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Baby Skin Care » Nappy Rash |
| A common problem that arises when a baby's urine or stool, left too long, comes into contact with the skin. The bacteria in the stool react with urine to produce ammonia, which stings and burns the skin. Some mothers find that their baby develops nappy rash when they are teething. |
| Symptoms can range from patches of mild redness to inflamed areas covered with tiny spots filled with pus. Areas normally affected are the buttocks, groin area and upper thighs. |
| If your baby shows signs of nappy rash, a barrier cream applied between the skin and diaper may help. Change your baby's diapers frequently, never leaving him in a wet diaper for long periods of time. Let your baby go bare-bottomed as often as possible to help the skin breathe. If you're using a cloth nappy, have times when you leave the plastic pants off, as the material does not allow the skin to breathe. When washing cloth nappies, rinse them well to avoid any build-up of detergents or fabric conditioners. As a babies' skin is sensitive to these substances, consider using disposable diapers for a time instead. |
| Bathe your baby's bottom frequently and clean the sensitive areas gently with water. It helps to avoid baby wipes containing alcohol as they have a drying effect on the skin. If your baby has a very messy nappy it may be easier to clean him with cotton wool and baby lotion. |
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