Everyday Hygiene and Care
The everyday routines, from bath time to choosing the right fabrics, explained step by step.
Complete Guide
Newborn Care: A Guide to the First Few Months
From bath time to sleep, from feeding to first toys: here you'll find our practical guides to navigate the first few months with more confidence, with BabyWish always ready to help you build the right baby registry for every stage.
Sleep and Feeding
Sleep and feeding are the two big topics of the first few months: here's what you really need and how to handle them with more calm.
Toys and Development by Age
Every stage has its own right toys: here's how to choose the best ones month by month.
Gear: What You Need and What You Don't
Not everything you see in stores is actually necessary: an honest guide to what to buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start bathing my newborn?
Until the umbilical cord stump falls off, a gentle sponge bath is usually recommended; after that, you can move on to an actual bath in the tub, 2-3 times a week during the first few months.
How much should a newborn sleep in the first few months?
In the first 2-3 months, a newborn sleeps an average of 14-17 hours a day, spread across several stretches between day and night: it's completely normal for there not to be a regular pattern yet.
Which toys are suitable in the first 3 months?
In the first 3 months, the best toys are high-contrast ones, lightweight rattles, and sensory play mats: the goal is to stimulate sight and hearing without overwhelming your baby.
What do you really need for a newborn, and what can you skip?
You really only need a handful of essentials for clothing, sleep, diapering, and feeding; many hyper-specific gadgets (bassinet inserts, shaped pillows, single-use accessories) can be skipped, or added only if they'd genuinely be useful for your baby.