When your beautiful baby is born, her skin is often perfect in every way. It is softer and smoother than it will ever be again. You are upset when she wakes up and her bottom is red and irritated when you change her diaper. What happened! What did you do wrong? Absolutely nothing!
ALL BABIES HAVE DIAPER RASH! Having a diaper rash is a normal part of being a baby. There are many ways you can limit the amount of rash, but from time to time it will flare up again.
WHY BABIES GET DIAPER RASH
Start with ultra sensitive skin, add the chemicals and moisture of urine and poop (yep, I used the “poop” word), cover the area with a diaper that rubs back and forth, and you have diaper rash. This damaged skin is susceptible to the invasion of bacteria and yeast, which can make the rash worse.
If you are constantly battling rash, here are some helpful hints to minimize it:
1- Change diapers frequently - at least every two hours in newborns.
2- Try different brands - if using disposables, another brand may fit a little better and cause less friction.
3- Rinse cloth diapers - add a half-cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle. This helps remove alkaline irritants.
4- Wipe well - be sure to wipe all the poop and urine away.
5- Use unscented wipes or just plain water - these are less irritating.
6- Diaper rash cream - More sensitive bottoms need cream with each new diaper.For best results try a water repelling, herbal based cream.
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