When should you cut your newborn's nails? Did you know that nail plates appear on your fingers as early as the beginning of the second trimester of pregnancy? After that, they gradually form and lengthen, which is why some babies are born with quite long nails. However, midwives and neonatologists recommend that you cut your newborn's nails for the first time no earlier than 2-3 weeks after birth. In most babies, the nail plates are fused to the tips of the fingers, so trying to shorten them can cause injuries and unnecessary pain. A newborn's nails are very fragile and often break in the first weeks, so if you notice that the nail plate has broken off and has a sharp edge, carefully cut it off with baby scissors.
Why do you need to cut your newborn's nails? Trimming your newborn's nails is important not only because of possible scratches. Dirt and microorganisms accumulate under the nails, and their excessive growth can be dangerous for the baby's health. Small children often put their hands in their mouths, which allows viruses and bacteria from their nails to enter their bodies. To prevent this, you should regularly trim the nail plate.
How to cut a newborn's nails? To cut a newborn's nails safely, you need to follow some important hygiene rules and exercise caution. 1) Take care of your hygiene - all actions to care for a newborn should be carried out with clean hands. Regardless of whether you plan to change a diaper, apply cream to your baby's skin or trim his nails, always wash your hands thoroughly first. This will prevent you from transferring dangerous microorganisms to his body. It is also worth disinfecting the scissors - this will help avoid infection if the baby gets injured while cutting his nails. 2) Use rounded scissors for nail care, which significantly reduce the risk of injury when shortening the nail plate. They are also smaller than adult scissors, so they are better for small nails. 3) Choose the best moment. Never cut nails on a restless baby – if the baby pulls away and pulls your hand away, you should first calm him down. The best time to do this is when the baby is sleeping. Most newborns sleep most of the day, and their sleep is quite deep, so you can easily trim your baby’s nails. A sleeping baby will not resist, which will help avoid injuries. 4) Trim the nails using the appropriate technique. Gently press on the tip of the baby’s finger to reveal the protruding part, then cut it. Remember that the newborn’s nails should not be cut too deep, and also do not leave protruding corners on the sides so that the nails do not grow in. Follow the rule – straight on the feet, in a semicircle on the hands.
You should take care of your baby’s health from the first days – this rule also applies to proper nail care.
In this section of the catalog we offer products that will help every mother take care of her baby’s nails.
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When should you cut your newborn's nails? Did you know that nail plates appear on your fingers as early as the beginning of the second trimester of pregnancy? After that, they gradually form and lengthen, which is why some babies are born with quite long
