Newborn skin is delicate, and so is babys new immune system. Chemicals, fragrances, clothing dyes, detergents, and baby products can cause skin irritation and rashes. While this sounds worrying, there is much you can do to protect your baby from these skin problems.
Just don't use baby products in the first month as the immune system is still developing. If you have a family history of skin problems, allergies, or asthma, it is crtical to protect your baby's immune system and skin from allergens.
Always wash baby's clothing before it's worn. Use only baby laundry detergents that are fragrance and dye-free. Wash baby clothes, bedding, and blankets separately from the family's laundry and give everything an extra rinse.
There is not need to bathe your baby frequently. Frequent bathing actually removes the natural oils that protect baby's delicate skin. Newborns don't get very dirty, except for drool and diaper changes, so for the first month or so, a sponge bath a few times a week will keep your baby more than clean. For regular cleaning of baby's mouth and diaper area use a little warm water and cleanser.
When baby has an allergic reaction, the result will usually be a rash. Rashes that appear under the diaper may be eczema and not a diaper rash. An allergy to dyes in the diapers themselves can be the simple of this reaction so changing to dye-free diapers may be all that's needed to prevent futher outbreaks. If it doesn't subside, reduce bathing to once a week, change your baby's skin products and make sure baby wears only soft clothing.
More than often baby's diaper rash is caused by the irritating wetness of a soiled diaper. Rashes can also appear when baby's skin is not crefully dried after a bath. And sometimes, a bacteria or yeast infection will cause diaper rash, especially for babies who are taking antibiotics.
Usually diaper rash doesn't require medical care. To treat diaper rash and prevent further newborn skin problems:
1. Check diapers many times a day.
2. Change diapers immediately when wet or soiled.
3. Wash the diaper area with mild fragrance-free cleanser or just plain water. If the rash is especially severe, use a squirt bottle to cleanse without rubbing.
4. Use a soft clean cloth, not baby wipes. The perfume or alcohol in many wipes can further irritate and dry baby's skin.
5. Pat baby dry instead of rubbing and let the diaper area air-dry completely before putting on a new diaper.
6. Apply a thick layer of petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) or a protective ointment like Desitin or A&D.
7. Do not use baby powder. Corn starch-based powders promote yeast growth and talcum powder may cause respertory problems if inhaled.
Massaging your newborn is important one-to-one time that conveys love to your newborn. Extensive research has proven that baby's very survival depends on being touched by others as it triggers hormones, boosts immunity, and helps fight disease. Also, massaged babies are calmer, sleep better and cry much less which is beneficial to everyone.
There's no special technique to massaging a baby. Find a carpeted floor in a warm room. Simply lay baby on a soft blanket or fabric. Get a little baby oil or a gentle lotion. Warm it in your hand. Then gently massage baby's chest and tummy -- using a gentle yet firm touch. Try to make eye contact and talk to your baby. Sing softly. - 15359
Just don't use baby products in the first month as the immune system is still developing. If you have a family history of skin problems, allergies, or asthma, it is crtical to protect your baby's immune system and skin from allergens.
Always wash baby's clothing before it's worn. Use only baby laundry detergents that are fragrance and dye-free. Wash baby clothes, bedding, and blankets separately from the family's laundry and give everything an extra rinse.
There is not need to bathe your baby frequently. Frequent bathing actually removes the natural oils that protect baby's delicate skin. Newborns don't get very dirty, except for drool and diaper changes, so for the first month or so, a sponge bath a few times a week will keep your baby more than clean. For regular cleaning of baby's mouth and diaper area use a little warm water and cleanser.
When baby has an allergic reaction, the result will usually be a rash. Rashes that appear under the diaper may be eczema and not a diaper rash. An allergy to dyes in the diapers themselves can be the simple of this reaction so changing to dye-free diapers may be all that's needed to prevent futher outbreaks. If it doesn't subside, reduce bathing to once a week, change your baby's skin products and make sure baby wears only soft clothing.
More than often baby's diaper rash is caused by the irritating wetness of a soiled diaper. Rashes can also appear when baby's skin is not crefully dried after a bath. And sometimes, a bacteria or yeast infection will cause diaper rash, especially for babies who are taking antibiotics.
Usually diaper rash doesn't require medical care. To treat diaper rash and prevent further newborn skin problems:
1. Check diapers many times a day.
2. Change diapers immediately when wet or soiled.
3. Wash the diaper area with mild fragrance-free cleanser or just plain water. If the rash is especially severe, use a squirt bottle to cleanse without rubbing.
4. Use a soft clean cloth, not baby wipes. The perfume or alcohol in many wipes can further irritate and dry baby's skin.
5. Pat baby dry instead of rubbing and let the diaper area air-dry completely before putting on a new diaper.
6. Apply a thick layer of petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) or a protective ointment like Desitin or A&D.
7. Do not use baby powder. Corn starch-based powders promote yeast growth and talcum powder may cause respertory problems if inhaled.
Massaging your newborn is important one-to-one time that conveys love to your newborn. Extensive research has proven that baby's very survival depends on being touched by others as it triggers hormones, boosts immunity, and helps fight disease. Also, massaged babies are calmer, sleep better and cry much less which is beneficial to everyone.
There's no special technique to massaging a baby. Find a carpeted floor in a warm room. Simply lay baby on a soft blanket or fabric. Get a little baby oil or a gentle lotion. Warm it in your hand. Then gently massage baby's chest and tummy -- using a gentle yet firm touch. Try to make eye contact and talk to your baby. Sing softly. - 15359
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