A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a postpartum client about bathing her newborn. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. "Wash your newborn's head under a stream of running water.": Running water directly over a newborn’s head can increase the risk of aspiration or chilling. It is safer to use a damp washcloth to gently cleanse the scalp and hair, controlling the amount of water applied and maintaining the infant’s body temperature. B. "Bathe your newborn within 30 minutes after a feeding.": Bathing immediately after feeding can increase the risk of spitting up or vomiting due to abdominal distension. It is recommended to wait at least 1 hour after feeding to allow digestion and reduce discomfort during the bath. C. "Start the bath by washing the newborn's diaper area first.": The bath should always progress from the cleanest areas to the dirtiest areas to prevent the spread of bacteria from the genital region to more sensitive areas like the eyes and face. D. "The bath water should be 100 to 103 degrees Fahrenheit.": Maintaining the bath water between 100 and 103 degrees is essential to prevent both hypothermia and thermal burns, as a newborn's skin is much thinner and more delicate than an adult's. This temperature range mimics the infant’s internal body temperature, providing a soothing environment.