Advantages and Disadvantages of Open Plan Offices
When choosing how to plan the office, you are faced with the decision of an open plan or separate offices. This is a difficult decision for many, and there are advantages and disadvantages of both. Here are some of the most important advantages and disadvantages of open plan offices.
Open plan offices are more economical. You are able to provide more work spaces and place more employees in an office. Studies have been done to show that the cubicle type working area does not affect productivity as of yet, and estimate that the cubicle area could even be up to 21% smaller without affecting productivity. With a closed plan office, the amount of work spaces and employees is less.
Communication is obviously easier between work stations and departments. There is no time wasted between offices because everyone is in the same area. While this advantage wouldn't make a huge difference in the well being of a company, it might save employees some frustration during the course of their day. When employees work in a closed office space, they can run themselves mindless with small tasks that are unnecessary in an open plan office.
Things are easier for the supervisors, as everyone is in a centralized area. There is no need to track someone down from office to office.
Normally, with an open office plan, managers and senior managers are in constant contact with the staff. While running through to deal with one thing, managers and senior managers can deal with any other issues or employees. This makes handling issues and problems go much faster. With the employees being in constant contact with managers and senior managers, they are able to reach management more quickly and deal with issues. This means that issues get resolved faster, and this leads to more productivity.
Open space offices are more economical when it comes to money that is put out for air conditioning and electricity. One centralized area is being heated, or cooled, and lighted. This is opposed to several different rooms, each having to be heated or cooled separately. This means that the company saves money.
If the layout of the office needs to be changed, it can be done quickly and with minimal effort. If a closed plan office layout needs to be changed, serious issues can arise the way they never will with open office plans.
Open space offices are noisier and can be more chaotic than closed plan offices. Employees are in one large area, and phone conversations or conversations between employees will be overheard easily. When there are several conversations happening at one time, it can get quite noisy. This can lead to employees becoming distracted which may lessen productivity.
People passing to and fro can also cause distraction of employees. In a closed office plan, disturbances like this wouldn't happen as much.
In an open office space, security is reduced. Each employee lacks a lockable door like they would have if each one had a separate office. This can lead to risks and issues that the company may not want to face.
Privacy is difficult to obtain with an open office plan. If family members call, or if a confidential call needs to be made, it can be difficult. With individual offices, these things are more possible. Employees may feel uncomfortable being in such close quarters with their coworkers when confidential calls need to be made.
Sicknesses and infections can spread like wildfire in an environment like an open office plan. When flu season hits, you can bet that most employees will catch it.
Lighting, heating, and air conditioning to suit all of the employees' tastes can be difficult to achieve. With a closed office plan, employees are able to keep their individual offices the way they like them.
Senior staff or employees which have been with the company longer than most will most likely feel as if they are entitled to a private office. This can cause problems among the employees, which can damage productivity and employee relationships.
There are advantages and disadvantages to an open office plan, and normally the risks need to be assessed and the pros and cons weighed against each other before a decision is made. However, with a closed office plan and an open office plan, you will find supporters and people who are against both. ：
2012年8月30日星期四
2012年8月29日星期三
The Debate Team
The Debate Team
I say to each their own. I personaly wouldn't want to be with anyone that was more than 10 years older than me and 5 years younger than me (I'm 27 years old) at this age. But, my grandmother and (step) grandfather had 16 years between them and they were happily married for 24 years. She was 40 and he was 24 when they got married. The hard part was as she got older and had more health problems, he had to do a lot on his own. all the housework, finances, worked, took care of her, etc. and he couldn't do a lot of the things he enjoyed.ÂIt was rough, he was only in his 40's taking care of his wife as she died. If you have any concerns about your own health or the health of your child, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Please review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use before using this site. HotNews0829：
I say to each their own. I personaly wouldn't want to be with anyone that was more than 10 years older than me and 5 years younger than me (I'm 27 years old) at this age. But, my grandmother and (step) grandfather had 16 years between them and they were happily married for 24 years. She was 40 and he was 24 when they got married. The hard part was as she got older and had more health problems, he had to do a lot on his own. all the housework, finances, worked, took care of her, etc. and he couldn't do a lot of the things he enjoyed.ÂIt was rough, he was only in his 40's taking care of his wife as she died. If you have any concerns about your own health or the health of your child, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Please review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use before using this site. HotNews0829：
you should also feature your own. Here are 4 reasons why you should write some of your own articles
Self Publish your own articles
I shouldn't have to write articles. I can get all the good content I want from my affiliate programs."That's usually true, but more often than not your visitors are after unique content. Writing your own articles can often be the most powerful marketing weapon you use. Believe it or not, your visitors actually want to read what you have to say at your site, not what other people have to say. They are looking for independent content that perhaps supports or refutes something they read on another site. Besides, they may have already read all the articles written by other people you feature at your site elsewhere on the internet. While it is perfectly reasonable and beneficial to feature "other peoples articles" at your site, you should also feature your own. Here are 4 reasons why you should write some of your own articles:1. It is unique content that distinguishes you from about 90% of all other affiliates. That's the percentage of affiliates not writing articles!2. People need content. For their web site or for their newsletter people are always in constant need for new, fresh content. This means articles that you write can be featured on other people's web sites and in other people's newsletters.
When this happens you get additional visitors back to your site. And these visitors may in turn feature one of your other articles at their site or in their newsletter. Before you know it you are in 50 newsletters and on 100 web sites!3. Visitors will stay at your web site longer because there are lots of articles to read. This gives you additional opportunities at getting more click throughs to your affiliate programs. You could feature links to your affiliate programs on each page you have articles. More affiliate click throughs translate into more commissions. 4. You have given your visitors an instant feeling of trust. If you just featured other people's content then you are just a face in the crowd.
However, when you feature your own content, you immediately 'stand out' and people are more inclined to trust you. If people trust you, then they are more inclined to buy from you. For an affiliate, good content makes a site. Don't just use other people's content. Start featuring your own articles. HotNews0829：
I shouldn't have to write articles. I can get all the good content I want from my affiliate programs."That's usually true, but more often than not your visitors are after unique content. Writing your own articles can often be the most powerful marketing weapon you use. Believe it or not, your visitors actually want to read what you have to say at your site, not what other people have to say. They are looking for independent content that perhaps supports or refutes something they read on another site. Besides, they may have already read all the articles written by other people you feature at your site elsewhere on the internet. While it is perfectly reasonable and beneficial to feature "other peoples articles" at your site, you should also feature your own. Here are 4 reasons why you should write some of your own articles:1. It is unique content that distinguishes you from about 90% of all other affiliates. That's the percentage of affiliates not writing articles!2. People need content. For their web site or for their newsletter people are always in constant need for new, fresh content. This means articles that you write can be featured on other people's web sites and in other people's newsletters.
When this happens you get additional visitors back to your site. And these visitors may in turn feature one of your other articles at their site or in their newsletter. Before you know it you are in 50 newsletters and on 100 web sites!3. Visitors will stay at your web site longer because there are lots of articles to read. This gives you additional opportunities at getting more click throughs to your affiliate programs. You could feature links to your affiliate programs on each page you have articles. More affiliate click throughs translate into more commissions. 4. You have given your visitors an instant feeling of trust. If you just featured other people's content then you are just a face in the crowd.
However, when you feature your own content, you immediately 'stand out' and people are more inclined to trust you. If people trust you, then they are more inclined to buy from you. For an affiliate, good content makes a site. Don't just use other people's content. Start featuring your own articles. HotNews0829：
2012年8月27日星期一
What is a Natal Chart
When Will You Marry
Ever wonder why some women like Liz Taylor marry many times, while others never do? The truth is; some people have more love karma promised in their horoscopes than others. Liz Taylor has a Libra rising and her chart ruler (Venus), is in her house of relationships. Venus is heavily aspected; (conjunct Uranus, trine to Jupiter and the Midheaven and square to Pluto). Add on passionate Mars, (the ruler of her house of marriage) in romantic Pisces (in her 5th house of romance) and you get a of Wine and Roses - type scenario that can rival any soap opera! No matter where your Venus is, what house your ruler is in; you can still discover much about your personal love karma by following some simple astrological rules. For instance; the more planets you have in the 7th house of marriage or 5th house of romance; the more opportunies you have. The rulers of the 5th and 7th house are heavily aspected you will find plenty of opportunities to merge with another. Venus is heavily aspected by Mars is another indication. However if it by square or opposition; expect much friction and trouble. Venus is well aspected by other planets; you can expect good love karma. Venus is sextile or trine Neptune; you may your soul mate in this life time. Yet if it afflicted, you may have a difficult time finding them. Otherwise, you may be duped and swindled in affairs of the heart. Simply because you are only able to see the good in others. It works best if you find a spiritual or artistic mate. With a Venus and Saturn in good aspect, you can find a steady loyal mate. If Venus is in Hard aspect to Saturn; you may put up with another; instead of enjoying them out of a misdirected sense of loyalty. Venus sextile or trine to Pluto; you are destined to become passionate with someone; perhaps powerful? Yet if Venus is afflicted by Pluto you may become involved with someone already taken or married. Otherwise your partner may cheat on you and bring you much heartache. Venus is highly elevated in your 10th house, you may marry well. Your Ascendant ruler is in the 8th house of joint finances and well aspected; you will benefit from your partner. It is an angle of fate; otherwise know as the part of sacred relationships. Once you note the degree of your vertex you may discover important people in your life have their Sun, Moon Replica Louis Vuitton key holder, Venus or Ascendant conjunct yours. You should honor these relationships as they have much to teach or share with you. You may experience a great gravity with them; especially if your vertex conjoins their south node or Ascendant. John Lennon and Yoko Ono had a double whammy Vertex/ Ascendant. I personally feel that solar arc directions are morepowerful. Once you find the rulers of these houses, you will find opportunities come your way when they send or receive solar arc directions. The most common solar arc progressions for marriage are; Venus well aspected to the ascendant or midheaven. Transits, progressions and solar arc directions will be active the year you marry. Both transits and progressed or solar arc Lunar positions will be active in the year you marry. However the converse progressed or solar arc Moon is more frequently shown. Sometimes the progressed or solar arc moon (forward and reversed) will meet your partner progressed or directed moon. Transits to your composite Sun/Moon midpoint will also determine when you will marry. The composite Sun/Moon midpoint will be active; especially if another Sun/Moon midpoint conjuncts yours. Check the progressed or solar arc directed Suns to see if they fall on the composite Sun/Moon midpoint.
What is a Natal Chart?An astrological natal, or birth chart, is a graphic and mathematical representation of the planets in the heavens at the precise moment of your birth. Astrology, if explored from a psychological or scientific level, has nothing to do with belief. It's practical. It has to do with gaining knowledge and doing experiments. One is to identify the strengths and abilities we have which we can capitalize on. HotNews PJMY12XIAOXU0827 ：
Ever wonder why some women like Liz Taylor marry many times, while others never do? The truth is; some people have more love karma promised in their horoscopes than others. Liz Taylor has a Libra rising and her chart ruler (Venus), is in her house of relationships. Venus is heavily aspected; (conjunct Uranus, trine to Jupiter and the Midheaven and square to Pluto). Add on passionate Mars, (the ruler of her house of marriage) in romantic Pisces (in her 5th house of romance) and you get a of Wine and Roses - type scenario that can rival any soap opera! No matter where your Venus is, what house your ruler is in; you can still discover much about your personal love karma by following some simple astrological rules. For instance; the more planets you have in the 7th house of marriage or 5th house of romance; the more opportunies you have. The rulers of the 5th and 7th house are heavily aspected you will find plenty of opportunities to merge with another. Venus is heavily aspected by Mars is another indication. However if it by square or opposition; expect much friction and trouble. Venus is well aspected by other planets; you can expect good love karma. Venus is sextile or trine Neptune; you may your soul mate in this life time. Yet if it afflicted, you may have a difficult time finding them. Otherwise, you may be duped and swindled in affairs of the heart. Simply because you are only able to see the good in others. It works best if you find a spiritual or artistic mate. With a Venus and Saturn in good aspect, you can find a steady loyal mate. If Venus is in Hard aspect to Saturn; you may put up with another; instead of enjoying them out of a misdirected sense of loyalty. Venus sextile or trine to Pluto; you are destined to become passionate with someone; perhaps powerful? Yet if Venus is afflicted by Pluto you may become involved with someone already taken or married. Otherwise your partner may cheat on you and bring you much heartache. Venus is highly elevated in your 10th house, you may marry well. Your Ascendant ruler is in the 8th house of joint finances and well aspected; you will benefit from your partner. It is an angle of fate; otherwise know as the part of sacred relationships. Once you note the degree of your vertex you may discover important people in your life have their Sun, Moon Replica Louis Vuitton key holder, Venus or Ascendant conjunct yours. You should honor these relationships as they have much to teach or share with you. You may experience a great gravity with them; especially if your vertex conjoins their south node or Ascendant. John Lennon and Yoko Ono had a double whammy Vertex/ Ascendant. I personally feel that solar arc directions are morepowerful. Once you find the rulers of these houses, you will find opportunities come your way when they send or receive solar arc directions. The most common solar arc progressions for marriage are; Venus well aspected to the ascendant or midheaven. Transits, progressions and solar arc directions will be active the year you marry. Both transits and progressed or solar arc Lunar positions will be active in the year you marry. However the converse progressed or solar arc Moon is more frequently shown. Sometimes the progressed or solar arc moon (forward and reversed) will meet your partner progressed or directed moon. Transits to your composite Sun/Moon midpoint will also determine when you will marry. The composite Sun/Moon midpoint will be active; especially if another Sun/Moon midpoint conjuncts yours. Check the progressed or solar arc directed Suns to see if they fall on the composite Sun/Moon midpoint.
What is a Natal Chart?An astrological natal, or birth chart, is a graphic and mathematical representation of the planets in the heavens at the precise moment of your birth. Astrology, if explored from a psychological or scientific level, has nothing to do with belief. It's practical. It has to do with gaining knowledge and doing experiments. One is to identify the strengths and abilities we have which we can capitalize on. HotNews PJMY12XIAOXU0827 ：
if you think
Show your feminine side
If you like pink, the feminine colour, then these are one for you. These sets are manufactured by all the major mobile set manufacturers in the market. You can go in for any pink handsets that are so stunning that they keep you enthralled. These amazing sets come with the latest technologies and off course, the beautiful pink color. Coming in a range of designs, you would love to flaunt these Pink phones. They add an aura of feminines to your personality.
These phones come in a host of models with highly affordable price tags. And, if you think, these sets are only beauty, then think twice, as these sets are loaded with high end technologies as well. Their stylish exterior is matched by technology inside.
These Cheap phones boast of the latest features ranging from email to Mobile Web to MP3 players and 5 mega pixel cameras. These phones come with advanced features such as MP3 players. If you are a music junkie, then you can have real fun and enjoy good quality music. Its high quality audio ensures superb and out-of-the-world experience. If you have a passion for photography, then this is for you. They might be offered by the highly reputed networking giants in the market such as Vodafone, Orange, Virgin, O2, Talk Mobile, Three and T-Mobile. The Mobile phone deals from the major vendors might come with host of freebies and incentives. These incentives might include free talk times, free sets and free connections.HotNews PJMY12XIAOXU0827 ：
If you like pink, the feminine colour, then these are one for you. These sets are manufactured by all the major mobile set manufacturers in the market. You can go in for any pink handsets that are so stunning that they keep you enthralled. These amazing sets come with the latest technologies and off course, the beautiful pink color. Coming in a range of designs, you would love to flaunt these Pink phones. They add an aura of feminines to your personality.
These phones come in a host of models with highly affordable price tags. And, if you think, these sets are only beauty, then think twice, as these sets are loaded with high end technologies as well. Their stylish exterior is matched by technology inside.
These Cheap phones boast of the latest features ranging from email to Mobile Web to MP3 players and 5 mega pixel cameras. These phones come with advanced features such as MP3 players. If you are a music junkie, then you can have real fun and enjoy good quality music. Its high quality audio ensures superb and out-of-the-world experience. If you have a passion for photography, then this is for you. They might be offered by the highly reputed networking giants in the market such as Vodafone, Orange, Virgin, O2, Talk Mobile, Three and T-Mobile. The Mobile phone deals from the major vendors might come with host of freebies and incentives. These incentives might include free talk times, free sets and free connections.HotNews PJMY12XIAOXU0827 ：
2012年8月26日星期日
* It does not take much time to download files
Corel Draw Logo Design
The logo, of course, is one of the most important parts of the site design. As it is going to represent the brand identity of business organization, it must be designed with much care and caution. A unique design concept can play a crucial role in this aspect.
Various software used to create unique logo, which will disseminate the message of your organization to target audiences. However, the most popular logo design software is Corel Draw which is preferred by almost every logo designer because of its unique features. The logo can be designed in other programs, but one may have to face some challenges in designing a logo in Photoshop, which is widely used for designing Web sites, but it can create some problems with increasing size. If a person wants to print the logo, it is advisable not to develop it into Photoshop. There are also other reasons why a large part of the logo designers like Corel Draw.
According to the statistical report, Corel Draw is used around for hundreds of millions of users on the basis of the world and we at, logo design India, also using Corel draw for designing purpose. Corel Draw is relatively easy to use, and designers are some additional benefits that other programs cannot offer. For example, a logo designer will be very difficult to increase the size of the logo without disturbing its shape or color. However, in Corel Draw, it's easy. The size of the logo may be increased or decreased in accordance with the requirement not related to quality. While in Photoshop, the designer may have to face problems when you turn on minute changes in the logo in Corel Draw this can be done with Elan and easily. In addition, Corel Draw is not complicated software that claims expert hands to handle it properly. In addition, Corel Draw does not have too many functions that are not required in most cases. If you have a creative bend of mind, and if you have knowledge of Corel Draw, then create a stunning and unique logo is not a farfetched idea more.
Some of the main advantages of Corel Draw are listed below:
* Fully customizable interface and shortcuts that allows a person to change the what else he likes, at his request.
* It is certainly cheaper than other Logo design software packages.
* It does not take much time to download files, and it does not consume much space on your hard drive.
The developers of Corel Draw incorporated some additional features for this software is more user-friendly. Corel Draw software has some flaws, but they are so small and so insignificant that it can be neglected. The main advantage of Corel Draw, you can continue to work with other programs when designing a logo in Corel Draw. You can switch from one document to another document. It is very easy with the help of tabs. Texts, shapes, frames cheap Louis Vuitton Handbags, etc. can be added to the composition in Corel Draw. You can change the command by pressing the menu bar as well. HotNews XIAOXU0825 ：
The logo, of course, is one of the most important parts of the site design. As it is going to represent the brand identity of business organization, it must be designed with much care and caution. A unique design concept can play a crucial role in this aspect.
Various software used to create unique logo, which will disseminate the message of your organization to target audiences. However, the most popular logo design software is Corel Draw which is preferred by almost every logo designer because of its unique features. The logo can be designed in other programs, but one may have to face some challenges in designing a logo in Photoshop, which is widely used for designing Web sites, but it can create some problems with increasing size. If a person wants to print the logo, it is advisable not to develop it into Photoshop. There are also other reasons why a large part of the logo designers like Corel Draw.
According to the statistical report, Corel Draw is used around for hundreds of millions of users on the basis of the world and we at, logo design India, also using Corel draw for designing purpose. Corel Draw is relatively easy to use, and designers are some additional benefits that other programs cannot offer. For example, a logo designer will be very difficult to increase the size of the logo without disturbing its shape or color. However, in Corel Draw, it's easy. The size of the logo may be increased or decreased in accordance with the requirement not related to quality. While in Photoshop, the designer may have to face problems when you turn on minute changes in the logo in Corel Draw this can be done with Elan and easily. In addition, Corel Draw is not complicated software that claims expert hands to handle it properly. In addition, Corel Draw does not have too many functions that are not required in most cases. If you have a creative bend of mind, and if you have knowledge of Corel Draw, then create a stunning and unique logo is not a farfetched idea more.
Some of the main advantages of Corel Draw are listed below:
* Fully customizable interface and shortcuts that allows a person to change the what else he likes, at his request.
* It is certainly cheaper than other Logo design software packages.
* It does not take much time to download files, and it does not consume much space on your hard drive.
The developers of Corel Draw incorporated some additional features for this software is more user-friendly. Corel Draw software has some flaws, but they are so small and so insignificant that it can be neglected. The main advantage of Corel Draw, you can continue to work with other programs when designing a logo in Corel Draw. You can switch from one document to another document. It is very easy with the help of tabs. Texts, shapes, frames cheap Louis Vuitton Handbags, etc. can be added to the composition in Corel Draw. You can change the command by pressing the menu bar as well. HotNews XIAOXU0825 ：
2012年8月25日星期六
as accidents can happen in a split of an eye. If the phone rings or if there is someone at the door
by Li Jin
Everyone loves the scent of a freshly bathed baby! Keeping baby clean not only keeps him healthy and happy but also protects him from infections.
Many new parents are nervous about bathing their new babies because they are afraid they might hurt or drop their baby accidentally. The good news is that babies are really not as fragile as they look!
The trick is to start slow. Once you have captured the basic techniques, you find it getting easier each time. With practice, it becomes not only a breeze but also turns into one of your favourite time of day when you can bond with baby!
Here are some of the most common questions parents have about bathing baby cheap Louis Vuitton Handbags, and tried and tested tips:
1) How soon can I bathe my baby?
Some doctors suggest that babies whose umbilical cords have not fallen off should be sponged instead of being given a bath. However, this need not apply to all babies. Babies can be bathed after birth as long as you can handle it. Just remember to dry the umbilical cord area carefully after every bath to avoid infections.
It helps to be prepared before you start. Remember your baby might catch a cold easily, so do get everything you need laid out in the room before bringing baby into the bathroom, such as diapers or nappies, clean clothes, baby lotion or powder and nappy cream. Turn off the fan or air-conditioner to keep the room draught-free to avoid baby catching a chill.
Fill the baby tub with lukewarm water and a few drops of baby bath. Take off his clothes in the room but leave his diaper on to avoid any peeing 'accidents'. Wrap him up warmly in a towel.
Tuck him under one arm and start by washing his face and head. Put a small dab of baby shampoo on his head and wash his head with your hand or a small wash towel. Then test the water temperature with your wrist or elbow to make sure it's just right.
Remove the towel and baby's diaper. Splash some water on baby's chest first to get him oriented before lowering him completely into the tub of water. Once he is in the water, support the back of his neck with one arm while he kicks around. With the other free hand, wash him gently with a small towel.
Remember to wash behind his ears and between the folds of his chin as these are spots where milk and dribble tend to accumulate. Also open his palms and wash between his fingers as they can accumulate a surprisingly large amount of lint. Wash the eye areas carefully with a corner of the wash towel.
Then lean baby forward on your right arm to wash his back. Give him a quick back rub with the wash towel and rinse the soap off his body. Carefully lift baby and wrap him quickly in the large towel.
Towel baby dry thoroughly especially at the folds of the skin and around the groin area, where there is a tendency for nappy rash to happen. Apply some barrier or nappy cream around the genital area and quickly put on baby's diaper or nappy. Then apply some baby lotion or power over baby and dress him up to keep him fresh-smelling for the rest of the day or night!
5) Should I bathe baby before or after feeding?
Some mothers like to feed their babies before bath-time, which is not advisable as the baby would end to vomit in the bath. It's better to feed baby first thing in the morning, then allow some play or rest time in between before giving baby a bath.
6) How long and how often should I bathe baby?
Babies get cold quickly, so keep bath time short even though your baby looks like he's enjoying every minute kicking and splashing. A quick tip: finish bathing baby before the bath water gets cold (which is about 5 minutes).
Some mums bathe their babies only once every morning, while others like bathing baby twice a day, especially if the weather is hot and your baby perspires a lot. There are no hard and fast rules.
7) Is there anything I should be careful about?
If you're worried that baby will get too slippery to hold, use less baby wash or use the wash towel to grip baby firmly. Also, never leave him alone in the bath or on a changing table even for a few seconds, as accidents can happen in a split of an eye. If the phone rings or if there is someone at the door, wrap baby up and take him along with you.
The most important factor in keeping baby clean is in keeping him dry, as dampness will attract germs and infection. HotNews XIAOXU0825 ：
Everyone loves the scent of a freshly bathed baby! Keeping baby clean not only keeps him healthy and happy but also protects him from infections.
Many new parents are nervous about bathing their new babies because they are afraid they might hurt or drop their baby accidentally. The good news is that babies are really not as fragile as they look!
The trick is to start slow. Once you have captured the basic techniques, you find it getting easier each time. With practice, it becomes not only a breeze but also turns into one of your favourite time of day when you can bond with baby!
Here are some of the most common questions parents have about bathing baby cheap Louis Vuitton Handbags, and tried and tested tips:
1) How soon can I bathe my baby?
Some doctors suggest that babies whose umbilical cords have not fallen off should be sponged instead of being given a bath. However, this need not apply to all babies. Babies can be bathed after birth as long as you can handle it. Just remember to dry the umbilical cord area carefully after every bath to avoid infections.
It helps to be prepared before you start. Remember your baby might catch a cold easily, so do get everything you need laid out in the room before bringing baby into the bathroom, such as diapers or nappies, clean clothes, baby lotion or powder and nappy cream. Turn off the fan or air-conditioner to keep the room draught-free to avoid baby catching a chill.
Fill the baby tub with lukewarm water and a few drops of baby bath. Take off his clothes in the room but leave his diaper on to avoid any peeing 'accidents'. Wrap him up warmly in a towel.
Tuck him under one arm and start by washing his face and head. Put a small dab of baby shampoo on his head and wash his head with your hand or a small wash towel. Then test the water temperature with your wrist or elbow to make sure it's just right.
Remove the towel and baby's diaper. Splash some water on baby's chest first to get him oriented before lowering him completely into the tub of water. Once he is in the water, support the back of his neck with one arm while he kicks around. With the other free hand, wash him gently with a small towel.
Remember to wash behind his ears and between the folds of his chin as these are spots where milk and dribble tend to accumulate. Also open his palms and wash between his fingers as they can accumulate a surprisingly large amount of lint. Wash the eye areas carefully with a corner of the wash towel.
Then lean baby forward on your right arm to wash his back. Give him a quick back rub with the wash towel and rinse the soap off his body. Carefully lift baby and wrap him quickly in the large towel.
Towel baby dry thoroughly especially at the folds of the skin and around the groin area, where there is a tendency for nappy rash to happen. Apply some barrier or nappy cream around the genital area and quickly put on baby's diaper or nappy. Then apply some baby lotion or power over baby and dress him up to keep him fresh-smelling for the rest of the day or night!
5) Should I bathe baby before or after feeding?
Some mothers like to feed their babies before bath-time, which is not advisable as the baby would end to vomit in the bath. It's better to feed baby first thing in the morning, then allow some play or rest time in between before giving baby a bath.
6) How long and how often should I bathe baby?
Babies get cold quickly, so keep bath time short even though your baby looks like he's enjoying every minute kicking and splashing. A quick tip: finish bathing baby before the bath water gets cold (which is about 5 minutes).
Some mums bathe their babies only once every morning, while others like bathing baby twice a day, especially if the weather is hot and your baby perspires a lot. There are no hard and fast rules.
7) Is there anything I should be careful about?
If you're worried that baby will get too slippery to hold, use less baby wash or use the wash towel to grip baby firmly. Also, never leave him alone in the bath or on a changing table even for a few seconds, as accidents can happen in a split of an eye. If the phone rings or if there is someone at the door, wrap baby up and take him along with you.
The most important factor in keeping baby clean is in keeping him dry, as dampness will attract germs and infection. HotNews XIAOXU0825 ：
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