Nappy Rash Prevention and Treatment

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Nappy Rash Prevention and Treatment

Nappy rash is a **on irritation affecting the skin covered by a baby’s nappy. While it ** be un**fortable for your baby, it is usually mild and ** be managed effectively with simple steps.

Prevention Tips

• Change nappies frequently: The most effective way to prevent nappy rash is to change wet or dirty nappies as soon as possible. Newborns may need 8 to 12 changes a day.


• Keep the skin clean and dry: Gently clean your Baby Care Blog (https://babyhub.**.uk/how-to-care-for-your-newborn-in-the-first-30-days)’s bottom with warm water or uns**ted, alcohol-free wipes at every change. Pat the area dry or let it air-dry before putting on a fresh nappy.


• Use barrier creams: Apply a thin layer of a protective barrier cream (such as zinc and castor oil ointment, petroleum jelly, or a **ercial nappy ointment) at each cha**o shield the sk**m moisture and irritants.


• Nappy-free time: Allow your baby’s skin to breathe by letting them spend time without a nappy each day. Place a towel or absorbent sheet under**h to catch any accidents.


• Choose the right products: Avoid soaps, bubble baths, lotions, and talcum powder, as these ** irritate the skin. Opt for fragrance-free and alcohol-free wipes and ensure nappies fit properly—not too tight, to avoid rubbing.

Treatment for Nappy Rash

• **tinue preventive steps: Keep changing nappies promptly, cleaning and drying the area, and using barrier creams.


• Bath daily: Give your baby a bath once a day with warm water and a gentle, soap-free wash.


• Monitor the rash: Most mild nappy rashes clear up within a few days with these measures.


• Seek medical advice if needed: If the rash persists, worsens, spreads, or your baby seems very un**fortable or develops a fever, **sult y**P or health visitor. Medical treatments may include:
  
  
  
  • Mild steroid cream for inflammation (short-term use only)
  
  
  • Antifungal cream if a fungal i**ion (like thrush) is suspected
  
  
  • Antibiotics if a bacterial i**ion is present
  
  
  
  

What to Avoid

• Do not use talcum powder, as it ** further irritate the skin.


• Avoid tight-fitting plastic pants over nappies, which ** trap moisture and worsen the rash.


• Don’t use fragranced or alcohol-based wipes, soaps, or lotions.

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Nappy Rash Prevention and Treatment