It will also help prevent friction from the diaper.
Apply a DESITIN ® diaper rash treatment to protect baby’s tender skinĪpplying a barrier ointment or paste protects the skin from further injury while creating a more optimal environment to allow the skin to heal. Better yet, allow your baby to go without a diaper for a little while to let her bottom air-dry and then apply a thick barrier of protection when you do re-diaper. Once you have finished cleaning your baby’s bottom, pat it dry (no rubbing!) before applying a thick barrier of protection. One key step to healing diaper rash is keeping the area clean and dry. Clean the soiled, outer layer and leave the ointment on the skin to avoid damaging delicate skin as it heals. If you have already applied a diaper rash treatment at the previous diaper change, don’t worry about removing any leftover ointment. Use your wipe or washcloth to gently pat skin, being careful not to rub. Whether you use wipes or a washcloth, it’s important to avoid further irritating damaged skin. Warm water should do the job use a gentle baby cleanser only if the stool does not come off easily. You may prefer to use a soft, wet washcloth to gently clean the diaper area. Your best choices are wipes that have been clinically tested or proven mild to the skin. If you use wipes during diaper changes, make sure you choose ones that are mild, gentle, and designed for your baby’s special needs. In newborns or babies with diaper rash and/or diarrhea, you will need to check even more frequently. Since you may not always know when your baby needs a change, check the diaper at least every two hours.
That means changing wet or soiled diapers right away. Always keep your baby’s skin as clean and dry as possible.