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Sunday 15 November 2015

A useful tip for new mommies - A Natural remedy to safeguard your baby from painful diaper rashes

Wet and tight diapers can lead to the bothersome diaper rashes. A baby’s skin is soft and sensitive and needs to stay away from chemicals and harsh skin care products. Most mothers resort to home remedies and natural ingredients to prevent and reduce diaper rashes. Sesame oil is one such ingredient. Read about the causes of diaper rashes.
How sesame oil helps?
According to a study conducted in China on 80 babies suffering from diaper rashes, applying sesame oil proved to be more effective than a diaper cream of a popular brand. Sesame oil has also been traditionally used in India to prevent diaper rashes. Being a natural emollient, the oil soothes and moisturises the baby’s skin and provides relief from the itching or burning caused by rashes. It also acts as a barrier and prevents diaper rashes. Sesame oil is also a key ingredient in many herbal formulations to treat rashes, skin allergies, dry skin itching and other skin issues. The demulcent and antibacterial properties of sesame oil reduce inflammations and relieve pain 
Gently massage a little sesame oil on the rash prone areas every day to prevent rashes. You can apply it on existing rashes for quicker healing.


5 tips to banish them :


1) Diaper rashes in babies are very common. These rashes can be painful and bothersome to your little one making the skin go red, spreading all over the private parts. While it is painful to see your baby cry and wail in pain with those rashes, there is a lot you can do to prevent them. Try these tricks to deal with your baby’s diaper rashes.
2) Offer a change of diaper frequently, one in every three hours would be ideal. Even during the night. Clean your baby’s privates thoroughly during every change and pat dry. Do not rub the privates vigorously. Remember to sanitize your own hands before and after every change.
3) Chuck the diapers which promise better fragrance or are perfumed. They are bound to be loaded with chemicals. Also keep away from wipes that are dabbed in alcohol solutions or have other sweet smells. Rinse your baby’s bottom with warm water or wipe out with a wet cloth. If you use cotton nappies make sure you wash them thoroughly so there are no remains of harsh detergents.
4) Introduce one food at a time and wait to see if it causes rashes anywhere in your baby’s body, including the diaper area. If it does, do the obvious. Take that food off the plate for a while. Breastfeed your child as long as you can even after introducing solids, as it ups immunity and helps to reduce the chances of rashes.
5) Do not fasten the diaper too tightly. Buy a pack that’s right for your baby’s age and weight. This will ensure better air circulation and fit well. Try few brands before you end up with the best one. Try and keep your baby off diapers whenever possible. Allow him to sleep bare bottom with a plastic cover over your mattress at times.

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