Optimal Bath Water Temperature for Babies: A Guide

Question
HOW HOT SHOULD WATER BE WHEN GIVING A BATH

Answer
Hello D. You should dip your elbow into the water before placing baby in the water. The water should feel warm to your elbow, but not hot or cool. Try keeping baby wrapped in a receiving blanket when lowering into the water and slowly open up the blanket once baby is in the water. They don't like the feeling of having their arms and legs loose and "flapping about". Hope that helps- Cheri. PS- do NOT feel that your baby MUST be bathed every day- a daily wash of face(clear water) and bottom is all that is needed- a full bath every 3-4 days is just fine. Cheri.