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How To Identify, Prevent & Treat Diaper Rash

Identify, prevent and treat diaper rash with this helpful guide from JOHNSON’S®

50 to 60% of all babies will suffer from diaper rash at some time. Diaper rash can lead to an increased frequency of crying, changes in eating habits and sleep patterns, agitated and restless behavior and sometime less urination and/or defecation to avoid pain. Careful care when changing your baby’s diaper can help prevent diaper rash.

Clean

Use mild wipes or a warm, wet washcloth to gently cleanse your baby’s skin

Dry

Keep your baby’s skin as dry as possible

Apply

Apply a thick layer of safe yet effective zinc oxide based cream on the diaper area every time you change the diaper

  • Keep your baby clean and dry by changing the diaper frequently.

  • Clean your baby’s diaper area well at each diaper change. Remember to pat her skin dry don’t rub.

  • Don’t put on the diaper too tight, as it allows better air circulation and speeds healing. You could even let your baby sleep with a bare bottom.

  • If the problem still persists, you should immediately contact a doctor.

Be careful not to apply your baby’s diaper too tightly

Let your baby go without her diaper as much as possible

Apply baby powder at every diaper change.It repels moisture and reduces friction on the skin

Change your baby’s diaper often

Choose right sized diaper

Choose the right-sized diaper

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Effectively clean and protect from Diaper Rash

Did you know? Repeated use of cloth and water can erode your baby's skin's natural protective layer and lead to rashes. That's why Johnson's Baby Skincare Wipes is enriched with moisturizing ingredients that help protect against redness, and rash while effectively cleaning your baby.

More About Diaper Rash

Know all about the causes of diaper rash and measures to treat it, with this easy guide.

Solution For Diaper Rash

Secure your baby's smile by protecting her skin from diaper rash, with JOHNSON'S® Baby Diaper Rash Powder. Know more about its benefits, here.

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