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Baby's skin is delicate and sensitive, making it prone to irritation. Areas covered by diapers all day are particularly susceptible to diaper rash. There are several causes for diaper rash in infants such as prolonged diaper use, especially in hot summer weather when sweating is common, delayed diaper changes leading to prolonged exposure of urine and stool on the skin, or putting on a diaper while the skin is still damp after a bath. Additionally, using tight or inappropriate diapers, excessive use of wet wipes with harsh chemicals, or overuse of detergents and fabric softeners, or excessive use of baby powder that can clog pores and trap moisture, or prolonged diarrhea are also contributing factors to diaper rash in infants.
Diaper rash can be very uncomfortable, itchy, and painful for babies, which is why babies with diaper rash often cry, fuss, refuse to breastfeed, or eat. If you notice signs of diaper rash in your child, it's important to treat it as soon as possible. Here are 6 effective home remedies for treating diaper rash that are safe and effective for mothers to consider.
1. Use guava leaf water
Take a handful of guava leaves, wash them thoroughly, soak them in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes, then remove and drain the excess water. After removing the tough veins from the guava leaves, crush them in a mortar with a few grains of salt, add some boiling water to cool it down, and strain the liquid. Guava leaf water has antibacterial, anti-itch, anti-inflammatory properties that are very beneficial for the skin.
After thoroughly cleaning the diaper area, mothers can use a clean cloth to apply guava leaf water to the affected skin, 2-3 times a day, continuously for several days to see noticeable results.
2. Use noni leaf water
3. Make green tea broth for baby's bath
4. Use betel leaf
5. Make guava/young guava leaf broth for baby's bath
Clean a handful of young guava leaves, soak them in salt water, then boil them until warm for baby's bath. This is also a great tip for effectively treating diaper rash in babies due to the presence of tannins and antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties that have a positive effect on skin recovery and help eliminate bacteria on the skin.
6. Use Olive Oil
Olive oil not only provides high nutritional value and beauty benefits but also effectively treats diaper rash in babies. The application is very simple. After the baby is clean after a bath, apply a thin layer of olive oil to the affected skin to reduce itching, redness, and skin irritation.
Important notes for mothers to remember when applying the 6 methods above
- Follow the instructions correctly to avoid adverse effects.
- Before using any leaves, they must be washed thoroughly, soaked in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes, drained to remove fungi, parasites, bacteria, dirt, or chemical residues on the leaves.
- Using too little or too much of any type of leaves will not yield good results.
- When applying leaf water to the baby, parents should be careful not to let the water overflow from the diaper area to the healthy skin to avoid spreading. If using leaf water to bathe the baby, gently lift and tilt the baby, avoiding fully immersing the baby's buttocks in the water.
- Ensure proper hygiene and dryness of the diaper area before applying leaf water. Also, mothers should remember to wash their hands thoroughly!
- Change diapers frequently, especially in hot weather. Change immediately after the baby defecates, and limit the use of wet wipes for the baby.
- After the baby finishes bathing, wait for the skin to dry completely before putting on diapers. Allow the baby to go diaper-free for about 1-2 hours each day to allow the baby's skin to breathe.
- Avoid excessive use of baby powder as it can easily clog pores and lead to more diaper rash.
- Choose diapers with materials and sizes that fit the baby's body.
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- Effective diaper rash treatment experiences and ways to prevent diaper rash in children
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