How To Prevent Diaper Rash
To prevent diaper rash, keep baby’s bottom dry and clean. Make sure to change your baby’s diaper after it becomes wet or soiled.
If it’s only a wet diaper, gently wipe your baby clean with a wipe or warm washcloth before diapering.
If your baby has soiled his diaper, wipe his bottom clean with a gentle alcohol-free baby wipe or warm washcloth, and gently pat him dry. Always wipe from front to back to prevent the introduction of bacteria into the urinary tract.
Spread a thin layer of zinc oxide cream or petroleum jelly over your baby’s bottom as extra protection against wetness, or try a diaper that includes skin friendly ingredients to have the same effect.
When putting on a fresh diaper, don’t secure it too tightly to allow some air to circulate.
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