How to Make Baby's Braids Stay

Once your baby's hair is about 3 inches long, you can start braiding her hair in cute styles for pictures, outings, visits from relatives or just for fun. Though that soft, fine baby hair feels nice, the fine strands and silky texture make it difficult to keep it braided for very long. There are a few simple tricks you can try to make the braids last a while, keeping your efforts intact long enough to be appreciated by grandma or to get that perfect photo.

Things You'll Need

  • Hair ties
  • Baby de-tangler
  • Baby mousse

Instructions

    • 1

      Dampen your baby's hair slightly with water before braiding the hair. This will make the hair less slippery, and keep the strands together better. The braids will hold longer if there are fewer loose strands or flyaways when they are first put together.

    • 2

      Keep the braids short, or tie them about every 3 inches with hair ties or rubber bands -- not barrettes, which are choking hazards -- if your baby's hair is long. Tying them down every few inches will help keep the braids in place and keep shorter strands from slipping out of a long braid.

    • 3

      Spritz the finished braids with a baby-safe conditioning de-tangler, or smooth a baby-safe mousse or gel over the braid. The product will help stiffen the braid and keep it set. A de-tangling spray will also make the hair easier to comb out once you take the braid out. Use your hand or a towel to cover your baby's eyes to ensure none of the product gets into her eyes while you spray.

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