Avoidance of the precipitating agents: Allow your baby’s skin to dry completely before putting on another diaper, Avoid baby wipes and soaps that are scented.The alcohol or fragrance can make skin irritation worse, After bathing, pat your baby’s bottom dry with a towel rather than scrubbing it. LCD TV . Scrubbing can irritate your baby’s sensitive skin , If diaper rash persists, change the type of wipes, diapers or soap you’re using,The best treatment for diaper rash is avoidance of the precipitating agents,Open-air exposure of the irritated skin is also extremely effective in helping clear up diaper rash,Application of petroleum jelly- should a rash develop,simple cleansing water and soft cloths tends to be less irritating to the injured skin thandisposablewipes,Frequent application of one of the many diaper area ointments containing petroleum jelly(e.g.vaseline) provides an effective barrier against skin irritants. The plastic that prevents diapers from leaking also prevents air circulation, thus creating a warm, moist environment where rashes and fungi can thrive.

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