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Some babies are wigglers, some go totally limp, and others kick or cry. When dressing your baby, one thing to remember
is that it is not interesting to your child and the quicker it is over the better. It may seem difficult at first and you
may feel that you will hurt them and that you should leave it to your partner, don't do it your self after a few attempts
you will dress them like an old pro, here are a few tips that might give you a better chance
Tips for a quick change of clothes
- Set out your baby's clothes on the changing table or bed before you start. as you can never leave your baby unattended
on a changing table or bed, even if they have never rolled over before you can bet the second you leave them they will learn.
- Choose clothes that are easy to put on, those that have large head openings and are made of stretchy fabrics.
- Stretch the clothes, not the baby. Stretch the neck opening in the garment before you try to place it over your baby's
head. Put a shirt on your baby by stretching the neck opening over the back of her head first, and then down over her face.
Reach into sleeves and pull their hands through rather than pushing their arms through. And be careful not to bend their fingers
and toes the wrong way. Remove the shirt by gently taking their arms out one at a time and then lifting the shirt over their
face.
- Don't overdress them, Babies can become overheated if they wear too much clothing. A good rule of thumb is to dress your
baby in the same number of clothes that you are wearing plus one extra thin layer.
When you have practiced dressing a few times you can dress them in things which include zips, pull the opening away from
their body when you move the zip up or down to avoid catching there skin. Be especially careful near the folds of skin around
the neck and chin.
Most of all have some fun ! Sing songs, make funny noises, talk to your baby, and maintain eye contact while you slip
them into something clean and dry. It may not seem like much at the time, but every little interaction between you and your
baby contributes to their growth and development and time for you to bond with each other .
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