Compléter Newborn Fill in the BlankVersion en ligne Fill in the blanks par Savannah Rowley 1 circumcision support umbilical supplies tub sponge temperature cord There are two types of baths for newborns , tub and sponge . A bath is when the newborn is laying down on a flat surface and a sponge or washcloth is used to get them clean . A bath is when a type of basin is used to hold the baby and the water . They are then wiped down using a washcloth . The two reasons a sponge bath would be used are because of healing - which can take 1 - 4 weeks - and / or healing - which can take 1 - 2 weeks . Room and water are important to check when giving them a bath . You should always gather before giving your baby a bath . Always your baby's head .