✅ How often should you bathe a newborn? 2 to 3 times a week is usually enough for the first few months. On other days, you can do a "top and tail" wash — just clean the face, neck, hands, and diaper area with warm water and a soft cloth. 🛁 Why not daily? Newborn skin is sensitive and prone to dryness. Natural oils on a baby’s skin help protect it. Frequent bathing can strip those oils away. 🧼 When to start regular baths: Once your baby starts crawling, eating solids, or getting messier, you ca