Mother Says Newborn 'Won't Get His First Bath for Many More Weeks' Because Of Health Reasons

May 28, 2022 by apost team

Social media platforms have changed the way we are able to communicate and receive all types of information. Between Facebook, Instagram, Google, and now the powerhouse platform, Tiktok— people have access to information at their fingertips. The new app, Tiktok, which was created in September of 2016, has taken the internet by storm. The platform and app allows users to create, edit, and post video content. The platform encourages creatives to find their niche content and beyond. 

For one woman in Washington, TikTok gave her a platform and outlet to share her journey of motherhood. Shahnta Hoare from Silverdale, Washington, is a mom to four boys. The mom has created a niche platform for moms and their postpartum experiences. Recently having her fourth baby, Ozzy, she shared how she would be switching up his care routine compared to her other three children. Hoare documented that she would not be bathing her newborn for quite some time. Her reasoning? She wants to keep her baby's skin in tip-top shape. 

When a baby is born, a substance called vernix is covering their skin or deep in their skin folds. This substance is a protective coating that forms on a baby's skin in utero. The substance is known to be thick and greasy, full of fatty acids and proteins that act as nourishment to the baby's skin and overall health. It can be beneficial to a baby's gut bacteria, as well as fight off bad bacteria. 

After Hoare announced she would be leaving this substance on her newborn son for as long as possible post-birth, the internet was up in arms. While some followers and users found this to be unhealthy or unsanitary, other mothers said they have also done this exact same thing. 

"He didn't get wiped and he won't get his first bath for like many more weeks," Hoare shared on her Tiktok. 

"We actually don't give baths for like the first month. Jackson had his in the hospital, I didn't advocate for myself and unfortunately, the twins and Jackson got wiped off. But Ozzy did not get wiped of anything," the mom shared with her followers. 

"I know this may be gross to some but when it's your own baby you're like 'this stuff is so good,'" she admitted. 

Internet users had many things to say about her choice to keep her newborn baby unbathed for the first few weeks of his life. 

"I couldn't imagine anything worse…," one TikTok user commented. Another person agreed with that sentiment. "I do not understand some mothers," another internet user said. 

However, this mom of four said she believed it to be great for her baby's overall skin and health. 

"Vernix is actually really good to keep on their skin, it's actually super super moisturising - it's almost a little oily. He had it in his neck creases, his ears, fingers, toes - it's the best," Hoare shared. 

Many internet users agreed with Hoare too. 

"Some of you fail to realise that vernix was put there for a reason. Our babies are born with it because it is an added layer of protection," one Tiktok user said. Another person said, "I swear! The smell is insane. I was addicted to it. Didn't bathe my babies until they were all a month old."

Hoare's video has over 10 million views on Tiktok and has nearly one million likes. Over 4,000 comments can be seen on her video post too.

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