It is not a full blown diaper rash but the skin around her butt hole seems to always be red. I have tried all kinds of different ointment. How can I prevent this or is that normal. (first baby)
2007-03-28 03:46:10 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
You may be leaving a wet diaper on for to long. or putting on a diaper before babies butt is dry, or baby has a slight reaction to your wipes.
I would suggest letting baby air dry for about 5 minutes without a diaper.
Use corn starch, instead of baby powder, it helps keep babys skin dry.
2007-03-28 04:03:14 · answer #1 · answered by Renee B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use lots of diaper ointment and change babies diaper often. The redness could also be from pushing too hard. If you notice that your baby is having a hard time pushing out his stool, call your pediatrician and ask them what they recommend.
2007-03-28 14:01:33 · answer #2 · answered by PJ's Mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change more frequently and apply diaper ointment after all diaper changes. A & D is good. It keeps the skin protected from urine and fecies.
2007-03-28 11:53:28 · answer #3 · answered by qpook 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From day one I have spread vaseline on my daughters butt after every change and she has never had a diaper rash. This is what the hospital told me to do and it works.
2007-03-28 11:00:46 · answer #4 · answered by Stuck in the middle of nowhere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋