How do I give my newborn a bath? What equipment do I need? How often should I bath her? What's the right temperature, etc.

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Here’s a great guide on how to bathe your baby: http://sg.theasianparent.com/bathing_your_baby_melissa_lau/ If your baby’s umbilical stump has yet to fall off, and/or his circumcision has not yet healed, the baby should not be submerged into water. In such cases, a sponge bath is recommended. Otherwise, you can use a bathtub (after your baby’s umbilical stump has fallen off and his circumcision has healed). Some things to note would be hat young babies should be bathed in a warm room, as they are unable to regulate their body temperature well yet. Also, always prepare the things needed for the bath in advance so that there will not be instances where you need to leave your baby to grab something.

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