Friday, August 5, 2011

How To Treat and Prevent Diaper Rash

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from CinemaSlam and more videos in the Baby Feeding & Diapers category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Ouch! Is your baby's bottom red and sore? Say goodbye to diaper rash with these tried-and-true remedies. To complete this How-To you will need: Diapers Diaper-rash cream Unscented baby wipes Unscented, alcohol-free soap Washcloths A squirt bottle (optional) (optional) Cotton balls (optional) (optional) Warm water (optional) (optional) Step 1: Change more often Most rashes happen because of moisture trapped against skin. So the first step toward clearing one up is to change your baby's diaper more often -- at least every two hours or so, as well as the minute you realize that it may be wet or soiled. Tip: Disposable diapers tend to be better at keeping rashes at bay than cloth ones. If you use cloth, but your baby's rash-prone, consider using disposables overnight. Step 2: Clean the area Urine and poop left behind can make rashes worse, so clean the diaper area thoroughly at every change. Use unscented wipes, without any added ingredients that could further irritate skin, and use unscented, alcohol-free soap during baths. Tip: Sometimes a warm, damp washcloth can be less irritating than wipes. You can also fill a squeeze ...

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