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Your Health Checklist: Bath Safety Tips
Your Health Checklist: Bath Safety TipsGiving your baby a bath can be relaxing–and fun! But keep it safe! Follow this checklist to prevent a waterrelated accident.DO: Gather everything you need before you start. Place it in easy reach. DO: Test the water temperaturebefore putting your child in. Use your wrist or elbow to make sure the water is warm, but not hot. Otherwise, itcould burn your baby’s fragile skin. DO: Keep one hand on your baby at all times, and wash with the other.DO NOT: Take too long to bathe your baby. They may get cold. Place a warm washcloth on their body to keepthem warm. And wrap them in a towel right away when done. DO NOT: Ever leave your baby alone aroundwater…even for an instant. Accidents can happen quickly. Always take your baby with you.Follow this checklist to make bath time safe and enjoyable for both you and your baby!This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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