Baby Skin 101
Soft as a baby’s bottom?!? Why didn’t anyone tell us that many babies have sensitive, dry and irritated skin? At times, you may feel like a mad scientist trying to figure out the exact combination of products that will give your baby that soft bottom you thought was an automatic given. Read on to find out how these real moms solve their baby’s sensitive skin issues.
Moisture Galore
“CeraVe Baby Moisturizing Lotion is hands down the best lotion for sensitive skin! It’s made specifically for chapped or cracked skin, but we use it as a daily lotion and it’s fantastic!”
- Samantha, mother of two
Eczema Buster
“Pine Tar Soap has been the only thing that’s helped my toddler’s eczema. The smell is strong, but you can’t argue with the results.”
- Blake, mother of two
Au Natural
“Natural solutions work best for me. For diaper rash, we do baking soda baths. Another thing that’s really helped is diluting a couple of drops of tea tree essential oil in the water and using it on a cloth to clean and soothe the irritated area.”
– Helen, mother of one, another on the way
Skip the Daily Bath
“Limit baths. I noticed a big improvement in my baby’s skin when I stopped bathing her every day. Now we do every other day in the winter months, and it’s really helped with her dry skin.”
– Lisa, mother of two
Pampers Sensitive Wipes
Changing your baby can be one of the most loving moments of the day. With Pampers Sensitive wipes’ unique Softgrip Texture, your baby will enjoy less wiping for more gentle cleaning, which is a win-win for both Mom and Baby.
Plus Pampers Sensitive wipes are 20% thicker than Pampers regular wipes, which makes changing time easier for Mom and happier for Baby’s skin. So play that extra game of peekaboo on the changing table or blow a few more raspberries on their tummy, Baby won’t mind!
Coconut Miracle
“I love to use coconut oil on my boys. Not only does it smell great, but it’s wonderful on their skin. I warm it between my hands to soften and melt it, and then give them massages. I also use it on my own skin.”
– Betty, mother of two
The Magic of Breast Milk
“Breast milk fixes everything. Whenever I see a little rash or bumps, I dab some fresh breast milk on it and voila! It totally works and it’s free!”
- Ashley, mother of one
Naked Time
“Naked baby! I try to keep my son’s skin clean, dry and unclothed as much as possible. I’ve noticed that giving his skin a break from products, diapers and fabrics helps his sensitive skin.”
– Beth, mother of two
Magic Cream
“The only thing our family uses is Vanicream. Their creams and lotions are fabulous, paraben-free and cheap! We use all of their creams and the boys use their soap, too.”
– Laura, mother of two
The Daily Regime
“I’ve got a whole regimen! Lukewarm baths (every other night), all baths are oatmeal baths, cotton clothing, natural products like coconut oil or argon oil, and we try to stay out of the cold, harsh weather.”
-Golnaz, mother of one (and she’s a doctor, so she knows her stuff)
