TECHNIQUES IN
CLEANING
UMBILICAL CORD
STEPS IN PROPER
DIAPER CHANGE
Wash hands
Place the child on
a flat diapering
surface
and
unfasten
the
diaper. Use fresh
baby wipes. Wipe
front to back
MAKE SURE THAT YOUR
HANDS ARE CLEAN
CLEAN THE AREA AROUND
UMBILICAL CORD IF IT GETS
SOILED WITH FECES OR
URINE WHEN YOU CHANGE
YOUR BABY'S DIAPER.
TAKE
COTTON
SWAB
COTTON
SQUARE,
OR
COTTON
ROUND
AND
CLEAN
THE
UMBILICAL
CORD'S BASE WITH CLEAN
WATER TO SAFELY CLEAN
IT.
Dispose diaper and
wipes
Put diaper. Apply
cream
if
necessary. Fasten
the diaper. Dress
the child
Wash the child's
hands with soap
and
water
and
place them in a
safe,
supervised
area
Clean the
diapering surface
Wash hands
NEWBORN
HYGIENE CARE:
PRACTICAL TIPS
AND GUIDELINES
A Comprehensive Brochure
for Parents
Healthy Habits for
Happy Newborns
SIGNIFICANCE OF
BABY BATH
Promotes
hygiene
and
protects the baby from
harmful bacteria and germs
Helps regulate the baby's
body
temperature
and
promotes relaxation, aiding
in better sleep.
UMBILICAL CORD CARE
Do not apply anything
Fold the diaper below the stump
and cover it with clean clothes
Gently wash a soiled stump with
clean water and soap, then dry it
with a clean cloth
Seek medical care if you notice
redness or pus drainage from the
umbilicus.
Do not use binder or bigkis
Do not apply any substances or
medicine on the umbilical cord
stump.
YOUR BABY HAS
DIAPER RASH IF
you can see these in the diaper area:
Red, inflamed skin, including the
buttocks, thighs, and genitals.
Itchy and tender skin
Sores or bumps
Discomfort, fussiness, or crying,
especially during diaper changes.
PREVENTION OF
DIAPER RASH
Change diapers often
Rinse the baby's buttocks with
warm water as part of each
diaper change.
Gently pat the skin dry with a
clean towel or let it air dry.
Apply cream, paste or
ointment regularly
After changing diapers, wash
your hands well.
Fasten diapers securely but
not too tight.
Give the baby's buttocks
more time without a diaper.
HOW TO BATHE
THE BABY?
1. Wash your hands
2. Choose a gentle, babycleanser for washing
3. Check water temperature. It
should be 37.7-40°C.
4. Wet baby's hair and apply
shampoo, do not put pressure
on the soft spot on their
head.
Rinse
the
hair
thoroughly.
5. Always support the baby's
head and neck during the
bath
6. Use a soft cloth to wash the
baby's body, from the head to
the feet. Rinse off all soap.
7. Begin with a clean cloth to
wash the face, then move to
the body and diaper area,
carefully wipe away from the
eyes and mouth and into the
creases.
8. Pat the baby dry with a towel
or blanket, avoiding rubbing
the skin. Once dry, dress the
baby to keep it warm.