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Rashes of all types are very common in babies and young children, whether it's from eczema, which is quite common and can flare up often in some babies; a diaper rash caused by moisture and chafing; a drool rash that shows up when your baby is teething; a heat rash during hot and humid weather when sweat gland openings get blocked; or another type. Send a picture to your doctor to help you identify the rash if you're unsure.
Give lukewarm bath (not hot, no bubbles) for 5-10 minutes daily max or every other day using a gentle hypoallergenic cleanser; giving frequent long baths can dry out the skin, worsening eczema
Pat skin dry, then liberally apply ointment right away; if baby was prescribed topical steroid, apply that first!
Use a humidifier if the air is dry where baby sleeps
Dress baby in soft cotton clothes (not wool or polyester)
Use fragrance-free laundry detergent; avoid dryer sheets & fabric softeners
Minimize exposure to perfumes, dust, smoke, pet dander, and other irritants
Scratching can increase the itch; try dressing baby in cotton gloves or cuffed bodysuits
Keep nails short to avoid infection from scratching eczema patches
Change diaper often
Keep diaper loose
Use hypoallergenic wipes like water wipes
Pat dry
Liberally apply ointment at each diaper change
Apply cool wet washcloth to remove sweat, then dry
Do not use ointments
Stay cool: lightweight clothing, A/C, stroller fan
Pat chin dry
Apply an ointment
Use cloth bib to keep chin dry
If you have questions or concerns about your baby we advise contacting your pediatrician.
Rash looks infected (pus, oozing)
Rash accompanied by fever
Skin is cracked or bleeding
Itching seems severe
Rash getting worse
You child looks or acts very sick
