Stores abound with multiple baby gifts and tokens. We have also to contend with numerous brands who promise the best of joy and comfort for the little darlings. But choosing the right gift can be confusing as it has to be something special and extraordinary and at the same time comfortable for tender bodies. Baby blanket is a wonderful item that can offer cozy comfort babies love. And among the several options fleece baby blanket is a popular choice.

Fleece baby blanket is made of soft wool fibers to keep the baby warm. These good quality fleece blanket do not shrink or get faded. These are available in different sizes and colors and even come in various designs, with the baby’s name and birth date embroidered in them.

There are different kinds of blankets to choose from and for different ages and sizes. These include the small baby blanket, long blanket, personalized blanket among others. The size depends on the age of the baby. The blanket is often used as a baby wrap. Therefore, the length should be sufficient enough to cover the little body properly.

Before going to buy the blanket for the baby, there are certain things that should be taken into account. Like the quality or the material of the blanket. Though, it depends on the type of baby blanket preferred one must make sure that the material should be soft, comfortable and does not shrink after a wash.

The fleece baby blanket can be easily made as it is made up of wool fabrics. In fact the stitching is not at all complicated and can be made with simple straight stitches. This makes these blankets cheaper than the others. Even the material or the kind of wool used is easily available. And the most interesting fact about the fleece baby blanket is that it is easy to wash.

The fleece baby blanket is a popular choice for young mothers who are shopping for the baby’s comfort as well as theirs. And this makes it a much loved gift concept as well for friends and family at showers and new born parties. The benefit of the baby blanket is that it makes a very comfortable wrap. It helps the baby sleep faster and for a longer time thus making it a perfect buy for the new little darling.

The small kids need intimate touch, lot of attention and they love to be carried. The http://www.babybundlers.com/  baby wrap carrier securely holds your little one very close to you and gives them a warm touch. Most of the baby wraps are specially designed for baby’s first year of life, yet you may comfortably carry your baby for as long as you desire, provided the baby feels the same as well!

Until that, time and time again you will find your baby sleeping peacefully as a  baby wrap provides natural sleeping solution, no plastic, no music, no bouncy seat; it’s just you calming and soothing your baby with your warmth, your voice, your scent, your movement and your heartbeat.  There is nothing lovelier and natural to put your baby to sleep than using these baby wraps .

There are many different hands free baby carriers to choose from as well, yet carrying your baby in a sleepy baby wrap will make a difference in your baby wearing experience.

The main reasons behind the effectiveness of the baby wraps include smooth support for little heads and necks especially when baby falls asleep so the baby fits just perfectly every time! Baby wraps give custom fit, so you can simply tie the  baby wrap carrier snug against your body and no matter what body type you are, it will fit you pretty easily!

Baby carriers that place pressure on your baby’s pelvis feel soft on the baby’s skin. There are no pressure points on mom or baby so you may carry your baby as long as you and your baby are comfortable; it’s perfect for traveling compact and great on uneven terrain or crowded places.

Baby shower gift ideas should be sure to please them and must be adorable as well. The baby swing is a good example of as such gift because if there’s a baby, there’s a baby swing somewhere nearby or at least there should be. These Baby swings make a great baby shower gift as they calm down the baby by gently rocking him or her.

Exersaucers are another great category of baby shower gift that mom will appreciate as much as baby will. Just like a walker without wheels, an exersaucer is a play land for little tots. However, mother may not be able to use exersaucer until baby is a little older, but when baby is old enough to use it; mom will be able to get some much needed free time!

Moreover, the baby toys are also examples of baby shower gifts , including the ‘Teddy beer’ which is most desirable by a kid. These baby toys also make themselves a unique baby gift for friends, cousins, and grandchildren.

All these unique baby shower gift items can cheer up the mood of your baby and there’s nothing better than watching your baby smile and play with them! So watch them play and when they get tired put them to sleep with the help of a baby wrap!

With the economy as bad as it is getting, many more mothers-to-be are starting to think they may not be able to afford party favors for their baby showers. Don’t worry, expectant mothers! That is just untrue! There are some great party favors available for baby showers, that are less expensive than we’d think. The following paragraphs will discuss some of the many inexpensive baby shower favors available today.

Candy has become a popular gift favor given out at baby showers. Not only is it inexpensive, but very cute! Gum cigars are becoming as popular, if not more so, than regular cigars, and are often handed out at baby showers, as party favors. Other candy baby shower party favors include:

*personalized chocolate bars (mini sized chocolate bars often available) in personalized wrappers custom made for a baby boy or girl

*mints in personalized wrappers custom made for a baby boy or girl

*hard candy in personalized wrappers custom made for a baby boy or girl

*pink and blue jelly beans in personalized wrappers custom made for a baby boy or girl

Lollipops and life savers in personalized packages are also becoming very popular, and are two of the most inexpensive party favor for baby showers available.

With personalize candy being so inexpensive, making homemade baby shower favors, using this type of candy, is also becoming very popular for baby showers. Retailers have made it possible to purchase everything you need to make cheap gift bags for all of your baby shower attendees. From cute little bags to all types of party bag fillers, it can be purchased at very reasonable prices. Some of the inexpensive items you could use to fill your party favor bags can include:

*mini-sized pink and blue pacifiers

*bookmarks customized for a baby boy or girl

*mini-sized pink and blue hand soap bars

These are only a few of the many items available. There are all sorts of little trinkets that are inexpensive, and baby shower appropriate. Magnets that have been customized for a baby boy or girl are also very popular, along with customized pencils and key chains.

Finally, personalized bookmarks are a good, inexpensive party favor for baby showers. These are especially good baby shower items when the sex of the baby has already been determined, or if the parents already have a name picked out. However, this is not necessary. More neutral types of baby shower bookmarks are also available.

In conclusion, it is important that you stop yourself from assuming you will not be able to fit party favors into your baby shower budget. Some of the cutest baby shower favors are the most inexpensive ones. You do not have to break your bank account in order to have good party favors for your baby shower. Before you give up on having party favors for your baby shower, do some research. You may just find you can afford much more than you could imagine.

Probably one of the hardest adjustments of having a new baby is the lack of sleep that goes hand in hand with your baby needing regular feeds throughout the night. If your baby is hungry it needs to be fed, but there are a few things that can help your baby settle for longer until it is only hunger that will wake him or her in the night. By six months most babies do not need a night time feed if they have fed well during the day and are not ill.

First 9 Months Sleep Advice

* When your baby is newborn, after having 9 months of a nice snug womb and your body noises and motions to settle them, sometimes the adjustment to the outside world can cause more night wakings than is just down to hunger. It is important to remember newborn babies have no concept of time, night or day, so it will take time for them to fall into a pattern. With your help though, it is perfectly possible to have them sleeping through by six months.

* Making sure your baby is ready to sleep first of all is most important. With newborns, as they are so tiny they will mostly drift off to sleep when they are ready but from around 3 months this can change and they may need you to notice the signs of tiredness and help them to settle.

Ready to Sleep Checklist

* Is your baby well fed, clean, dry and winded?

* Is your baby in good health? Illness can either make babies sleep more or make them find it hard to sleep.

* Is your baby tired enough? Some say most newborns up to three months of age find it hard to stay awake more than two hours without becoming overtired and miserable. Some babies yawn, rub their eyes or pull at their ears when they are tired, watch for signs.

* Is your baby too tired? Overtiredness can mean that a baby will find it very hard to settle due to too much stimulation and lack of sleep. A nice dim lit room, a bit of soothing can help your baby to sleep in this case. Trying to catch your baby before he or she becomes overtired will also help.

If your baby is most of these he or she will most likely be ready for a sleep.

* Getting a balance with day time naps can also help your baby to sleep longer. It is generally agreed most babies before 6 months need around 3 naps in a day and will sleep roughly an hour before waking, however all babies are different! If your baby is waking a lot int he night and you dont think it is caused by anything but lack or tiredness have a look at your babies sleep in the day and see if you can help encourage your baby to have less or more at certain times. You can never force a baby though, so if your baby really wont tweak his or her naps, you may have to try again in a few weeks or so.

* Have a think about your babies sleeping place as well to help encourage a more settled sleep. Is the room warm but not too warm? It is recommended a babies sleeping room should be constant between 16-18 degrees. Is the room very light? Some babies may find it hard to settle in a bright room, having the room kept dim can help them settle better and also begin to teach them the difference between night and day as well as teach them that when they go into a dark room it is most likely time for a sleep. Is the room noisy or the surroundings of it? Some babies like to hear noise when sleeping, others can be easily disturbed by it so it could be something to watch for.

* Swaddling is something that can be considered for helping your baby to sleep well. Swaddling is the method of wrapping your baby nice and snug in a blanket, with arms and legs by its sides and only the top of the shoulders and head uncovered. The reason this is believed to work so well with some babies is that it replicates the snug feeling of the womb and also that babies are born with the ‘moro reflex’ (startle reflex) meaning that sometimes when they are drifting off to sleep and their arms and legs begin to go limp, they can get the sensation of falling and suddenly jerk awake. Also any loud noises near by can cause a new baby to fling out its arms and legs in shock and begin to cry. Having your baby swaddled helps control the moro reflex, but it should be understood that not all babies necessarily will like being swaddled. By six months old the moro reflex is minimal or totally gone. Swaddling is really only for the first 3-4 months of a babies life after that, your baby will need to move about a bit and be able to release body heat to prevent over heating.

* If your baby is one who does not like to swaddled, some mums swear by a baby gro bag (baby sleeping bag) that leaves babies arms out and whilst the legs are obviously inside they are not held firm like the swaddle. Being in a baby gro bag has the added benefit that baby will not wriggle out of it and so wake up cold in the night. Be aware though that like duvets there are different thicknesses of gro bags from 0.5 tog being extra light to 3 tog being extra warm. Most gro bags come with instructions regarding this but make sure you have a read before use.

* Having a ‘wind down’ routine can help as well. Although babies below six months are very young to use a routine with, it is possible to have the beginnings of one. Giving your baby a nice lukewarm bath, a baby massage with some oil (even f you dont know how to do this, your baby will love you to just stroke him or her) followed by a breastfeed or a warm bottle of milk in a dim lit room, perhaps even with some low music playing will help your baby realise that when all this is happening, he or she will be in bed soon and be ready to sleep.

* Using aids such as rocking, dummies or feeding to sleep do all help though sometimes your baby can begin to rely on whichever as the only way he or she can settle to sleep, so when your baby wakes in the early hours of the morning, he or she could come to need you to provide whichever aid they are used to sleeping with. If you would like to avoid this, it can help to use rocking or dummy or a feed as a wind down to get your baby sleepy but try to avoid them actually falling alseep whilst in the process. Gently rousing your baby slightly as you settle him or her into bed for the night will help them begin to learn how to settle off to sleep by themselves. If your baby is waking for a feed after 6 months of age and you are certain he or she does not really need to be feeding (talk to health visitor first) then you can begin to dilute down your babies milk to encourage him or her to drop the feed.

10 months to 18 months Sleep Advice

* As your baby gets older, his or her sleeping patterns can change. He or she may need less sleep during the day and become harder to settle.

* Having a set bedtime routine will now be very effective in helping your growing baby understand the signals and become sleepy for bedtime. Again, giving your baby a warm bath, a baby massage with baby oil, and then perhaps going into your babies room and sitting down together, reading a book to your baby, will make for a good bedtime routine. If your baby is old enough, offering a beaker of milk whilst reading will keep your baby calm and settled.

* Some babies like to have a comforter during the long hours of the night. A soft cuddly toy or special comforters such as cuskees bought from mothercare or such places can become your child’s firm friend and help them sleep better. Sleeping with your chosen comforter for a night or two before giving to your child will provide comfort to your child in the fact he or she will be able to smell you from the toy.

* Avoid watching tv too close to bedtime. Most studies conclude babies who watch a lot of tv especially before bed are much more likely to have unsettled sleeps.

* Your child may still be happy to be in a gro bag at this stage, which is totally acceptable and can help gently restrict your babies ability to try to get up and about in the cot. However from12 months of age, it can be a novelty to your baby to introduce a child’s duvet and pillow, especially if you let your child pick his or her own (more around 18 months).

* If you find your baby is waking in the night and the timing is pretty regular, it could be a habit your child has made. To gently break this, there is a method called ‘gradual withdrawl’. This means when your baby cries, you can go in and soothe your baby but without picking your baby up. You can do this perhaps by humming softly or stroking babies forehead. Reassure your baby that you are there. Try to avoid turning bright lights on and talking loudly, keep it nice and quiet and sleepy. After a few minutes, sit by the cot on a chair and keep very softly reassuring your baby that you are there. If your baby is happy to settle knowing you are near by, the following evening if your baby again wakes, this time you can move the chair further away from the cot. Continue moving the chair further away until you are by the door. Once you reach the door you may now find that after a quick reassurance your baby will settle if you leave the room. It can take a few weeks and you should avoid letting your baby become hysterical but being patient, gentle and reassuring and providing there is no other reason for your abby to be waking that for reassurance, he or she should begin to settle soon.

Raising your baby in a green environment has multiple rewards. First, green products tend to have fewer dangerous chemicals associated with them. Second, by taking care of your baby’s world today, you are ensuring that there will be trees, flowers and bees for her to enjoy in the future.

There are many reasons for adopting a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle, not the least of which is that it is usually healthier for you and your family because most products that are considered “green” contain less chemicals and hormones. On a larger scale, going green can have a significant impact on the health of our World. The world population continues to grow at an alarming rate: 1 billion people in 1800; 2 billion by 1922; and by 2000 an estimate 6 billion are estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau. It is estimated that the population will swell to over 9 billion by 2050.

That means that if we evenly distributed the Earth’s natural resources (which we don’t), the population in 2050 - when your children’s children are growing up - will have only 25% of the resources per capita that we had in 1950. With limited resources available on Earth, we need to watch our consumption. We must become more ecologically-minded and preserve precious resources in order to leave the world in a state that can sustain our grandchildren.

Becoming environmentally-friendly doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, one of the best ways to do it is in small stages - one or two steps at a time. The deeper you get into green living the more you will see that there are infinite things that we can do, both big and small, to improve our environment. It is easy to become overwhelmed, but don’t worry - just do as much as you can, and remember that every little bit helps!

Here are three small steps that you can take today to raise a green baby:

1. Organic Foods: Thanks to the growing popularity of organic foods, it is increasingly easy to find organic options for your baby. In many supermarkets you can find organic fruits and vegetables, organic cereals, and other baby staples.

2. Household Cleaners: Having a baby makes you realize how many chemicals there are in the home. Chemical-laded cleaners can easily be replaced by environmentally-friendly cleaners that are better for the world and your baby’s skin.

3. Diapers: There are two green options in diapers: cloth and organic/unbleached. Diaper services can take much of the headache out of using cloth diapers, but some people simply don’t like them. Luckily, you can now get affordable organic diapers that require fewer chemicals to produce, thus reducing overall stress on the Earth.

4. Milk: If you can, then breast feed your baby. If you are looking at it from a strictly environmental and economic point of view, this is the way to go. Of course, if you cannot breast feed for any reason, then you can still purchase organic baby formula, which will cut down on the chemicals and hormones in your baby’s milk while reducing the impact on the environment.

5. Recycle Gift Packaging: Babies bring with them a lot of gifts! Every gift that you receive probably comes wrapped in cardboard, paper and plastic materials that can all be recycled. You can save nice gift bags and ribbons to wrap future presents, and recycle everything else.

As more people adopt a greener lifestyle, we are seeing more and more organic and environmentally-sound products in local supermarkets and even stores like Target and Wal-Mart. Keep your eyes open, and you’ll realize that raising a green baby doesn’t have to be a struggle.

Congratulations! You’ve got a baby on the way!
Once your baby has arrived, one of the most important parts of your new life together will be getting a good night’s sleep — you in your bed, the baby in a safe and comfortable crib. At first, you may want your newborn to sleep in a bassinet by your bed, making it a little easier for breastfeeding moms, but have a crib ready by the time your baby can roll over.

Your baby will spend more time in the crib than anywhere else, so safety is of utmost importance. What makes a crib safe?

* The bars or slats of the crib railing should be no more than 2-3/8″ apart, close enough together to prevent your baby’s head from slipping through or getting stuck. That crib in the attic may be a beautiful antique, but it probably does not meet this safety standard. Secondhand older cribs may also have splinters or lead paint as well as slats that are too far apart.

* Cribs with cutout designs along the rail may look pretty, but your baby’s arm or neck could get stuck in them.

* The crib must be sturdy. Your child will sleep in a crib until it’s time to move into a regular bed between the ages of 2 and 3. When shopping for the crib, give it a good shake to see if it wobbles or rattles.

* Construction materials should be stained or painted hardwoods like maple, ash, beech or oak. The use of inferior woods can potentially weaken or warp the slats. Some metal cribs are also very sturdy and secure. All finish materials must be lead free and non-toxic.

* For safety, the dropsides must be at least 9″ above the mattress support when lowered. When the side is raised, the top must be at least 26″ above the support at its lowest position. You should have no trouble quietly raising and lowering the side rail easily with one hand, since chances are you’ll have a sleeping baby in your arms.

* Make things a little easier on your back by choosing a crib with an adjustable height mattress. A newborn can rest higher in the crib, while a baby who can sit up needs a lower mattress so he can’t climb out. You can change the height of most mattresses by simply raising or lowering the mattress support.

* Check the hardware on the crib for sharp edges or points or anything else that could hurt your baby.

* The mattress should fit snugly into the crib. If you can fit two fingers between the side of the mattress and the crib, it is too small. Keep an eye on foam mattresses; over time, they may break down at the edges and leave gaps. Check the mattress support to make sure there are safety clips that lock the hangers into their notches.

* Use nonflammable and hypoallergenic bumper padding attached to the inside railings of the crib to cushion all four sides and prevent your baby from sticking an arm or leg through the railings. Securely fasten the bumper pads to the sides of the crib in at least six places. Be sure to remove bumper pads when your baby becomes more active.

* Follow assembly instructions carefully. Periodically tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws and check teething rails for cracks. Check the mattress support hooks regularly.

* Don’t place a crib against a window, near curtains or drapery cords, or near furniture that could help your baby climb out.

* Crib toys need to be removed from the crib when baby is sleeping. And remove mobiles when baby is able to grab at objects.

Baby rind is the almost susceptible of all and deserves the purest normal maintenance. Natural remedies can beat an essential character in infant maintenance and frequently offer mild still efficient alleviation from insignificant ailments - still enhancing many experiences associated with the maintenance of an original infant. Most infants have really susceptible rind and it will dry away rapidly and regular bathing will accelerate the drying procedure, leaving the infant with arid rind. Even the consumption of infant lotions and powders are not recommended with a regular tub, as they can induce rind irritations to a baby’s susceptible rind. Many infants and old babies sustain from arid rind still when moisturizer are used as they are not kept hydrated. Similar to adults, infant rind maintenance relies on domestic moisture and insuring they have enough to drink will greatly better their rind character. As the kid grows old and is taken swimming in a pond or in salt water, the chlorine and salt should never be allowed to dry on their rind.

Baby rind is really susceptible and can be stressed from slim factors. Baby rind has flawed exempt structure and is brief of self-resistance and security capacity from foreign irritations and strain. So, it is frequently annoyed and suffers from the rind problem. Organic infant products are progressively favorite with original parents who concern over environmental safety or the consequence of chemicals on infant’s rind and whole health. Baby rind is the almost susceptible of all and deserves the purest normal maintenance. Beaming infant healthful infant products are made with the really finest, purest ingredients. Baby rind cannot be amply available of force from foreign stimulation though the susceptible rind is safely protected and the self-resistance capacity is raised. Baby rind is really susceptible which can be affected by slim factors. Artificial colors, chemical fragrance and alcohol can be really detrimental to infant’s rind.

Parents often feel that it is healthy to expose children to the sun, however, there is absolutely no medical evidence that states such exposure should be direct. Before you use any baby linens or baby clothes for the first time, wash the items in a hypoallergenic detergent or soap formulated for babies. Also, use only soap or bath solution meant for babies when you bathe your infant. If your baby has little pimples along skin folds, especially on the neck, back, shoulders, chest or diaper area, she may have prickly heat, which can be remedied by avoiding heat and humidity, administering cool baths and dressing her in light, loose clothing. If you feel your baby’s skin is reacting to the sunscreen, try a sunscreen that is suitable for sensitive skin. This should not cause any problems.

Baby dental Care is a important issue for you. As a parent, you want to make your child understand the importance of dental hygiene. However, you need not wait until your child is old enough to brush and floss. Ideally, you could begin this process even before your baby cuts the first tooth. Dentists advise initiating your baby to a dental care routine by gently cleaning the gums even before primary teeth start erupting.

Early dental care also helps to guard against baby bottle-tooth decay. This condition occurs in babies who are put to bed with a bottle in their mouth. The sugar in the milk (or juice) contains micro-organisms that attack your baby’s teeth. Baby bottle-tooth decay can be quite severe in some children.

Follow these techniques to give your baby an early start on preventive dental care:
• Select a time when your baby is in a co-operative mood. Active co-operation is important, as it will ensure good results.
• Wipe the gums with clean gauze wrapped around your finger; this is sufficient for the proper care of gums at this stage.
• Begin flossing as soon as your baby cuts two adjacent teeth.
• Ensure that your baby does not go to sleep with a bottle of milk, juice, or other sugar containing liquids.
• Early initiation will help your child develop the right attitude toward dental hygiene.

You can express your happiness and show that you care when you give a baby gift at a celebration for the arrival or for the impending arrival of a baby. There are many types of baby gifts that are available and buying a baby gift is as much fun as difficult to choose the perfect baby gift. Given below are a few practical tips to help you in choosing a gift.

Cost Should Not Be The Guiding Factor

Expressing your love and care does not mean that you have to buy the costliest gift that you can find in the market. On the other hand, you should look at the practical use of the gift. If the gift is useful for the baby on a daily basis, it will prove to be a perfect baby gift. Items like bibs, booties, clothes, milk bottles and baby’s linen are ideal examples of such gifts as they will be used everyday and they will remind the mother of the person who has given the baby gift. You should always look for such practical gifts.

Toys And Play Items

While buying a baby gift, you can consider buying play items such as rattles, tethers and mobiles. You can also look for such play gifts that would involve the parents also so that the baby develops a special bond with the parents. The baby’s development will get a boost with the help of such play gifts. You can also look for toys that are education-based so that the baby gets to learn alphabets and numbers while playing with them.

Other Useful items

There are many other items that can prove to be very useful as a baby gift both for the baby and the parents. Apart from being extremely useful for the baby, items such as cradles or cribs are very helpful to the parents as well. They can save much-needed money as the parents won’t have to buy these essential items. You can also think of gifting the accessories of these items.

There is no better gift than a personalized gift as it shows your concern for the other person. You have to think of an item that will remind the recipient of your care all the time. For example, a baby basket can be prepared with essential items for the baby such as oils, soaps, diapers, creams and lotions, bottles, spoons, toys, sweaters, booties and cups. You should wrap the basket neatly and decorate it very well. You can also consider giving a basket full of gifts for the mother as she must be passing through a difficult pregnancy period and deserves your care and concern.

A baby shower is all about celebrating the pregnancy of the would-be mother and the impending arrival of the baby. When you are invited to such a party, it is essential for you to express your love and good wishes for the mother and the baby. The best way to do so is to think of an ideal baby gift that would prove to be useful to both the baby and the parents. In some countries, baby gifts are given in the form of cash. This proves to be very helpful to parents as the money comes in vary handy at crucial times of pregnancy.

A surprising number of mothers will buy expensive lotions and soaps for their sensitive skins, and yet bathe and shampoo their baby in cheaper, chemical-ridden products.

Even those moms who believe they are being very careful about the products they use on their baby are likely not being careful enough.

An article in Clinical Pediatrics reports that over three out of four infants suffer rashes within the first few months of births. Sadly, the reason for such frequent breakouts appears to be the skin care products parents use to keep their babies’ skin moisturized. A baby’s skin, like all organs, is not fully developed and isn’t as effective a barrier against toxic substances. Natural skin care products are much, much safer than the chemical-heavy conventional ones.

The Danger of Over-The-Counter Products
Many products supposedly designed for infants’ sensitive skin are the same harsh cleansers for adults, just put in a cute package with a higher price. Reading labels to see what is really in the bottle is even more critical for your baby than for yourself.

Many bubble baths destroy beneficial bacteria on the baby’s skin. In fact the problem is so bad that infant bubble bath carries an FDA warning against excessive bathing. These products often contain known carcinogens and irritants such as formaldehyde and 1,4-dioxane.

Shampoos are no better. Ingredients to avoid include quaternium 15, imidazolidinyl urea, and parabens. Of course you should also stay away from artificial colors and fragrances.

Baby powders are one of the most common treatments for diaper rash. Many moms use cornstarch, and treat rash with whipped-up egg white that’s allowed to dry and form a protective barrier.

Lotions and oils that contain petrochemicals, artificial colors, or artificial fragrances should never be used on a baby.

Natural Skin Care Products
Although most of the skin problems that babies face are due to dangerous ingredients in mass-produced skin care products, this is not the only concern. Even organic skin care products can cause problems if used excessively.

During the first year, babies do not need to be bathed frequently or even at all. An occasional wipe of the genitals and buttocks with a damp cloth is usually all that is needed. If a bath is needed, a small amount of warm water should suffice. Babies don’t sweat like children and adults so don’t need soap most of the time. If necessary, use a mild soap containing palm, coconut, or olive oil and use as little as possible. Never use antibacterial soap.

Shampoo is also seldom, if ever, needed during the first year. If needed, use a very mild organic shampoo.

Lotions that contain soothing or healing natural skin care ingredients such as chamomile or aloe can be beneficial. They moisturize well and a gentle massage can help a fussy baby sleep.