All babies cry. But there are lots you can do to help them be calm and happy. We begin with some of the basics…step by step. For starters, newborns miss the comforting rhythms they enjoy in the ...

[19] The AWHONN Neonatal Skin Care Guideline [8] recommends that the first ... newborn bath during the postpartum hospital stay is an excellent time to teach parents how to physically care for ...

First, gather your supplies so you can focus on the baby during the bath. You'll need a mild soap or cleanser, a soft washcloth and a small bowl or plastic tub of warm – not hot water.