As a new parent, you are flooded with tips and products. The good news: babies need a simple routine. Less is often more, as long as what you use is gentle and supports the skin barrier.
What you do need
- Gentle cleansing: lukewarm water is often enough. Only use a wash emulsion where necessary. A mild bath oil in the bath works great for this. Its most important function is to support the skin barrier.
- Protective balm or diaper cream: for very dry skin, red diaper rash, or as a preventative measure at every diaper change.
- Moisturizer: for dry or flaky skin, for example in the first weeks or months. This can be in the form of a balm, oil, or cream/lotion.
- Soft textiles: cotton clothing and fragrance-free laundry detergent are recommended.
What you can skip (for now)
- Extensive product lines with many steps
- (Strongly) perfumed lotions or oils
- Daily full baths. Two to three times a week is sufficient for many babies. Too many baths dry out the skin quickly and increase the chance of red spots!
Four-step routine
- Cleanse gently with water or a mild bath oil.
- Pat dry, do not rub.
- Apply a thin layer of protective or moisturizing care where the skin needs it.
- Dress in breathable clothing.
When to call the doctor?
In case of severe rash, blisters, fever with skin rash, or if your baby remains very restless after care. Trust your parental intuition.
Qeroha: a gentle start. Together for the first 1000 days.
Our products are developed for the first 1000 days with attention to the vulnerable skin microbiome. Our products contain squalane, a skin-identical ingredient, are fragrance-free, contain no fillers, and are purely developed for what the baby's skin barrier needs during the first 1000 days. Independently certified microbiome-friendly by Kind To Biome™ and dermatologically tested on sensitive skin. Start with a few reliable basics and only expand if the skin requires it.
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