Here are some tips and tricks for clipping your baby's tiny nails, including what tools to use and the best time to trim them.

Keep them short

• Your baby's nails may be soft, but they can scratch! Trim them often to avoid sharp edges. 
• They can also harbor dirt, which can easily be transferred to your baby’s mouth.

• Pick up a pair of nail clippers or scissors or a nail file made for your baby's tiny fingers and toes. 
• Avoid using razor blades or adult sized clippers!
  

 Time it right

• It's easiest to clip the nails when your baby is asleep or distracted by a feeding.
• Tip: Nails are softest after a bath.
  

 Get a firm grip

• Hold your baby's hand in a firm grip so they don't wriggle free, or cause you to nick them.
• Push the finger pad away from the nail, and carefully clip along the finger's curve.
  

 Be prepared

• If you nick your baby's skin, hold a tissue or cotton ball against the cut for a few minutes, or until the bleeding stops.
  

 Mind the toes

• Remember that your baby's toenails need clipping too, though not as frequently as fingernails. 
• Avoid trimming the sides to prevent in growing toenails.
  

Hope these few tips come in handy the next time you want to give your little one a Mani-Pedicure!!

In love & health

Dr. Mims