“ BATHING,

DRESSING AND
UNDRESSING
CHILDREN

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BATHING
It is defined as cleaning the
skin of the child to promote
hygiene and comfort.

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 Importance of Bathing
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Importance of Bathing
To keep the skin clean
To stimulate circulation
To prevent skin infection
To closely observe the body the
evidence of any abnormalities
and note child’s growth and
development
To stimulate sleep
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STEPS/PROCEDURE:

1. Put the baby in a safe place while you gather everything

you need.
2. Use your elbow to test the bath water before putting the
baby in. The water should feel lukewarm, not hot.
3. Babies can be badly burned if the water is too hot. You
will only need four or five inches of water in the tub.
4. Smile and talk to the child while you undress him.

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STEPS/PROCEDURE:
11. Use your free hand to gently soap the baby. Use a small amount of
soap.
12.Don't put soap on his head or face. Just use a damp cloth to wash his
face.
13.Rinse the soap off the rest of his body.
14.Carefully lift the baby out of the water and wrap him in a towel so he
won't get cold. Dry him off and apply lotion or powder, as directed by
the parents.
15.Diaper and dress him.
16.If you are uncomfortable giving a baby a tub bath, give a sponge bath
instead. It's also good when a baby has a messy bowel movement.
17.Undress the baby and wrap him in a towel.

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STEPS/PROCEDURE:

6. Support his head and shoulders if he can't sit up yet.

7. Slowly lower him into the water.
8. Place him into a bath safety seat if he can sit up.
9. Never let go—always keep one hand on the baby.
10.Continue talking and smiling.