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Slide show: Baby baths
By Mayo Clinic staff
It's bath time!
Baby baths can be fun for parents and babies alike. But sometimes bathing a slippery, squirming baby is tricky — especially if baby's not too keen on the idea. Before you plunge into baby baths, make sure you're comfortable with the basics.
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