Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 2: Treating the rash
• Part 2 of 2: Taking good care of your baby
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Diaper rash in a baby, also known as diaper dermatitis, occurs when an infant's extremely sensitive skin comes into contact with moisture, chemicals, and friction as a result of using baby diapers. There are several ways to combat this phenomenon, from over-the-counter remedies to home herbal remedies that can help relieve symptoms. Which method to use depends on the type of rash. Experiment with a few to see what works for your child.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Treating the rash

1. 1 Whenever possible, try to keep your baby's skin as clean and dry as possible. Wash your baby's bottom with warm water. Don't use wet wipes often. You can spray water on sensitive areas with a pump syringe. Gently remove any remaining feces with a damp cloth or wet cloth.
   • If you use wet wipes, do not use wipes that contain alcohol or smell.
   • Diaper rash is a common type of contact dermatitis in which the skin becomes inflamed due to prolonged contact with urine or feces. If not addressed right away, infection or thrush can occur.
   • The best ways to prevent diaper rash in babies is to change diapers frequently and avoid irritants.
2. 2 Let your baby's skin breathe. If you are using a towel, pat your skin gently. Don't rub! This will irritate your baby's skin even more. Consider the following options:
   • Put on a new diaper, but not tight (or use a larger diaper).
   • Keep the baby without diapers for at least a few minutes. The more contact of the skin with air, the better.
   • Consider not using a diaper at night. You can lay out a protective oilcloth in case the child describes himself.
     • Remember that air drying the rash is an effective way to combat diaper rash in babies.
3. 3 Apply a diaper rash cream. There are various over-the-counter diaper rash creams on the market. Zinc oxide is an ingredient in many creams and can be effective in treating mild rashes. Ointments and creams based on petroleum jelly and lanolin can also help.
   • Zinc oxide, known as Desitin, creates a barrier against skin irritants to reduce friction on irritated skin. In other words, it protects the skin from contact with urine and feces.
   • Do not use talcum powder. It is bad for the lungs. If you need to do this, use cornstarch powder as an alternative to talcum powder, but even this is not the best option, as it can cause fungus to develop, which in turn can lead to new rashes.

Part 2 of 2: Taking good care of your baby

1. 1 First of all, understand why your baby is having diaper rash. While moisture is usually the main culprit, there are several other causes of diaper rash:
   • Chemical Sensitivity: Try changing brands of diapers (if using cloth diapers, change laundry detergent), lotion, or powder. It is possible that your baby's skin cannot tolerate certain foods.
   • New food. If you've recently started introducing solid foods or just new foods, it can cause changes in stool composition and a rash. If you are breastfeeding your baby, it may be your own food that is responsible for the rash.
   • Infection. If the rash persists, it may be a bacterial or fungal infection. This will be discussed further.
   • Antibiotics If your baby is on medication (if you are taking medication and breastfeeding), antibiotics can reduce the good bacteria in your body or your baby's body, allowing the bad bacteria to take over, leading to the rash.
2. 2 Know when to see your doctor. Although diaper rash is not a serious condition, if the rash does not clear up after 3-4 days, your baby may have a yeast infection. Regular creams will not help in this case, so you need to buy an over-the-counter corticosteroid cream from the pharmacy or go to your pediatrician for a prescription.
   • Treating a yeast infection is basically the same as treating normal diaper rash (provided there are no other symptoms other than the rash). Try to keep the baby's skin as dry as possible, use an antifungal cream and everything should go away in a few days.
3. 3 Prevent reappearance. If you follow the advice above, the diaper rash should go away. Keep your baby's groin clean and dry by patting instead of rubbing, and if the baby is prone to rashes, use creams after every diaper change. Do not use powders and make sure that the diaper is not too tight on the baby's skin.
   • Introduce new products one at a time.Since new foods can cause rashes, you know better which foods to avoid.
   • Breastfeed your baby for as long as possible. Natural antibodies in breast milk help the body's defense against infections.
   • Make sure everyone who follows your child is doing it correctly.
4. 4 If all else fails, try home remedies. Home remedies were invented by moms and dads like you, so there is a chance these remedies will help. If for some reason you cannot use the standard techniques, you can use one of these tips:
   • Try applying a thin coat of coconut oil and zinc oxide to your baby's skin. Use it in the same way as if you were using a diaper rash cream.
   • Give your child a sitz bath by adding a spoonful of baking soda to the water. Some mums say a little oatmeal can also be added to relieve inflammation.
   • For maximum effect, mix Nystatin, Desitin and Hydrocortisone.
     • Always use home remedies with caution, especially when it comes to your child's health. Check with your doctor before use.

Tips

• The tips here are helpful in treating diaper contact dermatitis, which is the most common type of rash in babies. This article does not cover other types of diaper rash such as eczema, yeast rash, impetigo, seborrhea, and allergic rash. These types of diaper rash require special treatment.
• Whenever possible, keep the baby out of diapers. Air contact will reduce rashes.

Warnings

• If you notice a worsening of your condition, talk to your doctor.
• Use steroid cream only as directed by your doctor, as it may cause other health problems.

What do you need

• Vitamin E capsules.
• Diaper rash cream
• Syringe pump
• Hot water
• Cloth for washing