Diaper Rash

Diaper rash is a very common condition in which a baby’s skin becomes red, irritated and sore in and around the area covered by her diaper. It occurs in part because a baby’s delicate skin is so susceptible to irritation from the high acidity of bodily excretions like urine. It may also be due to a sensitivity your baby has to a chemical contained in the baby powder, wipes or soap that you are using. Keeping the area clean and dry and loosening the diaper somewhat may alleviate this problem, but your pediatrician or family doctor can also provide assistance in addressing it if need be.