Baby Bath Time & Bathing Techniques

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How to Give Baby a Bath

Scrub-a-dub-dub, baby's in the tub! Follow our step-by-step guide to make this common bedtime ritual fun for both of you.

Baby Bath Basics

Make your baby's baths fun, safe, and stress-free with our tips.

Day-to-Day Care of Baby's Skin

Your baby's skin is much thinner and more fragile than an adult's, making it more sensitive. Anything from skin-care products to the outdoor elements could cause irritations. Follow these daily guidelines to maintaining Baby's healthy skin.

10 Things to Know About Newborns

Here are a few basics you need to know about your new arrival.

Baby Hair 101

Curly, wispy, wild, peach-fuzzy -- isn't baby hair the best? We uncover the mysteries behind your baby's wacky 'do.

5 Sleep-Through-the-Night Strategies

Tired of your baby staying awake late into the night? Learn how to get him (and you!) a good night's sleep with these baby sleep solutions.

10 Newborn Worries (Not to Fret About)

There are plenty of things to pay attention to after your baby is born. Here are some things you don't need to put on that list.

The Best Remedies for Gas & Reflux

Here's how to ease baby's tummy discomfort when she's having trouble with digestion.

Must-Read Tips for Your First Week with Baby

Around-the-clock feedings. Nursing troubles. No sleep. No problem. We'll help you through the first crazy days.

Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks

Babies don't really need a lot of gear the first few weeks at home. Despite the temptation to buy all the wonderful baby clothes and gadgets available, a few basics are all you and your baby need.

How to Bathe Baby

Everything from sponges to hitting the bathtub, learn the ABCs of bathing your new baby.

Squeaky Clean: Bath Supplies for Baby

Just add water -- and these cute supplies -- to make bathtime a breeze.

Facts and Feelings About Circumcision

Doctors and parents voice their views.

Basic Babyproofing Made Simple

Knowledge is power when it comes to protecting children. It can take just one tidbit of information to prevent an injury or even save a life. Here's a room-by-room babyproofing guide with easy ways to create safe quarters for your child.

Bathing Basics: print out guide

Keep baby clean and safe with this simple step-by-step guide.

Your Newborn: 30 Tips for the First 30 Days

Parent-to-parent advice on feeding, soothing, and more during baby's first days at home.

Baby Bedtime Mistakes to Avoid

Most babies are ready to sleep through the night by 3 to 4 months -- if their parents let them. Learn how these common mom-and-dad errors can turn your baby into a poor sleeper.

The Tragedy of Shaken Baby Syndrome

It doesn't take more than four or five seconds to injure a tiny brain seriously, and as many as 1,400 babies die each year from this devastating form of child abuse. Skipper Lithco was one of them.

Best Bathtime Gear

Stock the bathroom with these great tub toys, shampoos, body washes, and more for a safe and happy bathtime.

12 Things No One Ever Tells You About Babies

Dirty diapers? Yes. Sleepless nights? Of course. A pimply, pointy-headed newborn -- what's up with that? Let us clue you in on the biggest surprises about little babies.