What care for an 18-month-old baby?

Bath time is generally a moment that babies enjoy. They splash, paddle in the water, play… However, some children dislike water or do not enjoy certain moments during the bath. Rinsing the shampoo is often the culprit, with foam running into their eyes and water on their face. What can you do? The best solution is to shorten bath time and buy a bath visor, so the child can be rinsed without getting foam in their eyes.

Daily hygiene for an 18-month-old baby
Baby care at 18 months is the same as at the very beginning of their life. It is important to use a body wash gel, applying it from the cleanest to the dirtiest areas. From 18 months, the child begins potty training. If there is a small accident, a full bath is not always necessary and a quick wash with a washcloth may be enough. It is essential that the child does not associate bath time with their potty training attempts.

Shampooing is almost mandatory every day, as the child will get their hair wet during the bath. You can continue to use a body and hair wash gel or start with a children’s shampoo that does not sting the eyes and has a detangling effect. Remember to use only a small amount on the hair to avoid difficulties when rinsing.

Caring for atopic skin
Nearly 25% of children are affected by atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by dry patches, redness, eczema, or even scabs. The reasons are multiple: heredity, allergies, sensitive skin, and especially excessive hygiene. It is therefore important to use gentle, pH-neutral, hypoallergenic products, without parabens, phenoxyethanol, or alcohol.

The advice for children with atopic skin is not to let the skin soak in bath water but rather to give a quick shower. If the child has itching that prevents them from sleeping, it is essential to consult a doctor for a prescription of corticosteroids, which soothe the skin.

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