First bath: a calm, safe routine
Short answer: Never leave your baby alone in the bath, even for a second. Use warm, not hot, water, running the cold first, and check it with your wrist or elbow.
Step by step
- Warm room, everything ready.
- Keep your baby's head clear of the water.
What the guidance says
- Never leave your baby alone in the bath, even for a second. The water should be warm, not hot: run the cold first, then check it with your wrist or elbow.
- The NHS notes that RoSPA recommends not using baby bath seats.
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Sources
- NHS: Washing and bathing your baby (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.