Which bath routine for an 8-month-old baby?

At 8 months, a baby's skin is fragile due to its extreme thinness. It is important to protect it from external aggressions and to maintain the skin's hydrolipidic film to avoid dryness and uncomfortable tightness. Bath products should be neutral and gentle, properly measured, and thoroughly rinsed every day.

At 8 months, babies move a lot and parents need to stay vigilant. Babies sit up and turn over. Even though using a bath seat or ring can support the baby, these are not safety devices under any circumstances.

Protective and nourishing hygiene care
At 8 months, your baby should have a short bath every evening. Bath time starts with shampooing using a body and hair gel, then washing the body. The gel should have a healthy composition with ingredients of natural origin. Choose large-sized products to save money.

If your baby's skin is dry, a moisturizing body lotion is ideal to nourish the epidermis. A plant-based cold cream complex with olive oil is perfect in winter to create a protective barrier against dry cold.

Bath safety instructions
The number one rule is to never leave your baby alone in the bath, not even for a few seconds. A child can drown in less than 10 seconds—the time it takes to grab a bodysuit, a diaper, or answer the phone.

The water temperature should be 37°C. Above 40°C, the child risks a skin burn. Below 25°C, the child can become hypothermic in just a few minutes. Using a thermometer is essential to check the bath water.

Bath toys should be age-appropriate. At 8 months, toys for children over 6 months are recommended, such as squirters, waterproof foam books, and structures that create water cascades. In the bath as elsewhere, babies tend to put everything in their mouths and drink running water. Small parts can be swallowed.

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