What is diaper rash?
Diaper rash is a common skin problem in infants and young children. It causes red rashes and inflammation on the genitals and bottom. It can happen to any baby, so there's no need to panic or worry excessively.
Especially for first-time parents, some mothers may not know what to do. Also, even if you want to take your baby to the hospital, it can be difficult to take a small baby with you.
First, try some of the home remedies and treatments mentioned in this article.
Causes of Diaper Rash
Skin rashes occur when moisture or friction irritates the skin. They are especially likely to occur in warm, damp places. Therefore, it is only natural that diapers that are damp from urine or feces and have fabric that touches the skin are prone to rashes.
Your baby is especially likely to develop diaper rash if:
- Babies aged 6 to 9 months
- Have diarrhea
- The diaper is too tight
- Skin inflammation occurs
- After antibiotic application
- Allergic reactions to food, detergents, baby wipes, or things that come into contact with the skin
- Babies are born with sensitive skin
Care you can do at home
In some cases, the rash and redness may spread to the legs and stomach. However, unless the symptoms are severe, such as skin rash, mild cases can be treated at home.
Try these tips to help relieve your symptoms:
Clean and dry
The most important thing to prevent diaper rash and relieve its symptoms is to keep your baby's skin clean and dry.
When changing your baby's diaper, gently wipe the skin with soft, damp gauze or tissue.
You can use wet wipes , but make sure they don't contain any ingredients that may irritate your skin or cause allergies .
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Also, since babies wear diapers all the time, their bottoms are always wet. It is also effective to give them time to take off the diaper. Lay a towel or disposable waterproof pad on the bottom and give them time to take off the diaper.
Change diapers frequently
If your baby has a soiled diaper, it's best to change it as soon as possible . Even the slightest bit of moisture can irritate the skin and cause a rash. So, especially if your baby is experiencing a diaper rash, change the diaper as soon as possible, even if it's only a little wet.
Switch to disposable diapers
Cloth diapers are environmentally friendly and have many advantages. However, they are less absorbent than disposable diapers. If your baby has severe diaper rash, it may be a good idea to switch to disposable diapers, which have higher absorbency, until the rash heals.
Check the diaper size
If the diaper size is not right, the chances of diaper rash increase, and if your baby already has a skin rash, it may be harder to cure.
Diapers that are too tight can cause excess moisture and lead to rashes, while diapers that are too big can make the condition worse through friction.
Make sure you are using the right diaper size for your baby.
What to avoid when it comes to diaper rash
Whether you want to prevent diaper rash or soothe its symptoms, it's best to expose your baby to the fewest chemicals and risky ingredients .
Avoid using fabric softeners and detergents with strong scents. Also, choose fragrance-free cosmetics, shampoos, bath salts, and body soaps that are less irritating to babies.
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