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nappy rash
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Clean little bottoms with
spritz ‘n’ wipe
"makes ickle me clean and fresh when i get mucky”
Protect against nappy rash with
cheeky cream
“prevents nappy rash by creating a natural barrier on cheeky bottoms”
Massage affected areas with
baba oil
last thing at night
"a massage makes me calm and relaxed after a hard day's play"
Nappy rash is very common - most babies will get it at some point. It is not usually a 'disease', but just an irritation of the skin.
A wet or dirty nappy that has been left touching the skin for too long is the most common cause of nappy rash. Human waste products can turn into ammonia if the nappy isn't changed for a long time and this then starts to eat into the skin causing it to become sore and irritated. An ordinary nappy rash is very red, but not bright red. The baby feels well in general, only feeling a sting when they are wet, or dirty themselves. The redness does not reach into the folds of the skin and disappears a few days after giving their bottom some air, using zinc cream and frequently changing nappies. Get advice from a health visitor or doctor if the rash continues.
what to do
wash
Wash baby’s bottom every time you change the nappy. If your baby has only wet their nappy, use warm water with a cotton pad to clean. If the baby has dirtied their nappy, use a little soap, but remember to always rinse in warm water to make sure there is no soap left on the baby’s skin. Fixed faeces can be removed by using oil on a wad of cotton wool. Do not use baby wipes, as they can sting and dry the skin out and the chemicals in them can..
moisturise
If your baby has nappy rash or very sensitive skin it is a good idea to protect it with a thick barrier after every wash. To protect the red skin, you can use a zinc based barrier cream. Zinc forms a protective surface over the skin.
massage
Before bedtime, rub a little oil in your hands to warm it up and then apply in circular motions directly onto baby’s bottom, making sure that the skin is not being pulled. The oil will form a protective waterproof healing and moisturising barrier to the cheeks. Add a barrier cream on top of the oil for more intensive soothing.