| Do not bathe for at least 6 hours after birth. Only bathe her/him when necessary, and after bathing, thoroughly dry your baby and then dress and keep her/him warm |
| Keep cord stump loosely covered with a clean cloth. Fold diaper and clothes below stump |
| Do not put anything on the stump (dry cord care group only) OR daily chlorhexidine washing with emphases on importance of early and daily wash (chlorhexidine group only) |
| If stump area is soiled, wash with clean water and soap, then dry completely with a clean cloth |
| Wash your hands with soap and water before and after cord care, including the application of chlorhexidine |
| Keep your newborn warm |
| Start breastfeeding within 1 hour of birth |
| During the first 6 months of life, the baby needs nothing more than breast milk–not water, milk, cereals, teas, or juices |
| Go to the nearest health facility if you or your newborn develops signs or symptoms of serious illness |
