest assured, they are not pathological. This dysfunction of the sebaceous glands will subside Over the month. All pediatricians will draw your attention to the importance of a delicate shampoo and gentle brushing of the baby’s little skull, in order to overcome it.
When to wash baby’s hair
Daily washing may irritate your baby’s delicate scalp and weaken his fine hair. Better to wash your baby’s hair every 2 to 3 days with suitable products. For that choose the right moment! In the morning, after a nap or in the early evening. Avoid periods of digestion and prefer a quiet moment, when your child is calm and well rested. Because, for some, washing the hair can cause stress and cause tears. The contact with water on the infant’s head is always an awesome moment.
How to wash baby’s hair?
When washed in a bathtub, newborn babies need to have their heads and necks well supported. To do this, pass your forearm under the nape of the neck and your hand under your baby’s armpit. Thus, your free second hand will be able to gently shampoo the scalp and rinse it with lukewarm water. To wash the hair of an infant, you can also place it on his changing table, moisten your hair with a washcloth, apply a small amount of special baby shampoo and massage gently with rinse over the bathtub or sink.
Which shampoo to use for baby’s hair?
Choose special baby gentle shampoo with neutral pH that does not sting the eyes and does not attack the scalp. Baby care department, there are also washing gels, body and hair, for infants.
How to rinse baby’s hair?
In all cases, for rinsing your baby’s hair, avoid the shower head with too powerful a jet. You can use a small cup filled with lukewarm water and shield your hands at the top of his forehead to prevent fluid from spilling onto your little one’s face and eyes.
In his toiletry bag …
The “essentials” for this delicate moment of relaxation and care:
- bristle brush (or soft bristles);
- comb ;
- “two in one” washing gel for children / surgras soap / special children’s shampoo;
- body milk ;
- bath visor for older children (and to avoid shampooing in the eyes!)
How to dry the hair of a newborn baby?
To dry your baby’s hair, you can gently dab their scalp with a towel. Be careful not to rub your head at the risk of tearing off the cradle cap, which could cause an infection. Once your toddler’s hair is dry, you can gently brush it with a soft bristle brush.