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Bathtime & Grooming
Bath time can be a lot of fun for your little one. But it can also be tough to keep your baby safe while trying to get her clean. Learn how to give baby a bath and safely make bath time a special time.
Best Baby Soaps and Shampoos
When it comes to keeping your baby clean, there's a dizzying array of options to choose from, whether it's baby soaps, shampoos, or body washes. So how do you pick the best one? We've selected 13 top bath products you can feel good about using on your little one. Whether you're looking for an organic wash, a soapless cleanser, or a 2-in-1 product, there's something here for every mom and baby.
Best Baby Bath Toys and Gear
Stock the bathroom with these great tub toys, shampoos, body washes, and more for a safe and happy bathtime.
How to Groom a Baby
Learn the ABCs of grooming your new baby, from manicures and gum cleaning to hair trims and ear cleaning.
From Sponge Baths to Tub Baths: Step-by-Step Tips
Here's what you need to know to keep baby clean, from the first sponge bath to splashing in the big tub.
5 Ways You're Cleaning Your Baby Wrong
From the very first wipedown to the nightly bath, Ari Brown, M.D., founder of 411 Pediatrics and the author of Expecting 411, Baby 411, and Toddler 411, explains what you may be doing wrong.
Should Your Son Be Circumcised?
Circumcision has never been as controversial as it is today. This is what doctors want you to know about the procedure.
Baby's First Haircut
Worried your baby will freak about her first haircut? These snippy strategies will keep her calm.
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.
How to Bathe Twins
Giving two babies a bath can be quite a challenge, but these tips can make bathing twins easier.
This Video of a Baby Getting Her Hair Washed Has the Internet Mesmerized
A simple video is all anyone can talk about online, and in about two seconds, you'll see why.
Baby Physical Growth: Body Hair
Dr. Allan Greene answers the question, Why does my baby have hair on her face and back?
Squeaky Clean: Bath Supplies for Baby
Just add water -- and these cute supplies -- to make bathtime a breeze.
"My Child Hates Baths!"
Should parents force baths on young kids who hate them?
Baby Hygiene
From haircuts to manicures, tips to keep your child looking sharp.
Tips for Buying a Baby Bathtub
Surprisingly, choosing a bathtub isn't always easy. Use these tips to find the one that works best for you and your baby.
6 Tricks for Managing Baby Grooming
Tips on how to successfully perform difficult baby-grooming tasks.
Handle with Care
Even if you've read all the baby books, you'll probably have questions about how to care for your newborn's most sensitive parts. After all, a real, live, squirming infant bears little resemblance to the glossy illustrations! Master the finer points of baby hygiene with these tips.