If your baby has blisters, open sores, is severely red, or doesn't improve with treatment, call your pediatrician, he may need to prescribe a prescription. Here are some tips to prevent diaper rash .
- Change diapers frequently, the longer the moisture is on the skin, the quicker diaper rash will set in.
- Apply diaper rash protectant cream, such as BALMEX Daily protective clear ointment. This will help make a barrier against wetness and protect the skin.
- If diaper rash has already set in, apply a zinc oxide based cream or ointment on the rash, such as BALMEX Zinc oxide diaper rash cream.
- It may feel very soothing to your baby to go diaper less for a while. This will also give your baby's skin a chance to dry.
- After a bath, make sure to dry all of your child's “creases” , and even add some powder. This can be soothing and help absorb any water left over. Plus, powder leaves your baby feeling fresh, and smelling clean.
