Baby skin sensitivity: causes and symptoms

Signs of a baby’s sensitive skin

• Dry skin.
• Cracked and flaky skin.
• Skin redness.
• Irritated and infected skin.
• Sensitivity to heat.
• Recurrent diaper rash.
• Skin rash that is caused by certain clothes or baby products.

Normal skin conditions in babies

• Redness around the mouth after spitting or drooling.
• Baby acne is very common and usually goes away after a few weeks.
• Red birthmarks.
• Milia, the little white bumps on the baby’s face.

Baby skin sensitivity types

• Your baby’s soft skin is prone to these sensitivities:
• Eczema: a very common case of skin sensitivity and dryness.
• Cradle cap: it is very common and most of the time doesn’t require treatment.
• Contact dermatitis.

Causes of Baby skin sensitivity

• Too much bathing and exposure to water and bathing products.
• Baby products containing perfume or alcohol.
• Some detergents and softeners.
• Tight clothing.
• Tight swaddle.
• Airconditioning.
• Sun exposure.
• Exposure to dust and sand.
• Food or milk allergy.

Treatment

• Choose baby clothes and covers that are made of natural breathable materials.
• Make sure your baby wears the right size of clothes and diapers and that they are not too tight.
• Change your baby’s diaper frequently and keep the diaper area clean and dry.
• Use hypoallergenic products to wash the baby’s clothes and blankets.
• Use baby products that are safe for your little one’s soft skin.
• Keep your child’s skin clean without overbathing.
• Make sure your house is dust free.
• Always check the temperature around your baby, and make sure it is not too cold or too hot.
• Protect your baby from the sun by using safe sunscreen, and a cap.

When to see a doctor?

• If the dry skin is not responding to moisturizers.
• A skin infection that has puss.
• High temperature. 

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