Than useful daisy for bathing newborns
Chamomile is a medicinal plant,which has many useful properties. It relieves inflammation and irritation on the skin, disinfects from bacteria, accelerates wound healing and has a calming effect. The plant has anti-allergic properties, relieves allergy symptoms and prevents their occurrence.
Chamomile for bathing is brewed in a glass or porcelain container Photo: Getty The benefits of chamomile are determined by its rich composition. It includes:
- vitamins C and B4;
- organic acids;
- essential oil;
- biologically active substances - not less than 12 names;
- polyacetylenes.
Chamazulene is especially valuable for the skin of newborns.which is used in expensive cosmetics. This substance in chamomile cares for the delicate skin of the baby, makes it soft and moisturized. Baths with chamomile decoction relieve newborns from diaper rash and rash, remove redness. After the procedure, the child sleeps better, his appetite improves and immunity increases.
How to brew chamomile for bathing and carry out the procedure
Chamomile baths for newborns can beuse no more than 2 times a week. It is advisable to do this in the evening, 2 feedings before bedtime. The calming properties of the plant will help the child sleep better. To make a chamomile decoction, pour 1 tbsp of the plant in a glass or porcelain container with a glass of boiling water, cover and wait 20-30 minutes. Do not boil chamomile, as it will lose its healing properties. Before the first bath, you should do an allergy test. Apply a couple of drops of the decoction to the skin, if within 2 hours there is no rash, redness or itching, you can proceed to the procedure. Add the strained decoction to a bath with water no more than 37 degrees. It is recommended to bathe a newborn for up to 5 minutes. Do not rinse the skin after the procedure, as the effect of the plant will be stronger. Of all the medicinal herbs for bathing newborns, chamomile is considered the most suitable. It has no side effects, allergic reactions to it occur in only 0.5% of children, but the benefits are immediately visible. With moderate use of the plant, infants' immunity increases, skin problems disappear, the child sleeps and eats well. See also:
