If your baby is especially prone
to diaper rashes, you may want to use a barrier ointment on the diaper area
with each diaper change. This keeps poop and urine off the skin, and also
prevents chafing.
Babies have delicate skin.
Irritation from moisture and soiled diapers can lead to diaper rashes and
chafing. If the rash becomes too severe, it can lead to great discomfort for a
baby. You can get free baby stuff such as
samples of popular diaper rash ointments like Destin to sooth their skin
and begin the healing process immediately.
To avoid diaper rashes in the first place, change diapers frequently. This is
especially important for dirty diapers. Upgrade the diaper size so it isn't too
snug. When the diaper is too tight it can cause the skin to chafe. Try a
different brand of disposables, because sometimes babies are sensitive to
chemicals contained in certain diapers. It is expensive to change diapers often
as well as to buy different brands and sizes, but these are things you can get
for free!
Other great tips are to use unscented wipes or plain water. They are less
irritating than wipes with scents. Don't skimp on wipes, either. Ensure you are
wiping all the poop and urine off of baby's
delicate skin. If your baby is especially prone to diaper rashes, you may
want to use a barrier ointment on the diaper area with each diaper change. This
keeps poop and urine off the skin, and also prevents chafing.
Diapers, wipes, creams and ointments are just a few examples of the free baby
stuff you can get for your new arrival. These products can help you to avoid a
diaper rash in the first place.
If your baby happens to get a serious diaper rash, it is advisable to clean the
diaper area thoroughly, but gently, with water and let it air dry. Always get
professional advice from your pediatrician. The pediatrician might
tell you to use a combination of petroleum jelly and zinc oxide cream, a
maximum strength diaper rash cream with zinc oxide, or a pure lanolin ointment
such as the one marketed by Lansinoh. He or she may also tell you to
use Clotrimazole anti-fungal cream for diaper rashes that seem to be
persistent, as they may be caused by a yeast infection. But in any
event, never hesitate to get advice from your pediatrician.
