For some babies, diaper rash isn’t a problem. For others, diaper rash can be mild and for others severe. For whatever reason, it is important that your baby doesn’t suffer. Here are a few reasons why babies get rashes.
*A milk allergy either from formula or the breast feeding mother’s diet
*An allergy to detergent
*A diaper that stays on too long or is not sufficiently absorbent
*Antibiotics
*Thrush or a yeast infection
My second child had a bleeding rash off and on for 2-3 years. The one product that helped in this severe case was a skin paste called ILEX. This was a miracle for my son’s comfort, as well as his mothers. My other son rarely had a diaper rash and when he did, a popular diaper rash cream was applied and within a few days the rash was gone.
SOME HELPFUL TIPS:
If baby’s bottom appears red and painful, avoid using scented wipies to clean. The wipie solution stings the bottom and baby will cry. I have used wipies only after washing them in warm water and rinsing out the solution. This helps but it isn’t perfect. Don’t ever wipe a sore bottom. Wiping will cause more pain. Use warm water and gently dab to clean. For brave parents, airing out the affected area works wonders as well.
TREAT OR PREVENT:
First find out the reason behind the diaper rash. Go see your pediatrician. You can talk to a lactation consultant as well if you are suspecting it is thrush or a milk allergy.
Another option is preventative care. Wouldn’t something natural and organic on the baby’s bottom be nice? There are special soaps with no additives. There are wonderful ointments that help protect your little one’s bottom as well. Visit www.birth-angel.com for soap and ointment to help soothe and protect your baby’s delicate bottom. Baby will thank you. Happy baby, happy parents.
Julie L. Johnson is a wife and mother of three who has experienced every pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and breastfeeding situation there is and has lived to tell about. She is a Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator, Certified Doula and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant practicing in Southern California. Her website http://www.mybirthangel.com provides services and products to help ease the transition into motherhood.