LilSugar

Tips to Aid Diaper Rash Naturally

babysugar — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:02:12 -0700

It is torture to watch a babe with a bloody bumpy bottom writhe in pain. Every time they relieve themselves, it becomes a fire drill for the mom as she scurries to change the tot at record pace. While many parents would try just about anything to rid their child of such a situation, there are natural remedies to put a stop to the redness.

Wash cloths: Use warm water on wash rags instead of wipes. Most wipes contain alcohol and irritate the diaper rash further while stinging the child's bum.

To see my other tips, read more.

Reduce acids: Avoid juices like lemonade and orange juice and foods containing loads of acid.
Air dry: Allow the tot to be bare bottomed as long as possible. Some moms swear by a blow dryer to help dry the child immediately after a diaper change. If doing this, make sure to keep the heat very low and the dryer a safe distance from the rear.

The bottom line (har har) is to keep the tyke as clean and dry as possible. Sing with me, "Come on over baby. There's a whole lot of changing goin' on... Change it baby, change it."

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Would You Buy Pregnancy Products by These Names?

LilSugar — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 06:00:53 -0800

You can't judge a book by its cover, but can you pick on a product line because of its name? LeastLikely2Breed sells a line of remedies ($6 - $18) for expectant and new mamas. From stretch mark potion to nipple salve and hemorrhoid ointment to vaginal jelly, there's even some diaper rash balm for baby. But the names of the products are another story. In your ninth month of pregnancy, would you find humor or insult in rubbing Whale Oil ($12) on your big belly?

Ecotot: Bummas

LilSugar — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:00:11 -0700

If you've got a babe with a sensitive bum or are just concerned about the world they will grow up in, Bummas ($17) are soft, reusable cloth wipes that will help your child steer clear of diaper rash and unnecessary waste. Sold in colorful 10 packs called The Boys, The Girls, The Calm Ones and The Wild Ones, the 5"x7" cotton woven velour terry cloths are great for shielding parents from their son's squirts, patting dry a baby's bottom before diapering or using in lieu of wipes. Bummas also double as burpers and can be laundered at home.