What are the methods of taking care of a baby girl's private parts?

Babies' bodies are relatively fragile and their skin is relatively sensitive, especially in the hot summer, when their skin is more prone to prickly heat. At the same time, the baby's private parts also need care. There are different care methods for baby boys and baby girls. Here we will introduce the care methods for baby girls' private parts.

A girl's vagina is an external reproductive organ and also has an excretory function. Its upper end is connected to the uterus and fallopian tube and goes directly to the abdominal cavity, while the lower end is directly connected to the outside world; the opening of the vagina has the urethra in front and the anus in the back, so it also serves as an excretion outlet. The labia minora on both sides of the vagina are often closed, and the front and back walls of the vagina are tightly attached together, forming a natural defense barrier with unique defense structure and function both anatomically and physiologically.

The vagina itself has a self-cleaning ability. This is because the vaginal epithelial cells are rich in glycogen. This glycogen is decomposed by the vaginal bacteria that parasitize in the vagina to produce lactic acid. Lactic acid creates an acidic environment in the vagina, which can prevent the reproduction of many pathogenic bacteria. However, the vagina is always hidden in the darkness created by underwear or diapers, and is easily contaminated by liquid and residues left over from urine and feces, so it is obviously not enough for a baby girl's genitals to rely solely on self-cleaning.

Tips for cleaning your baby girl

Step 1: When cleaning a girl's genitals, pay attention to the order and clean from top to bottom and from front to back. Just use a soft towel to gently clean the outer vaginal opening. Never wash the inside, as this may damage the delicate skin of the vagina. After washing, wipe dry the water in time to keep the vagina clean and fresh at all times.

Step 2: Use a wet towel to slowly wipe away the dirt around the labia minora. Wipe clean even after urinating. You can fold the towel into a long thin strip and then slide it in the groove of the labia minora to wipe it. You can also use a cotton swab bought in the supermarket, dip it in water and wipe it gently.

Step 3: Dirt is also easily stuck in the gap between the thighs. The mother can use one hand to open the gap, and then gently wipe it with the other hand. Wait until the baby's bottom is completely dry before putting on the diaper.

The above are the methods for caring for a baby girl’s private parts. During the cleaning process, you need to master many skills to avoid bacterial infection of the private parts, especially in the hot summer, when bacteria multiply more frequently and more violently. Therefore, it is necessary to bathe and change clothes frequently. Finally, I hope every baby can have a healthy body.