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: You don't need to bathe a newborn every day; washing their face, hands, and bottom ("topping and tailing") with warm water is often sufficient.

: For the first 6–8 weeks, always cradle the baby's head and neck, as they have little muscle control. A baby

: Offer breast or bottle every 2–3 hours. Newborns should be woken to feed if they sleep longer than 4 hours in the first few weeks. : You don't need to bathe a newborn

: Always place babies on their back on a firm, flat mattress with no blankets, pillows, or stuffed animals to prevent SIDS. Daily Care Basics Newborns should be woken to feed if they

: Use tummy time (1–2 minutes initially) while the baby is awake and supervised to build neck and upper body strength. A Guide for First-Time Parents | Nemours KidsHealth