Nights with a newborn can be tough. In the first weeks of life, the baby still functions in its own mode. Its biological clock begins to regulate itself between the 8th and 12th week of life. This is when evening rituals become important – they will help prepare the child and parents for a night's rest. Regardless of the child's age and whether they know the time of day, daily toileting is necessary and many parents decide to do it in the evening. It is worth using only high-quality accessories that support care. What will be useful when preparing for the night?
WASHER
A good start to preparing for a night's rest is bathing your baby. You should always remember to adjust the water temperature - 37°C is optimal for newborns and infants. It is worth using only proven, dermatologically tested cosmetics for washing. You can use a special baby washcloth. It will also be useful for gently cleansing the baby's skin on days when you do not want to bathe him in the tub. Initially, you do not need to prepare a full bath every day. In the first weeks, it should be done every 2-3 days.
TOWEL
The choice of towel that will wrap the baby after bathing is also important. It is important that it is made of a delicate material, because too rough a fabric can cause irritation to the baby's skin. Therefore, towels made of organic cotton or bamboo viscose are a good choice - such products are durable and absorbent. Before the first use, the towel should be washed and ironed (according to the manufacturer's recommendations). Special liquids dedicated to babies should be used for washing. After the first wash, a cotton or bamboo towel should become soft and pleasant for the delicate and sensitive skin of the baby.
The size of the towel is also important. It is worth considering choosing a slightly larger one. For this reason, a size of 100 cm by 100 cm is recommended - it will be functional for both a newborn and a slightly older child. An interesting solution are the currently popular hooded towels. Thanks to them, the child's head is wrapped and protected, which increases their comfort after bathing. Such a towel will be great both at home, during a trip or at the pool.
HAIRBRUSH
Although it might seem that a hairbrush is not necessary for children with delicate hair, it is worth investing in one even if the baby does not yet have a lush head of hair. It must be dedicated to small children. Using regular products for combing can cause irritation. Regular combing with an appropriate brush involves massaging the scalp and stimulating the hair follicles. Natural bristle brushes work well. They are characterized by their delicacy, so they do not cause irritation. The most popular material from which baby brushes are made is goat hair. They are characterized by softness that is ideal for the baby's skin.
The baby's evening toilet allows you to build rituals that will later determine the proper preparation for sleep. Every parent who wants their child to feel comfortable should reach for high-quality accessories made exclusively from materials that are safe for the delicate skin of the baby. Using products created with the child in mind can help to surround him with the best care.
