Rashes

Basically there are three kinds of rashes that could affect a baby.

1. Heat rash

This usually affect the baby when the baby is hot and sweaty. It appears as reddish spots around the neck, face or upper part of the body. The baby may feel uncomfortable and irritated. You do not have to worry about these rashes as they will go off without any treatment. Try to keep the affected area dry and clean. Do not put any powder as powder may become sticky when comes into contact with sweat and this may make the situation worse.

2. Nappy rash

This affect the bottom part of the baby and maybe painful to touch. The skin around buttock and groin may become red due to urine or faeces. Try to keep the skin dry and clean by changing the nappy or diaper the moment they are wet. Clean the diaper area with water and properly dry them especially after bowel movements.

3. Milk rash

Sometimes when milk spills out of baby’s mouth while feeding, it may cause redness around the chin, mouth and neck if left there for too long. Make sure you wash or wipe your baby’s mouth, chin and neck with damp cloth and dry properly after every feeding.

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