Every mother tries to maintain her baby’s skin smooth, healthy and soft. The downside is baby’s skin is really prone to irritation the first few months and that’s why you need to take extra care. Here are some tips that can help you treat common baby skin problems.
Avoid Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is the most common condition. Diaper rash is caused by too tight diapers, diapers left too long or by some specific brands of baby products, wipes and detergents. To avoid baby rash change your baby’s diaper more frequently and start using zinc oxide cream.
Read more: Prevent and Cure Your Baby’s Diaper Rash
Whiteheads and Pimples
Baby pimples can be caused by yeast and they usually appear on your baby’s nose and cheeks. Don’t buy lotions to treat those pimples-they’ll go away by themselves in a few weeks.
Baby Birthmarks
Birthmarks are skin discolorations and lots of babies are born with them. They can appear when the baby is born or some months later. There aren’t any treatments that can help you with birthmarks but if you’re worried you can consult with your doctor.
Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis
Eczema can appear on your baby’s face, elbows, chest, arms and it can really cause your baby a discomfort. It can appear in children with a family history of allergies, asthma or atopic dermatitis. To treat your baby’s eczema use more gentle detergents, soaps and always apply moisturizer on the eczema. If your baby is suffering from a severe eczema, that must be treated with medicines.
Cradle Cap
Cradle hats can appear during your baby’s first 2 months and it will clear within a year. This condition is caused by excess oil and it looks like red, waxy rush on your baby’s eyebrows, scalp, nose or eyelids. To ease this condition you must use special shampoos and oils that must be recommended by your doctor.