This is what I was wondering. I don't have a baby yet but I know that wet friction causes rashes and wipes are basically also wet friction... I would at least be nervous about using wipes if the rash is already present because I know that must be uncomfortable
I think it may be worth mentioning that the diapers themselves can cause rashes as well. Both of my babies ended up with terrible rashes only with certain brands of diapers and no rashes otherwise. It wasn't even the same brands for each of them and figuring that out is not fun! So if the baby has a rash that just isn't going away, the diaper might be why.
Yes!!! Even within the brands… Huggies snug and dry vs Huggies little snugglers And then double check if you need to increase the size on the diaper and the clothing. We ended up going a size up despite the weight recommendations on the diaper packaging. Maybe our baby has a big butt 😂
Thank you for this informative video! As an expecting mother and physician who knows very little about newborn care, the information in this video is going to be so helpful for me and my husband.
YES to delaying their first bath! Yes to “Less is more!” CeraVe baby wash has worked for us on an “as need” basis! My daughter is now 9 months and never had a bad diaper rash! We’ve used WaterWipes since birth. They are a gentle formulation but the actual wipe packing is frustrating for me (vs Honest Baby wipe packaging which doesn’t pull 10 wipes out at a time). We pat her dry after wiping with a tissue or small rag and apply A&D ointment as prevention 85% of the time! She has never had a diaper rash! We also loved Coterie but have switched mostly to Pampers and love Pampers as well!
This was super helpful thank you! I’m expecting my first baby, a boy, in early august, and I’ve never really been around babies before! I’m trying to gather all the essentials
I’d LOVE a little kids video and when to switch from the all in one wash. Mine are 3 and almost 5, so far it’s still meeting their needs but I’m curious on recs from there when it’s time.
For my child, it was when I noticed that her hair was feeling a bit dry and tangled more easily. I switched to using the shampoo that I use that's more hydrating and just using the all in one as her body wash.
Thank you so much Dr Sam!!! I have been wanting to request this video! My baby usually has redness on his cheeks and chin. I’m constantly dabbing his face down from his saliva. And I put on La roche posay eczema on his face every time I change his diaper.
Thanks for the video!! Two questions: 1) Is there a bug spray you'd recommend for babies (6 months old)? 2) Should we use aquaphor for anything? My friends always mention it but I'm not quite sure what all we'd use it for or if it is recommended. Thank you!
For cradle cap, I had a lot of success in using my conditioner to loosen the scales and then regular baby shampoo to gently wash everything off. I've been using the Herbal Essence Hello Hydration set for years and since the fragrance didn't bother my baby's skin, it worked perfectly! Conditioner and then baby shampoo cleared it up most of the way in two baths and it was completely gone by the third.
This is a weird question but what about if you clean a poppy diaper but the poop smell still lingers on their skin? Is there a type of cleaner that helps with this or will my infant just need a bath daily? Thanks
Thanks for all the informations. I have a question should we change a baby diapper during the night? My baby sleeps 10-12 hours should i change her diapper? And one more what do you think of Bepanthen is ok to use it as a barrier cream?
What are your thoughts about BEB organic skin care products for newborns? Not sure if baby oil, baby moisturizer and soothing serum is necessary for my 2 week old.
Ive clothed diapered my 3 daughters and would have to say your information on them is wrong from my experience. Cloth diapers actually decrease rashes, they hold more than disposable and are actually better at keeping their skin dry. I have used disposable in the beginning before they fit cloth diapers and when ever we travel for convenience. But i much prefer cloth.
Hi Dr Ellis, my son has been battling eczema since he was a month old. We used so many fragrance free products but all to no avail. I noticed if I stopped bathing him with soap for a while the eczema clears off but leaving him 2 tones darker. What would you suggest I do?
My baby has some ringworm type of rashes .which r growing bigger even when hevdoesnt scratch it ....consult a lot of dermatoligist . Used steroids which didnt make it go away even fir a single day .....made it worst ..used antifungal cream for about a month ....no eeffects ....its dignosed as eczema by 2 of the dermatologist....pls suggest if its something else
Are parents supposed to put sunscreen on their babies’ faces and hands? Babies are constantly sticking their hands in their mouths and can get sunscreen smeared into their eyes.
