Preventing Nappy Rash
Nappy rash; its a maintenance thing!
As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure when it comes to preventing a bad case of nappy rash
. For all that we may fear the onset of nappy rash in our children, there is no certainty of absolute and total prevention – but there is a lot that can be done to make it far less likely, and it revolves mostly around keeping your baby dry and clean as far as is possible. There is nothing more forlorn than a baby with a serious case of nappy rash; the sight of that tiny little bottom all red and sore would surely make any parent wish there was a simple way to stop this once and for all! However, your baby will not be shy about letting you know when he or she is in any discomfort. This can prevent nappy rash from developing, but would obviously not be a way of preventing it if it has already started to get a hold.
The prevention of nappy rash is something that requires no small amount of diligence, as well as some luck. But there are some simple rules which can make the process a lot more straightforward. Firstly, you must change your baby’s nappy as soon as it is obviously soiled. This will prevent the infection from having somewhere to live. In the same spirit, it is important to clean your baby in the affected area after it has become soiled. Allowing the area to dry before putting on a fresh nappy is totally essential. Of course, a thin layer of ointment on the affected area will kill off any remaining germs while preventing others from taking hold. And applying the fresh nappy perhaps a little more loosely than usual will give room for the skin to breathe. Finally when your baby moves on to solid foods you should take a few days between introducing new items. This will help you determine if the infection is down to a food allergy. Our final big tip is to give your baby the ultimate comfort and freedom of some ‘no nappy’ time. There is normally a small segment of the day when a mother could actually give her baby a little freedom without wearing a nappy. All that is needed is a little extra care and vigilance to prevent unfortunate soiling of bedding or other important coverings. During this time, you will be able to play with and caress your little one and have them squealing with glee at the feeling the extra freedom given them! Obviously, one must bear in mind the fact that your baby may feel the cold more than you since he or she will not be clothed.
Nappy rash can be overcome, just a little patience is usually all that is required.
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If you suspect that your baby is in great discomfort with a severe case of nappy rash or his or her skin looks very angry or inflamed, always pop along to your health care professional or GP to get further advice.
