Once the umbilical cord has fallen off, you’ll be ready to bathe your new baby in a tub. Always remember important safety tips, like those offered by Cinergy Health, when bathing your little one. Never leave the baby unattended, even for a minute. Don’t fill the space with more than 2 inches of water. Don’t assume that a bath ring will keep your child upright and safe all the time.
If your baby seems miserable during those first real baths, there is nothing wrong with going back to the sponge bath for a bit. Not every baby is ready to move to a tub bath at the same time. Give your child the time he needs to adjust and help him to do so as much as possible.
