Pregnancy And Baby Care Baby Health Baby Rash Symptoms

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...humid weather, infrequent diaper changes, sensitive skin, skin allergies or new diaper material.

Some of the other reasons for getting diaper rash include certain baby lotions, soaps, detergents, diapers, or disposable wipes that have not suited the baby’s skin and cause rash in the diaper area.

If the baby has been wearing a diaper that has been moist with stool or urine for a long time, then too he will get diaper rash.

Treatment for Baby Diaper Rash

You can prevent and treat diaper rash by following some simple tips.

• Dispose the old, stinky diaper. A soiled diaper will hold urine or stool against the baby’s delicate skin for a long time, and with the warmth and humid environment, this will lead to eruptions. It becomes a great breeding ground for fungus, yeast and bacteria. Use cloth nappies most of the time. Make sure to use cotton fabric for the nappies and wash the nappies with a good detergent in hot water.
• If you are using diapers for the child, make sure you change him frequently. Don’t let the child be in the same soiled diaper for a long time. If you are going out with your child, carry a few extra diapers in your bag. And if the child soils one, discard that one and use a fresh diaper. You must also keep checking to see if the diaper has been soiled or not, and take your actions accordingly.
• Try to use a wet cloth that can be washed or disposed instead of commercial wipes. Many of these wipes contain chemical and alcohol that can irritate the child’s skin.
• After you’ve taken off the soiled diaper and then cleaned the baby’s bottom with a washcloth, be sure to pat the bottom dry with a soft towel. Do not rub, but gently pat. Let the bottom be exposed for a few minutes before putting on a fresh diaper.
• Speak with a paediatrician and ask him for a diaper-rash cream. You can apply this cream on the baby’s bottom every time you change the diaper.