Baby's skin is known to be thinner and more sensitive than adult skin, making it prone to irritation and other skin problems. Baby's skin needs extra care to maintain its health. If not taken care of properly, a baby's sensitive skin can experience various skin problems such as diaper rash, prickly heat, eczema, and cradle cap.
So, how do you take care of your baby's sensitive skin to keep it healthy and comfortable? Check out these tips!
Problems with Sensitive Baby Skin
Your little one's skin is different from adult skin conditions. Moms and Dads need to know what skin problems are prone to occur on sensitive baby skin. Here's a list of skin problems in sensitive babies:
1. Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is the most common skin problem in babies. Usually, this rash appears due to the friction of a moist diaper that is not changed immediately. Diaper rash is characterized by reddish skin and sometimes small spots that make the baby fussy due to discomfort.
2. Prickly heat
Prickly heat or miliaria occurs because the pores of a baby's small skin are easily clogged. This causes a reddish, itchy rash, especially in skin folds such as the neck, back and armpits.
3. Eczema
Eczema in babies is usually genetic and is characterized by dry, reddish and itchy skin. According to the National Eczema Association, about 10-20% of babies develop eczema, especially in their first year of life. Allergies, dry air, or the use of unsuitable skincare products can trigger eczema.
4. Cradle Cap
Cradle cap is a condition where the baby's scalp is scaly, crusty and looks like dandruff. It can be caused by excess oil production or a fungus developing on the baby's scalp. Although harmless, cradle cap can make a baby's scalp look unclean and sometimes cause mild irritation.
How to Care for Sensitive Baby Skin
A newborn's skin is very delicate and sensitive. Even this sensitive skin can continue until he grows up. So, to build a strong foundation and not trigger other skin problems, here's how to take care of sensitive baby skin:
1. Pay Attention to Baby Bathing
Bathing a baby is fun, but if not done properly it can cause their skin to dry out. Use warm (not hot) water and special baby soap that is free of fragrance and alcohol. Limit the bath time to 5-10 minutes so that the baby's skin does not lose its natural moisture.
2. Change diapers regularly
Diapers that are rarely changed can cause diaper rash. Make sure you change your baby's diaper every 2-3 hours or immediately after the baby poops. Choose diapers with high absorbency to keep the surface dry and not cause excessive friction on baby's skin.
3. Choose the Right Clothing Material
Use cotton clothes that are soft and breathable so that the baby's skin can continue to breathe properly. Avoid synthetic clothing that can cause the baby's skin to sweat more easily and get prickly heat.
4. Use Moisturizer
Sensitive baby skin tends to dry out easily, especially after bathing. Use a special baby moisturizer that contains natural ingredients such as shea butter or almond oil to keep their skin moisturized.
5. Avoid Direct Sunlight Exposure
Baby's skin is very sensitive to sunlight, so avoid direct exposure especially between 10:00-16:00. If you have to leave the house, wear a hat, long sleeves, use a special baby sunscreen that is safe for his skin.
MAKUKU Comfort Fit, Comfortable and Safe Diapers
In addition to daily care, choosing the right diaper is also very important to maintain the health of baby's sensitive skin. MAKUKU Comfort Fit comes with SAP Thin Core technology that locks in fluids better, keeping the diaper surface dry and reducing the risk of diaper rash.
For extra comfort, this diaper has elastic at the waist and thighs which prevents reddish marks on baby's skin, available for sizes M-XXL. While for size NB, there is a Belly Button U-Shape feature that is specially designed to protect baby's umbilical cord from being compressed.
With a design that fits the baby's body, MAKUKU Comfort Fit makes your little one more free to move and play comfortably throughout the day.
Taking care of sensitive baby skin does require extra attention, but with proper care and selection of appropriate products, Moms and Dads can keep your little one's skin healthy and comfortable. Don't forget, choose MAKUKU Comfort Fit as your popok for better baby skin protection.
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