Does your baby look different? Has your baby’s skin lost color, or is it rosy? Are there any rashes?
Does your baby have a fever? Any of these changes could indicate illness. If you notice any of them, or other worrisome changes in your baby, call your baby’s medical professional.
Steps you and others should take to decrease the chance of your newborn getting sick:
Wash your hands before handling your newborn.
Wash your hands before and after a diaper change.
If anyone is sick, they should keep their distance.
Newborns need at least 3-7 baths per week. They don’t need as many as we do simply because they don’t get as dirty as we do, and they have resilient skin.
Keep their play toys clean by washing with soap and warm water. Make sure they are thoroughly dry, and clean them often, depending on how often your new baby uses them.
Keep their sleeping area clean. Wash their crib with soap and water. You might also want to change their sheets daily, because of the way new
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