Contents:
- Medical Video: Caring For Your Newborn
- Important facts about baby's skin and its care
- 1. Baby's skin is very sensitive
- 2. The skin can also be spotty
- 3. Prone to sunburn
- 3. Not all babies have birthmarks
- 4. Crusty scalp can disappear on its own
- 5. Often prickly heat appears
- 6. Babies do not need to use powder
- 7. Do not bathe it often
- 8. Diaper rash can be prevented
Medical Video: Caring For Your Newborn
Babies are born with skin that is far more sensitive than adults. If you are not careful in caring for it, it might be dangerous. That is why, understanding everything about baby's skin can be one way to determine the best treatment for him.
Important facts about baby's skin and its care
1. Baby's skin is very sensitive
Baby's skin is still very thin, fragile, and sensitive. That is why babies are very prone to rashes, eczema, irritation, and even dry skin. Therefore, choose baby care products that have a balanced pH, are free of chemicals and allergic substances, and are 100% detergent free.
In addition, choose clothes that are soft and comfortable for them so that they reduce the risk of irritated and allergic babies' skin. Caring for baby's skin can be practically a little complicated and requires high patience. But, understanding these three keys, might help your worries.
- Find out what conditions you can still treat at home.
- Find out what conditions need medical care.
- Find out how to prevent skin problems.
2. The skin can also be spotty
Acne in infants is not the same as acne in teenagers. Research shows that acne in infants is caused by yeast, not oil. His skin will be more pimpled around the nose and cheeks. However, this condition can usually go away on its own in a few weeks.
3. Prone to sunburn
Avoid drying your child in direct sunlight, especially at 10am to 4pm. Because the baby's skin is very sensitive to sunlight and can burn quickly because he hasn't developed melanin to protect his own skin.
So, if you are forced to take it out of the room that allows it to be exposed to sunlight, you can apply baby sunscreen to the skin. Don't forget, also use headgear, glasses, and umbrellas every time you take him outside.
3. Not all babies have birthmarks
Most babies have birthmarks on their skin. The location can be anywhere. Birthmarks, which generally look typical on this skin, are not inherited. So, even if you have a birthmark in a particular part of your body, your little one doesn't necessarily have it in the same place, or even he can't have it at all.
Generally birthmarks do not need to worry and do not need treatment. But, if your baby's birthmark worries you, talk to your pediatrician.
4. Crusty scalp can disappear on its own
Crusty scalp can appear during the first or second month of birth. Usually this condition is harmless and will disappear by itself over time. Crusty scalp in medical language is called seborrheic dermatitis, this is due to too much oil production. This condition generally appears followed by a red rash and yellowish, thick scaly skin with oil in the area of the head, eyebrows, eyelids, sides of the nose, or behind the ears.
5. Often prickly heat appears
Prickly heat is a common problem that is often experienced by babies, causing small bumps pink. Usually prickly heat appears on the body parts of the baby who sweat most often, such as the neck, groin area, armpits, and skin folds.
The cool and dry environment and loose clothing are the best ways to deal with this condition.
6. Babies do not need to use powder
Babies can breathe very fine powder granules. This makes him susceptible to lung problems. Especially in infants who have respiratory problems such as asthma. So, you should avoid using powder too often in your baby.
7. Do not bathe it often
Remember, baby's skin is very soft and sensitive. So make sure the skin is well protected. Baby's skin that is too often in contact with water, more than three times a week, can erode the natural oil levels in the body. In fact, the oil is a natural moisturizer that can keep the skin from drying out.
You simply cleanse the body by wiping it using a soft wet towel 2-3 times a week. Especially for the genital area, you can clean it with a little water or add soap. But remember, choose special baby soap that does not contain detergents.
8. Diaper rash can be prevented
If your baby has red skin around the groin area, that's a sign that he has diaper rash. The main rash is caused by irritation caused by:
- Wear diapers that are too tight
- Wearing wet diapers that are too long
- Sensitive to certain brands of detergents, diapers or baby wipes
Many new parents mistake all babies for diaper rash. Even though this condition is quite common, diaper rash is very preventable. You can avoid diaper rash by:
- Immediately change dirty or wet diapers and do it as often as possible.
- Clean all parts of the skin that are often covered by diapers to complete, especially on each skin fold.
- Don't let your baby always wear diapers. Baby's skin also requires good air circulation to be able to "breathe". The more often the baby's skin is free from diapers and air contact, the risk of diaper rash is also reduced.
