Keeping Your Baby Away from Diaper Rash

Babies are so sensitive to irritations because of the type of skin that they have. However, most parents would let their children wear nappies until they get potty trained, diaper rash and skin redness are common problems among babies.

Diaper dermatitis and other related skin problems are usually due to the presence of bacteria and enzymes in baby excrement trapped inside the nappy. It may also be aggravated by the presence of moisture and the constant friction caused by skin rubbing against diaper.

The best solution to this is, therefore, to change nappies regularly. However, it may not be enough to replace a dirty or used nappy with a clean, new one. Often, it is important for parents or nannies to carefully rinse baby's bottom with water and soap first before putting on the nappy. It may even be helpful if the baby is allowed to move about for a short period without a nappy on. That will give the child's skin a time to "breathe."

Now, if the rash is already existent, it is advisable to keep baby's skin dry and clean all the time. Applying anti-rash creams or soothing lotions to the affected skin will help alleviate the condition. Most of the time, the rash would take at least three days or several weeks to heal. Otherwise, it would be better to consult a paediatrician or a general physician to take care of the situation.

Parents must always be mindful of the needs of their baby. If possible, they must try to consider nappies made of natural cloth, which may not be as convenient as commercial ones, but they are eco-friendly and skin-friendly nonetheless.