If you’re a first time mum-to-be who has begun swapping the furniture around, and are continuously changing your mind on the colour of the walls to the décor in the lounge, then you will be in full swing of the nesting phase.
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However, new born babies are at risk, as pregnant women prioritise organizing the home, rather than making it hygienically clean.
Experts are recommending we hype up the hygiene and get homes baby ready, as a new study reveals that new born babies are at risk from modern mums’ changing their nesting instinct priorities.
It appears that the nesting instinct of mums-to-be has changed dramatically over the ages. The study also found that ensuring the home is organized and all projects are completed is more of a priority than cleaning behaviours related to sanitation and bacteria avoidance, in the lead up to birth.
As a baby’s immune system only begins to produce its own antibodies at two to three months old, hygiene expert Dr. Lisa Ackerley gives her advice: “It is important to take extra precautions before bringing a new born home to ensure maximum protection from the bacteria and viruses that exist around the home."
Dr. Lisa Ackerley provides tips on how to get your home baby ready:
Changing Mats
Before changing a baby’s nappy ensure that the mat is as free from bacteria as possible by using Dettol Anti-bacterial Cleansing Surface Wipes that kill 99.9% of bacteria. After each nappy change don’t be tempted to use baby wipes to clean the mat - instead use an anti-bacterial wipe to remove harmful bacteria.
Cots
Ensure bedding is hygienically clean by using new Dettol Anti-bacterial Laundry Cleanser, an additive which is proven to kill 99.9% of bacteria on rinse cycle temperatures as low as 15°C. Available in Fresh Cotton and Soothing Lavender light fragrances, it is dermatologically tested and ideal for children’s blankets, clothes, bedding, underwear and towels.
Surfaces
While a new baby won’t necessarily touch surfaces, it is important to ensure that any surfaces where bottles are prepared are hygienically clean. Use Dettol Anti-bacterial Surface Cleanser Spray that kills 99.9% of bacteria on surfaces.
Hands
Washing hands before and after handling a baby and before preparing baby bottles is essential. Use Dettol with E45 Softness, a dual-action solution that defends your skin from 99.9% of bacteria whilst providing increased moisture at every wash.
For more information on getting homes baby ready, visit www.dettol.co.uk/your-family-healthy-babies