There is vernix on the baby's head

There will be some vernix caseosa on the baby's head right after birth. Faced with this vernix caseosa, many parents don't know what to do. Some people think that this vernix caseosa needs to be cleaned in time, otherwise it may cause some adverse effects. Some people think that this kind of vernix caseosa cannot be washed off. It is the protective layer of the fetus that protects the baby. So below we will introduce in detail what to do if there is vernix caseosa on the baby's head.

The vernix on the baby's head does not need to be cleaned in the first few days after the baby is born. After a period of time, if the vernix does not fall off naturally but forms a thick layer of dandruff over time, parents should help clean the vernix on the baby's head.

Notice:

1. Parents should not deliberately clean the vernix caseosa on the baby's head, because the fontanelle has not closed and the mother can easily hurt the baby's head.

2. If you want to remove dirt from your baby's head, you must wait until the baby's fontanelle closes.

suggestion:

Normally, just use vegetable oil to soften the dandruff when taking a bath, and then gently comb it away with a baby comb. If the mother is worried that the comb is too hard, she can rub it slowly with her hands to soften the dirt, and then rinse it with water. If the dandruff is too thick, it may not be removed in one oil soaking. You can also apply vegetable oil 1-2 times a day until the dandruff is soaked through and then remove it.

How to clean the vernix caseosa on baby's head

1. Before washing, the mother should prepare various cleaning supplies, including baby lotion, baby shampoo (tear-free formula), towel and baby-specific washbasin.

2. Let the baby lie on his back in the mother's arms. The mother holds the baby's body with her left arm and supports the back of the baby's head with her left palm; cover the baby's ears with the left thumb and index finger to prevent bath water from entering the ear canal, and then wash the baby's hair with a wet towel.

3. Gently apply an appropriate amount of baby moisturizing oil on the dandruff and let it soften the dandruff for about a few minutes.

4. Then, soak the baby's head with warm water at 38℃-40℃, wash it with Johnson's baby shampoo, and finally, rinse the hair with warm water.

Notice:

1. Do not use too much moisturizing oil to soften dandruff to avoid it getting into the baby's eyes and ears.

2. If the dandruff cannot be completely removed in one go, repeat the process the next day until it is completely removed.

The role of vernix caseosa in the baby

Because vernix caseosa has a protective effect on the baby, parents should not deliberately clean the vernix caseosa on the baby's head. Vernix caseosa has the following effects on babies:

1. Protect the fetal skin

A thin layer of vernix caseosa on the fetus protects its skin from the infiltration of amniotic fluid. Without this layer of vernix caseosa, the fetus's skin would have already ulcerated. Therefore, the primary function of vernix caseosa is to protect the baby's skin during the fetal period and after birth.

2. Maintain a constant body temperature for newborns

The temperature of the environment is lower after birth, and the body's heat needs to be dissipated to the surroundings, lowering the body temperature. This layer of vernix caseosa reduces the dissipation of body heat and maintains a constant body temperature.

3. Reduce the friction between clothing and skin

When the baby puts on clothes, the vernix caseosa can reduce the friction and irritation of the clothes on the baby's skin and play a lubricating role. If there is too much and thick vernix caseosa, and the vernix caseosa has not disappeared in areas such as the neck, armpits, and groin, the mother can help him remove it. Use sterilized gauze or a medicinal cotton swab dipped in a small amount of vegetable oil, gently soak it, and then wipe it off.