Your Pregnancy

WINTER SKIN

Your baby's skin is very delicate. It is far more sensitive and vulnerable than your own. Your baby's skin is critical to regulating body temperature, preventing dehydration and protecting against infection. However, during winter, with heaters drying out the air around you, your baby's skin can also dry out. Being outdoors and exposed to cold winds during this time easily robs tender skin of moisture and elasticity. This is why it's important to take extra

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