0mo–11mo10 minSelf-careBath timeFamily time
Skin & Hair Care Preferences Snapshot
Supports a respectful, family-centred conversation about baby skin/hair care expectations and helps the adult turn those preferences into a clear, shareable care note while staying responsive to the baby’s comfort cues.
What you'll need
Essentials
- paper or notes app
- your usual baby skin/hair items (only what you already use safely)
Nice to have
- a soft cloth
- a soft baby brush/comb (if part of your routine)
Movement level: false
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
What it practices
- Responds to and thrives on warm, sensitive physical contactObservable behaviour from Development Matters
- Expresses discomfort, hunger or thirst.Observable behaviour from Development Matters
- Laughs and gurgles, e.g. shows pleasure at being tickled and other physical interactions.Observable behaviour from Development Matters
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Discuss the cultural needs and expectations for skin and hair care with parents prior to entry to the setting, ensuring that the needs of all children are met appropriately and that parents’ wishes are respected.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)