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The baby’s skin is very delicate - any mistake in care can lead to redness, itching and rashes. Because of this, the child may worry, have difficulty sleeping at night and cry even in his arms.
But redness and rashes can be avoided if you follow simple rules in caring for your baby. We'll tell you about the most common mistakes that you should avoid.
Error No. 1. Overheating
The thermoregulation of children differs from the thermoregulation of adults - they freeze quickly and overheat just as quickly. If the room is hot and the baby is wearing a diaper, warm clothes and a blanket, the baby may sweat intensely. Excess moisture leads to irritation, especially in the folds of the skin - this can lead to diaper rash.
To avoid diaper rash, do not overheat your baby. The optimal room temperature for a newborn is 20-24 °C. With this mode, one layer of light clothing is enough.
When walking, you should wear one more layer of clothing on your baby than on yourself. For example, if you are comfortable in a sweater and jeans, your child should be wearing tights, pants, a long-sleeve sweater and a light windbreaker.
If you are worried that your child will freeze, check his condition. A cold neck and upper back indicate that he is really cold. Then it’s worth adding another layer of clothing to him.
Error No. 2. Improper hygiene
When changing a diaper, it is advisable to wash your baby every time. If it is not possible to do this, for example, you are on a walk or on a trip, you can use wet wipes.
There is another extreme - constantly wash the baby with soap. Even children's products can dry out delicate skin if used frequently. Pediatricians advise not to use soap unless absolutely necessary and to use it no more than once a day.
Error No. 3. Lots of diaper products
It is wrong to use powder every time you change a diaper. It can roll up and prevent the baby from moving, especially if the baby sweats a lot. And if you don't change the diaper often, rolled-off powder can lead to irritation.
The cream should also not be applied at every diaper change. It protects the skin well from the effects of ammonia contained in urine. But with frequent use, the child’s skin cannot independently regulate its condition.
Cream and powder are best used as prescribed by a doctor: when the baby has problems. The pediatrician will tell you how to deal with them: for example, he will recommend a cream for dry skin, and powder for diaper rash and prickly heat. An alternative is to choose diapers that quickly absorb moisture and leave your baby's skin dry: this will reduce the risk of skin irritation.
Error No. 4. Негипоаллергенный подгузник
Any chemical compound in the diaper can cause an allergy. During an allergic reaction, your baby’s skin doesn’t just turn red and itchy—it can become covered in painful sores. Therefore, it is worth using hypoallergenic diapers.
Hypoallergenic diapers - those in which:
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no fragrances or fragrances;
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Chlorine was not used to bleach cellulose - it releases dioxins, recognized by WHO as a carcinogen.
Information about the composition of diapers can be found on the packaging or on the manufacturer’s official website.
For example, YokoSun diapers and panties meet these criteria. For their production, Japanese absorbent and American cellulose are used, which does not need to be bleached with chlorine.
Error No. 5. Wrong size
There are two extremes at which the baby’s skin can suffer:
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if the diaper is small, it can rub the skin - this can cause redness, especially if the baby is hot;
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if the diaper is too big, it may leak - this can also lead to skin irritation.
Therefore, you should choose diapers according to the weight indicated on the package.
Sometimes it’s worth using adjacent sizes. The structure and shape of the body is individual for each baby, so diapers selected by weight can fit tightly and rub, or vice versa - leak. Then it is better to choose a different size.
Error No. 6. Rare diaper change
If you rarely change the diaper, it becomes wet inside. Ammonia in urine can corrode your baby's skin. Therefore, change the diaper every time it is full. You can determine fullness using a special indicator if the diapers have one.
Other problems can also lead to moisture and subsequent skin irritation:
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poor quality of absorbent material;
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gradual rather than instant absorption;
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accumulation of liquid in one place.
Therefore, you should choose diapers with high-quality absorbent material. For example, YokoSun uses Japanese absorbent: it quickly absorbs and retains moisture. The diapers keep you dry even during a night's sleep, which can last 12 hours.
If you use diapers correctly and monitor your baby’s hygiene, you can avoid troubles in the form of irritation, diaper rash, and allergic reactions. Pay attention to YokoSun: it is Japanese quality at an affordable price. The Russian brand produces panties and diapers using Japanese technology: they are soft, comfortable and dry even at night.