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I'm used to bathing my 5mnth daughter everyday. how many times should i wash her hair? does bathing hurt her hair?how can i take care of it?
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Over drying: Excessive bathing and hair washing can dry the delicate baby skin, causing rashes. Bathing and washing with a fragrance free soap only when needed should be adequate for an infant.
Answered 9/14/2014
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