Mavey Jaymes
The Journal
Gentle, practical guides for bath time, diaper changes and everyday skin, from the family behind Mavey Jaymes.
Latest guides
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Cornstarch for Diaper Rash: What Parents Should Know
What cornstarch can and cannot do for diaper rash, what the AAP says about powder of any kind, and a simple diaper-change routine worth repeating.
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10 Gifts for New Parents That Aren't Another Onesie
Ten gifts for new parents that get used in the first bleary weeks, from bath-time sets to postpartum care, with no onesies in sight.
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Cradle Cap vs Dry Skin: How to Tell the Difference
Cradle cap or dry skin? How to read the flakes by colour, texture and grip, where each tends to show up, and the gentle routine each one needs.
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How to Give a Newborn a Sponge Bath, Step by Step
A calm, step-by-step newborn sponge bath: what to set up first, the washing order, keeping baby warm and caring for the cord stump.
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Do Baby Wipes Expire? And What's Actually Inside Them
Why many wipes carry no expiry date, where to find a lot code, how to tell a pack has turned, and a storage routine that keeps wipes fresh.
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When Cradle Cap Starts and How Long It Usually Lasts
When cradle cap usually starts, how long it tends to last, the early signs to look for, and a gentle routine to follow through the phase.
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Using Baby Oil on Cradle Cap: The Gentle Approach
How a little oil softens cradle cap scales before a gentle wash, a step-by-step routine, and what to do when the flakes will not budge.
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Diaper Bag Essentials: The Minimalist Packing List
A ten-item diaper bag list that stays light, what can stay home, and how the kit changes from the newborn weeks to toddlerhood.
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Baby Powder Alternatives: What to Use Instead
Cornstarch, arrowroot, tapioca or a talc-free powder? How the common baby powder alternatives compare, plus a tidy diaper-change routine and answers to common questions.
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How to Do an Oatmeal Bath for a Baby
A step-by-step oatmeal bath for babies and toddlers: how much oatmeal to use, how long to soak, how to keep the tub from getting messy, and what to do right after the bath.
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Is Baby Oil Good for Dry Skin? A Clear Answer
When baby oil helps dry skin, when to pair it with lotion or body butter, and a simple routine for keeping skin soft.
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Best Baby Wipes for Sensitive Skin: 10 Gentle Picks
Ten gentle baby wipes for sensitive skin compared by ingredients, materials and price, including picks for newborns and travel.
