How to Cut Baby's Nails Drama-Free?

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            Some mothers sometimes feel afraid or reluctant to cut their babies' nails, especially those that are just born. The reason is, afraid that this will hurt the nails or the baby's skin which is still very sensitive.

            If the baby's nails are long enough, inevitably the mother needs to cut them. The reason is, baby nails that are too long can injure the skin when they scratch or claw them.

            Actually, how to cut baby's nails is not as difficult or as scary as you imagine. Of course, cutting baby's nails must be done carefully. If you 'miss' or cut your nails too deep, you can injure your fingertips.


So, how do you cut baby's nails to be drama-free?

1. Nail Files

Basically, it's important to keep baby's nails clean and tidy. Newborn babies cannot control their hand movements. Well, they might injure their facial skin when they scratch with their long fingernails.

If you are still worried about cutting your baby's nails, you can use a nail file. According to the National Institutes of Health, use a nail file or emery board to shorten and smooth baby's nails. You could say this method is the safest.

2.Use Special Nail Clippers

How to cut baby nails must use special baby nail clippers. Never use adult size nail clippers to cut baby nails. Be careful, instead of cutting the baby's nails, the mother can cut the tips of the baby's fingers or toes when using this type of nail clippers.

3. Do it in pairs

Some parents sometimes find it easier to cut their baby's nails in pairs. That is, one person holds the baby so that the Little One does not squirm, and the other is in charge of cutting his nails. In this way, cutting baby's nails will be easier and safer.

4. Pay attention to the position and light

How to cut baby nails must also pay attention to its position. Find a good position that allows easy access to your baby's hands.

For example, placing the baby on the mother's lap, sitting with her in a rocking chair, or waiting for the baby to fall asleep or after bathing her. Also make sure that the mother is in an area with good lighting, so that the mother can cut her nails clearly.

5. Cut Nails with the Right Technique

Before cutting baby's nails, of course, mothers must learn the right technique or how to cut baby's nails. Well, here's the technique:

  • Use a firm grip to hold baby's hand so he doesn't jerk it when you cut his nails.
  • Hold the baby's finger (nail on the finger that will be cut) with the mother's thumb and forefinger.
  • Use the mother's index finger to push or press down on the skin under the nails, so that it is easier for the mother to cut her nails.
  • Cut baby's nails following the natural curve of the nails.