What is the correct way to wash a baby's butt?

As we all know, younger babies often poop in their pants or diapers, so parents are reminded to always pay attention to whether their babies have pooped or urinated. If so, clean it up in time, because the baby's skin is very delicate, and if it is soaked, it is easy to have skin problems. In addition, parents should clean the baby's buttocks regularly. The correct cleaning method is as follows.

The correct way to wash your baby's bottom:

The first posture recommendation: washing on the bed

This position is more suitable for babies in winter. Because it is too cold in winter, if you pick up your baby to wash him/her, he/she may catch a cold. Therefore, it is recommended to fill a small basin with hot water, and then place it on a bed covered with plastic paper, wrap the baby's upper body with a quilt, and then hold the upper body tightly in the mother's arms, with the lower body butt exposed, and the mother can use her other hand to help the baby clean the butt.

This winter's cleaning posture requires quick hands and quick movements. After washing, immediately dry the baby's bottom with a dry towel. Do not dress the baby or do other things with water in it, otherwise excessive moisture may cause problems with the baby's bottom skin.

The second posture recommendation: urine-style washing

When babies are young, parents will hold them to pee, so this posture can be used to wash the baby's butt. This is more suitable for use in summer. Because the weather is not cold, it is warm enough. Put one hand around the baby's chest and hold it close to your arms, then place the basin under the baby. Use the other hand to sprinkle water on the baby's butt. The water will flow down naturally, taking the dirt away with it.

This cleaning method is very suitable for babies, both boys and girls. Please note that when carrying water, the girl's external genitalia must be protected to avoid genital infection in the baby.

The third posture recommendation: squatting to wash

The baby is already able to sit or squat, and at this time, parents can use this method to help clean the baby's butt. For babies, at this time, they can squat to play. During this process, it is easy for parents to clean their buttocks because the baby's legs are separated. Clean the baby's front first, then start cleaning the back of the baby's butt, especially around the anus.

This position is more suitable for older babies. Please note that, especially when a baby girl is being cleaned in this position, you must not let the baby sit on the ground. Otherwise, because there will be water on the buttocks and the dirt on the ground will be stuck to it, it will easily enter the baby's urethra and cause infection.

Note:

Every time the baby's butt is cleaned, parents should carefully check the baby's external genitalia to see if there are any injuries. Especially the vulva and around the anus. If there is redness or inflammation, it is best to see a doctor for examination and not to take any medication on your own.