| Diaper rash is uncomfortable for baby and hard for | | | | their skin, the more damage it can do. You will find that |
| parents. When your baby is suffering, all you want to | | | | babies are more sensitive at some times than others. |
| do is find a solution - and fast! When it comes to | | | | Sometimes eating citrus, dairy, or spicy foods can |
| rashes, especially the more severe kind, it can be really | | | | cause diaper rashes. Food allergies, teething and |
| hard to find answers. Any severe rash can be caused | | | | tummy issues can all lead to burns on the skin. |
| by yeast or bacteria, so check with your pediatrician | | | | Changing fast and cleaning the skin gently but |
| about any severe or persistent rash before you try to | | | | thoroughly can make all the difference. |
| treat it at home. Beware of home remedies unless | | | | * Apply a thin layer of a natural cream to help keep |
| there is some real fact behind them. I have seen some | | | | skin clean and dry. Pure coconut oil is a good choice |
| really bizarre and possibly dangerous solutions touted | | | | as it is naturally antibacterial. There are also a lot of |
| as cure-alls for diaper rash. | | | | good brands on the market. Look for one without |
| Here are some common reasons for diaper rash: | | | | fragrances, as fragrance oils can cause rashes as |
| * Wet skin abrades more easily, so any wet diaper | | | | well. |
| can lead to that familiar redness and discomfort for | | | | * Pay attention to any new foods or even common |
| baby. Keep babies skin clean and dry to heal this and | | | | foods that might be triggering the problem. Citrus, dairy |
| help prevent it from recurring. Wash baby's bottom | | | | and wheat are common allergens. Sometimes |
| with mild soap and plenty of warm water. If possible, | | | | eliminating a food from the diet can resolve it. Check |
| wash them at every diaper change, even with plain | | | | with your child's doctor if you suspect an allergy. |
| water. Then, gently pat them dry. Don't rub with a | | | | * Consider changing diapers for real! Some infants and |
| rough towel, just pat dry with the softests absorbent | | | | toddlers have a bad reaction to chemicals and dyes. |
| cloth you can find (cloth baby wipes are perfect for | | | | Try another brand or consider cloth diapers. Many |
| this). Dry skin is healthy skin. | | | | parents report that their babies have healthier skin with |
| * Change dirty diapers fast. The longer the mess is on | | | | cloth. |