Features of hygiene of a newborn boy

The structure of the external genitalia of the newborndiffer from the physiology of an adult. For a child, congenital phimosis is normal, when the foreskin completely covers the head. This is a natural protection of the tender body and parents need to carefully take hygienic procedures.It is important to know in advance how to wash properlyboy Photo: Getty In boys, the foreskin remains fixed and inelastic until 3-5 years. This is absolutely normal. Do not try to artificially stir the skin and open the head. Under the foreskin is produced smegma - a special lubricant, it has a pronounced antibacterial and disinfecting effect. It can not be washed off, especially washed with oil, cotton buds or gauze. This will not only cause discomfort to your son, but is also fraught with inflammation. During hygienic procedures gently wash with warm water the external genitals and gently, without rubbing, dry them with a towel.

My newborn: instruction for parents

You can start bathing a newborn sonalmost immediately after returning from the maternity hospital. Some pediatricians recommend waiting until the umbilical cord is healed. Precise advice will be given by the local doctor. How to wash the baby:

Put a little warm water into the baby bath, the temperature should be 35-36 ° C. You can add a decoction of chamomile or alternating.

Lower the naked child into the water, hold the head, neck and shoulders with one hand.

With your free hand, gently rub the handles of the legs and trunk, you can take a special sponge or cotton pads.

Anus, genitals and groin folds should be washed after each bowel movement.

Wipe the washed child and leave it for a little while.lie down without clothes. This is useful for strengthening immunity and for the future of strong masculine health. In order for your son to grow up a healthy man, it is important to conduct hygienic procedures competently from infancy. Read also:

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