Did you need someone to teach you how to bathe your baby?

Some first time mothers don't have any idea on how to do things so some people (older mothers) make comments they have to teach new mothers how to do things. Yes, bathing a baby can be tricky but no it's not something you can't figure out on your own. It's a great bonding experience as well. Try not to let things get you down, some older mothers, grandma's, aunts and sisters can over step things when they think they are actually trying to help, but they end up hurting feelings to a new mother because the new mother starts to feel as they can't do anything right. Just tell them, you know your new at things but the best way to learn is to try things on your own, and if they would like to be there just in case you have any questions, that's fine, and great. Best wishes!

I'm very glad to hear that your doing everything very nicely. Most new moms are very nervous and precausious. Your not really supposed to emerge the newborn directly into water until the umbilical cord falls off. I dont believe you need someone to TEACH you how to do it, maybe just explain the basics. Good luck. Newborns get big so quick.

good for you! sometimes first time moms are nervous. it is nice that you have family that want to help you. when i had my daughter i was very young and nervous. i bathed her myself and she screamed her head off. i am sure that she sensed my nervousness. if you have been around babies that is probably why you are so comfortable with yours. why don't you let them watch you so they can see that you are capable of doing it yourself. you sound very secure and you listen to your instincts which is going to make you be a great mom!

Congratulations on your daughter! No, no one needs to officially teach you to bathe your child. It sounds as if you have many natural motherly instinct already. Your aunts and cousins are probably anxious and wanting to help with this new addition to your family. My advice would be for you to accept it happily, because there will be a time you would wish for that extra help.

I think they are just excited about the new baby in the family and they want to be envolved. Humor them. It may help you with some of your anxiety's and give you a chance to see someone else do it. You may appreciate the help.

Well, since you already know that the baby is gong to be slippery when bathing, then you should also already know that you will need to hold on tight. That is pretty much about it. Watch out for the umbilical cord and you should be fine. I don't think that you should need someone to teach you how to bathe your baby, but I guess, some would. Just remember, the baby will be slippery and hold on tight!