subject: Information Mothers Must Have About Natural Treatments For Diaper (nappy) Rash [print this page] Nappy rashes are as a result of irritation of the skin from prolonged contact with urine and feces. This is because the nappies form a moist atmosphere that is in contact with the infant's skin. The process results to skin irritation that can cause fungal infections to the infant if not treated in good time. The natural treatments for nappy rash have become more common because of the other problems that are caused by the chemical treatment. The use of these natural methods is becoming popular by the day for they contain no harmful substances that can affect the infants.
This form of treatment can be administered in several methods. The first one is the use of oatmeal. The procedure is easy because all one has to do is add oatmeal to warm baby bath water for up to twenty minutes. One should also keep the water in constant motion and then dry the baby using a soft towel.
Vegetable oil has also been established to be a cure for this sort of irritation. Apply the oil on the bottom of the baby. On the other hand, a one cup of water mixed with one teaspoon of cider vinegar can be used. This mixture should be applied on the rashes with a cotton wool to make the skin smooth.
Roasting flour in a pan and using it on the affected area can also be used to treat this problem. Make sure that the flour turns to golden brown. The administration is to applying it on the baby after each nappy change.
In addition, you can try treating the rashes using baking soda. This is done by adding two tablespoonful of baking soda to the babies' warm bathing water. Give the baby a sit bath for at least ten minutes three times a day.
Finally, you can opt to use petroleum jelly for the treatment of this infection. Just ply the jelly on the baby's skin. The jelly helps in keeping the moisture from the infant's skin by creating a barrier. This helps to avoid the infant from being infected but as a precaution make sure to change the child's nappy every three hours in order to prevent irritation due to the heat.
Apart from treating rashes, homeopathic treatments can also be used to treat high blood pressure, prevention of cancer, headaches, and diabetes. These are some of the natural treatments for nappy rash and you can try on the remedy that will suit your baby well.
