Babies are
often born with long nails that will need attention immediately. This task can be a little daunting for new
mothers but not trimming his or her nails will be the biggest mistake you can
make. Because a baby lack muscle control
they often move their hands and feet without any coordination which can result in them scratching their delicate skin so to avoid this from happening keep nails short. Make sure to purchase a baby grooming kit
which usually includes a scissor, nail clip and nail file because most babies will need to have their nails trim a least once a week. Don’t use adult nail tools. If you find that using a nail clipper is
difficult then I suggest using an emery board for the first three months. If you chose to use a nail clipper follow
the safety tips listed in this article and you should be fine.
Baby’s respond to your mood so make sure you are relax and calm before starting the process. Find the right time and a comfortable position
in an area with good lighting to trim your baby’s nails. If your baby is fussy then I suggest cutting
it after a feeding or while they are asleep. Clipping a baby’s nail can be tricky so take babies hand in yours and
check to see were the baby’s skin stops; this will prevent you from cutting too
close which can be very painful. Nails should be cut short
and edges rounded instead of jagged. Use
emery board to accomplish this. NEVER bite your baby’s because of the
risk of infection or spreading germs.
If your baby is fussy or fidgeting and you
accidentally nick or cut, treat the wound quickly by applying pressure with a
sterile pad until the bleeding stops. If
necessary treat with antibiotic ointment and bandage. Cover bandaged hand with a
mitten until you remove the bandage so that your baby doesn’t accidentally
choke on it.
