The Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure guide to raising your baby like

a royal

The royal baby has finally arrived, but if you are due soon or have a new-born, it doesn’t mean they can’t be treated like royalty too!

Regardless of heritage, all babies should feel like a Prince or Princess, which is why Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure have teamed up with royal Etiquette Expert Jean Broke Smith to create the tongue-in-cheek “Guide to raising your baby like a royal”. As the former principal of the famed Lucie Clayton School of Grooming, Jean has over thirty years’ experience training politicians, royalty and TV stars.

So put your feet up, rest your royal behind, and have a read of these top tips!

A royal baby, as with any other, needs to bond with their parents as soon as they arrive in to the world.

It must not be forgotten that your baby is born to 21st century parents, and you will have your own views and plans on parenting style. However, taking the royal family lead, it is important to be advised by experienced “traditionalists” too.

“Traditionalists” within your family include those who keep the family legacy in touch through years of experience and baby-handling such as your parents, grandparents, aunties or uncles. Let them offer their tips and guidance on raising a baby too, after all they have done this all before!

A right royal beginning

Introduction What makes a royal guise?The first outfit makes all the difference. No royal baby should be subject to harsh or

itchy clothing, so ensure your baby’s outfit is super soft, comfy and sparkling clean. Pre-washing their ensemble in Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure will make clothes suitable

for even the most sensitive of skins, as both are dermatologically tested and have skincare research recognised by the British Skin Foundation.

When you’re bundle of joy makes their first journey to their palace, make sure blankets, bedding and towels have also been pre-washed to ensure your baby is in the most

comfortable and soft surroundings possible. Skin irritation just won’t do!

Babies usually grow very rapidly during the first year so hand-me-downs can prove rather fruitful, especially if they have a momentous story or historic moment attached to them. Take a photo of your baby and frame it next to the original clothing owner. Family

history is of huge importance to royalty.

Royals tend to be known for leading the way in the style stakes and plenty of high street stores will make copies of the royal baby’s outfits. As mothers who have a new baby at a similar time, have a browse and find something with the royal stamp of approval: classic,

traditional, and based on Great British colours where possible.

Allow your baby exposure to the natural sounds of their day-to-day environment to get them used to the hubbub of royal life. Let family members and guests carry on in their natural manner of speaking and play different styles of music such as classical, Latin or Jazz to develop their cultural skills. Although remember a key factor in raising your baby like a royal is to keep the environment in your home calm - no shouting or raising of voices. Babies sense stress too, and a relaxed home makes for a happy baby!

Communication etiquette

A system of regularity and routine is important when caring for your little one – like any royal, keep your engagements in check. The most important thing is to ensure the baby is well fed, clean, and comfortable and has a sufficient amount of sleep. Demanding behaviour should be reined in early!

Use baby’s nap time as a window to put a fresh load of laundry in the washing machine; use Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure to keep baby’s clothes clean, fresh and soft.

Routine, routine, routine

Milk baths a’la Cleopatra?Babies can be bathed anywhere - from the kitchen sink, to a plastic bowl or on a royal wash stand! Bath time is a joy and provides some special one-to-one bonding time between parent and child after a busy day of engagements and gatherings. Make the experience super luxury by wrapping your little one in a soft, warm towel afterwards to provide the ultimate comfort.

We are now in the 21st Century age of parenting and it is notable that a modern dad is expected to ‘assist’ in the early stages of fatherhood when duties allow. Although his home duties will be in stark contrast to his official duties, the time at home will be greatly treasured!

Allow a partner or friend to step in and take over from time to time, to give you a break and a much-needed stint for yourself.

Family duties

It is good for the little prince/princess to play near his or her parents. Your baby doesn’t necessarily have to be on your lap, as they may become too dependent on attention and demand more and more, but it is good for parents to encourage their baby during playtime. It’s also a great way to strengthen the parent-baby bond.

Playtime...

A part-time nanny can help if you have to be away on engagements. A royal mother usually returns to her duties, similarly to mothers who return to full or part time work but it does help if you have family nearby. Asking your mum or close relatives to help where possible will lead to your child being a more well-rounded individual, and get them used to socialising with others.

Are nannies a no-no?

As we all know, once your little one arrives into the world people will be snapping away with their cameras and iPhones. So now is the time to decide whether you want your baby to be public-facing or not. Should you choose to, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook all provide valuable outlets to share your baby’s photos with close family and relatives, particularly those you see less often if they live far away. If you’d rather shy away from the public, set some rules with friends and family from the get go and ensure photography is strictly limited to the confines of a private photo album.

Dealing with the press

Make your baby’s kingdom as clean and soft as can be. Fabric detergent Persil Non-Bio and fabric conditioner Comfort Pure help make sure clothes, sheets and fabrics are soft, clean and cuddle ready, so your baby can relax in pure comfort.

Your Happily Ever After

Visit www.facebook.com/comfortZoneUK for more information and to download the Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure Guide to ‘Raising your baby like a royal’ - and look out for Limited Edition packs of Persil Non-Bio and Comfort Pure in all good supermarkets!

Better together

A bit more about Jean:Grooming and Etiquette Expert Jean Broke-Smith was Principal of the Lucie Clayton grooming school for thirty years. Jean is a regular contributor to the media on all things royal, regal and diplomatic. As

one of the country`s leading etiquette and grooming experts, Jean has travelled the world making hit

shows such as “Austrailian Princess” and “American Princess” where Jean trained and groomed a group of

ordinary girls to make them fit to marry a prince!