Rain, rain, rain — it freshens the air and soothes the heart, but Granny Ben knows that raising a little one through the rainy season can leave many new mums more than a little anxious. You worry about your baby falling ill, and about the skin troubles that follow from dampness trapped under the fabric. That is no good at all, so today Granny Ben would like to share some lovely tricks for caring for your baby during the rainy season.
1. Bathe right away if caught in the rain It is well known that rain is one of the leading causes of colds. Granny Ben is sure every mum already does everything she can to keep the rain off her little one — but if the unexpected happens and your baby does get caught in the rain, give them a warm bath straight away.
2. Apply a gentle lotion made for baby skin A gentle, fragrance-free lotion helps protect and nourish the skin, keeping it from drying out and cracking, which can otherwise lead to irritation.
3. Feed your baby breast milk Newborns still have an immature immune system, so breast milk is like a baby's first drop of vaccine — rich in the antibodies that help build up your little one's immunity. Breastfeeding from birth is essential for a baby to grow up strong and healthy. What's more, holding your baby close to your chest strengthens the bond between mother and child, so mums should look after their own health to keep up a milk supply that meets their baby's needs.
4. Keep your baby warm in both body and heart The rainy season is like a transition between seasons, and research shows it can affect our state of mind. As the body adjusts to unfamiliar weather, combined with the gloom, it can bring discomfort to both body and spirit. So if the family spends this time talking together more often, or sharing more hugs, it helps lift everyone’s spirits and brings you closer together.
5. Choose a diaper that stays dry and breathes well In weather like this, mums shouldn't let a baby's skin stay damp in a diaper for long. Change diapers regularly, choose one that breathes well, then clean your baby's skin thoroughly to protect their bottom from diaper rash — or let their skin get some air on days when you're staying in.
Granny Ben's diapers are made from natural Tencel fibre, which breathes beautifully and both absorbs and disperses moisture, so they dry faster than other natural fibres. Because moisture dries away quickly, germs struggle to grow under the fabric — which is where their Anti-Bacteria quality comes from too. And besides breathing well, they're as soft and tender as a cloud, so they'll never irritate your little one's delicate skin.
Wishing you good health in both body and heart this rainy season.