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6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Baby's Milk Rash

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6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Baby's Milk Rash6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Baby's Milk Rash

Make your baby’s skin silky smooth again by trying these effective milk rash remedies.

Babies are born with soft and silky smooth skin. Unfortunately, they can have rashes within days or months of birth. These rashes are common albeit hideous, one of which you’ll find is the milk rash. Thankfully, it doesn’t cause any pain or discomfort to your baby.

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6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Babys Milk Rash

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The most common rash that babies get is the milk rash. Milk rashes are identified as reddish rash that might appear on the newborn baby’s chin, cheeks or nose. For older babies, it could be characterized as white pimple-like growths that may appear on the face or shoulders. Milk rash causes Typically, milk rashes are an allergic reaction to milk formulas or a hormonal reaction to your breast milk. At other times, these rashes can also appear if milk had dried up on your baby’s face and wasn’t wiped clean. These rashes may also appear if your child’s skin is always wet with saliva or comes in contact with harsh fabrics or chemicals like perfumes or colognes.

6 Simple Milk Rash Remedies

Even without applying any milk rash remedies, this annoying baby rash disappears on its own. But because it is unsightly, parents want to get rid of it immediately by applying creams.

One of the primary milk rash remedies is a steroid cream. This is usually prescribed by a doctor especially when the rashes are very red, thick and persistent. However, most parents are wary about using this cream as it can cause skin thinning and increase sensitivity.

There is also a variety of other ways to relieve your child from such rashes. If you want to get rid of the rashes on your baby’s delicate skin, you can try these six simple remedies. Other milk rash remedies that are deemed effective by numerous parents are the following:

1. Jasmine Flowers

6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Babys Milk Rash

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Common in Southeast Asia, jasmine flowers are white, sweet smelling flowers that are often used in natural remedies because of its healing compounds. While jasmine flowers are typically used as a sedative, anti-depressant and aphrodisiac, it is considered as one of the most potent milk rash remedies. Chill the flowers before use and rub it gently on your baby’s rash. The oils that are released in the flowers not only clear up the rashes but it also moisturises the skin. Do note that before use of these flowers, we advise consulting your doctor, just to be on the safe side.

2. Wondercreams

6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Babys Milk Rash

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Considered as one of the best milk rash remedies, Wondercreams are effective, inexpensive and versatile. By regularly applying a thin layer, these creams heal and soothe milk rashes fast.

3. Mild Cleansers

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Oftentimes the gentlest rash remedies are the most effective. Try washing your baby’s face with Cetaphil or Physiogel cleansers as these are proven to clear up milk rashes in just a few days.

4. Breast Milk

6 Simple Solutions To Fight Against Your Babys Milk Rash

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Believe it or not, breast milk is considered as one of the milk rashes remedies. It safe to use and has natural healing properties. Just wet a cotton ball with breast milk and gently rub it on the rash daily until it disappears.

5. Wet Cloth

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Milk rashes can both be prevented and healed with the use of a clean, wet cloth. To clear up the rash, make sure to wipe your baby with the cloth after feedings.

6. Regular Towel/Clothing Change

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After feedings, some babies make a mess with their drool and milk. Make it a habit to frequently change bibs, clothing or drool towel to prevent milk rash exacerbation.

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Do you have more remedies to recommend? Please share it with us by leaving a comment.

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