It is very important to perform intimate hygiene for girls correctly, and in the right direction, from front to back, in order to avoid the emergence of infections, as the anus is very close to the baby’s genitals.
Furthermore, it is also very important to change the diaper several times a day, to prevent the accumulation of urine and feces which, in addition to causing infections, can also irritate the baby’s skin.
How to clean a girl when changing her diaper
To clean a girl when changing her diaper, use a piece of cotton dipped in warm water and clean the intimate area in the following order:
- Clean the labia majora from front to back, in a single movement, as shown in the image;
- Clean the labia minora from front to back with a new piece of cotton;
- Never clean the inside of the vagina;
- Dry the intimate area with a soft cloth diaper;
- Apply a cream to prevent diaper rash.
The front-to-back movement that must be done when changing the diaper prevents any remains of feces from coming into contact with the vagina or urethra, preventing possible vaginal or urinary infections. The pieces of cotton used to clean the intimate area should only be used once, throwing it in the trash afterwards, always using a new piece on a new pass.
See also how boys’ genitals are cleaned.
When to use diaper rash cream
Daily cleaning of the girl’s intimate area must be done gently to avoid hurting the baby and to avoid diaper rash, and it is important to always apply a protective cream to prevent diaper rash from developing in the folds area.
In the presence of diaper rash, it is possible to notice redness, heat and bumps on the baby’s skin that is in contact with the diaper, such as the buttocks, genitals, groin, upper part of the thighs or lower part of the abdomen. To treat this problem, you can apply a healing ointment, with zinc oxide and an antifungal, such as nystatin or miconazole in the composition,
Learn how to identify and care for diaper rash in your baby.
How to clean a girl after potty training
After potty training, hygiene is very similar to what is done when the baby uses a diaper. The child must be instructed by their parents to clean themselves, always from front to back, with cotton or toilet paper, always being careful not to leave any piece of toilet paper stuck to their genitals.
After making coconut, the ideal is to wash the intimate area with running water.
