This post has been sponsored by Burt’s Bees. All thoughts are opinions are my own.
As a second-time Mom, I feel like I’m re-learning parenting all over again. No baby is the same, and my two girls are definitely proof of this. For our 9 month old, it’s imperative that we have a full bedtime routine for her to have good sleep throughout the night. We can definitely tell when we rush or skip her routine.
Bedtime Routine for Baby
For us, there are four parts to our baby’s bedtime routine:
- Warm bath with Burt’s Bees Baby® Foaming Shampoo & Wash
- Lotion Lather with Burt’s Bees Baby® Ultra Gentle Lotion
- Snuggly 100% Cotton Sleeper
- Read a book
Reading to Baby
First, I want to talk about the last step of the evening. A lot of people think babies don’t need to be read to because they’re so young. I know, from my oldest daughter, that reading at a young age instills a love of reading. Reading to your baby will significantly improve their vocabulary and encourage speaking at an earlier age. Plus, that bonding one-on-one time is so important—especially when you have other children.
Warm Bath for Baby
We have been struggling with our baby’s sensitive skin since birth. She has eczema and without ever having to deal with it before it took a lot of trial and error to get her itchy skin in check. One thing that keeps her skin happy is a warm bath every other night (every night strips her of too many natural oils). With the Foaming Shampoo & Wash being truly fragrance-free it’s gentle cleansing is perfect for her hair and body. It is an easy pump for a Mom who may be juggling a slippery babe and never stings her eyes. The bath helps her skin be prepped for the next step which I think of as the moisture seal to keep the eczema at bay. TIP: You can earn up to $1.50 cash back on Burt’s Bees Baby® Sensitive products with the Free Ibotta® app.
Soothing Lotion for Baby
Once baby has been calmed down from the warm bath and her skin is still soft from the bath, lather on the Ultra Gentle Lotion all over. I will put a little extra on the problem areas so it’s a little thicker before putting on her outfit to make sure she has plenty in those spots. Both of these amazing Burt’s Bees products have the National Eczema Association seal of acceptance and now mine as well. I’m so picky about what chemicals I put on my kids and am so happy to have found these brand new products. Even better, I can easily grab them from Walmart when we go grocery shopping!
Snuggly Sleeper for Baby
Like most of us, our baby sleeps best when she’s comfy. For our house, this means a sleeper because we do not use a blanket in her crib. There are numerous reasons why I’m loving the Burts Bees footed pajamas but here are a few (not to mention, they’re super cute!):
-Elastic ankles to keep footies in place
-Non-slip “bee grip” on all sizes for extra stability
-Diagonal zip front for easy diaper changes
-Zipper guard, zipper garage, and snap tab at neck to protect delicate skin
-The purest layer™: 100% organic, GOTS certified, breathable cotton – great for sensitive skin and to prevent overheating
Next time you’re picking up your baby food at Walmart, check the baby section for the Foaming Shampoo & Wash and Ultra Gentle Lotion. I can’t speak for every baby in the world but I can say that I really wish we would have started our eczema journey here with Burt’s Bees Baby. I’m so happy we’ve found something that can keep our baby sleep soundly throughout the night. When used as a regimen, Burt’s Bees Baby® Sensitive Wash and Lotion help baby rest peacefully and improve quality of life by reducing dry skin that may cause irritation.
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