Baby care
How to care for your baby after swimming.
The baby's skin is five times thinner than that of an adult. Therefore it needs mild and gentle care. This is very important especially after swimming.
Here are a few tips for correct baby care after swimming:
- Shower your child thoroughly after swimming so that the chlorine is rinsed off the skin
- The head should be washed separately with a washcloth and possibly a mild wash lotion
- Then dry your child well with a soft bath towel
- After bathing many children - especially babies - are very tired and fall asleep quickly.
- Make sure that you give your child enough to drink, as swimming will make them thirsty
- Warm drinks are ideal to re-regulate the body temperature
- Apply a mild care lotion or gentle baby oil to your child's skin
- Ensure that your child is warmly dressed after swimming
- Don't forget a hat, as the most body heat is lost through the head.
