i'm looking for something for diaper rash any ideals?

Answer 1

paladin is the BEST!!!

Answer 2

When my baby had diarrhea the pharmacist recommended Desitin Original, as it has the highest zinc oxide content. If you are sure it is NOT a yeast infection, and your baby has sores, you can put a thin layer of hydro cortisone underneath the Desitin. If you are worried about infection, you could also put some Polysporin or similar antibiotic ointment. Make you are changing the diaper immediately after a bowel movement, and reapply the Desitin with every diaper change. It is possible that the rash could be caused by the type of diaper you are using, so if it is persistent, you may want to try a different brand of diaper. If your baby has a yeast infection you should take them to see the doctor. For yeast, you can use a Monistat-like cream, the doctor can tell you exactly what you need or prescribe something.
Oh yeah, we tried the butt paste (Boudreaux's) and not only is it exhorbitantly expensive, but it is so runny it does not stay on the rash, just gets absorbed into the diaper. The Desitin Original is thick and stays put.
And stop using baby wipes. Even the hypo-allergenic "gentle" ones have chemicals that will irritate a rash. Use washcloths or paper towels with warm water.

Answer 3

First off, diaper rash is normal, it isnt a sign of allergies or anything like that. Diaper rash does not mean the baby has a yeast infection or has has diaherrea.

Why does diaper rash happen? Start with ultra sensitive skin, add the chemicals and moisture of urine and stools, 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.

TIPS TO AVOID IT:
-Change diapers frequently - at least every two hours in newborns. You can space this out as baby starts to urinate less often.
-Change poopy diapers right away - this is a lot of trouble at first since newborns often have small, frequent stools. This will slow down as baby grows.
-Try different brands - if using disposables, another brand may fit a little better and cause less friction.
-Rinse cloth diapers - add a half-cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle. This helps remove alkaline irritants. Your diaper service can also do this.
-Wipe well - be sure to wipe all the stool and urine away.
Use unscented wipes or just plain water - these are less irritating. You can even rinse out the wipes with water, although this takes more time.

HOW TO HELP FLARE UPS:
-Zinc oxide - for the moderate rash.
-Acid mantle - this is a brand name sold in stores. It is outstanding for moderate diaper rashes. Can be used with zinc oxide over it.
-Butt paste or Triple paste - there are a variety of creams that a pharmacist can mix up for you that contain a variety of ingredients. These are good for severe rashes. One brand that is already mixed is called Triple Paste. Ask your pharmacist for some. It is non-prescription. This cream may be difficult to find, but most pharmacies can order it from Summers Laboratories (1-800- 533-SKIN).
-Clotrimazole anti-fungal cream - for stubborn rashes, yeast may be involved (see below). You can add this over-the-counter cream to help.
-Hydrocortisone 1% cream - you can put this over-the-counter cream on twice a day beneath any of the other creams to help with severe rashes. It will help with the inflammation. Don't use this for more than several days at a time as long-term use can damage the sensitive skin in the diaper area.
Soothe and heal by Lansinoh. This pure lanolin ointment is excellent for soothing sore bottoms.
-Mix your own - if you can't get a prescription, try mixing these together in the palm of your hand, then apply to baby's bottom:
Zinc oxide
White petroleum ointment
Acid mantle
Aluminum acetate (Burrow's solution)
If you cant find Acid Mantle, then use Lansinoh (a lanolin ointment). It is available in the diaper cream section of drug stores.

Answer 4

Any barrier cream (Desitin, Butt Paste) will work fine to prevent most rashes.

BUT, if there's a rash already present the best way to get rid of it is to change diapers frequently and wash the diaper area thoroughly with a mild soap and let air dry. It doesn't mean you have to give a bath every time you change a diaper, just hold the baby with their butt hanging over a sink and wash. Just takes a few minutes and is SO much better than simply using wipes.

Answer 5

I asked this same question recently as my 8 month old had SEVERE diaper rash. A lady told me about Milk of Magnesium and it really worked. Here is what she told me:

I know this will sound crazy, but my grandfather(of all people) told me to use milk of magnesia...Put some on a cotton ball and dab it on your baby's' bottom until it is covered and white..Let it air dry, and reapply, be careful though because she may "potty" before you get her diaper back on.But I PROMISE you this will work.Make sure you shake the Milk of Magnesia really well before you apply it though.My Dr had also prescribed the Nystatin and some other grainy type cream that had to mixed by the pharmacist, and nothing worked...I do know the rash you are talking about, raw, almost looks like it will bleed...Poor baby girl..It hurts to just look at it.You can also use the Wal-Mart brand or generic, just make sure it is the Milk of magnesia stuff...
Good luck, and at least give it a try... It has worked on both my kids, I'm also 7 months pregnant, and should the blasted rash appear on my next baby, I WILL use it again

Answer 6

anything with zinc oxide in it. also, may sound funny, but the doc told us to use it on our son, anti-fungal cream (athlete's foot). use very sparingly tho. if you live where they have a walmart, there is a powder called ZEAZORB you can get over the counter,but you have to get it in the pharmacy. way more absorbant than even corn starch. you may also want to let the little one run around without a diaper for a few hours a day if at all possible. sometimes it can be food allergies as well that give a "diaper rash" appearance. good luck

Answer 7

I would definitely use a barrier. Anything like Balmex, Desitin and butt cream usually works. If it continues to be a problem seek the source.

Apple juice and antibiotics are common culprits in diaper rash. If they are; try diluting apple juice with water(I would reccommend this anyways), and yogurt is good if antibiotics have to be taken. Several other meds including antibiotics cause diarrhea. If you are aware of this ahead of time apply the cream before a bowel movement occurs. The less contact feces and urine have with the skin the better.

Answer 8

you can buy diaper rash cream at just about any grocery or drug store. you can also try lotrimin if the rash looks like a yeast rash. i think the best way to treat a rash is to give your baby a sitz bath (water as hot as he can stand it) with some baking soda in it. when you take him out, aim the blowdryer on his bum for a few minutes, then put the diaper rash cream on. makes it better almost instantaneously. and you can blow dry with each diaper change, not just after baths.

Answer 9

Desitin -- don't get the creamy version, get the original as it has more of the active ingredient. Also, I washed my baby's bottom very gently with Aveeno mild soap and warm water in the sink just about every time II changed his diaper. It takes 2 minutes and so much better than just using wipes -- all that does is add chemicals to an already dirty area -- use mild soap and water, nothing cleans better and is more soothing than that.

Finally, once a week I boled chamomille tea and once it cooled off I added it to his baby bath (make sure it is very tepid -- not hot) and that also realy helps to relieve the skin.

Answer 10

Make sure to keep the skin dry and cool. Also, try a diaper rash cream like Huggies or Desitin.

Answer 11

My son was allergic to desitin and such. I went and found some bag balm. You can find it usually at Walmart in the pharmacy section. It is a small green container that is square. I found it works the best.
My neices have had really bad rashes, and they used it, and cleared them right up.
Good luck.