Many parents say that baby's skin is difficult to care for. Yes, the skin of a newborn is very delicate. Although it is a protective barrier against external infections, it is easily irritated by sweat, urine, milk, and dust in the air, leading to inflammation. Therefore, in addition to bathing the newborn regularly to keep the skin clean and reduce the chances of infection, there are a few other points to note:
Avoid using ointments indiscriminately
The skin of a newborn is thin, rich in blood vessels, and has a strong absorption and permeability. Therefore, ointments should not be used indiscriminately on newborns, especially those containing steroids. If they must be used, they should be discontinued once the condition improves and should never be used for long periods of time. When bathing the newborn, use mild baby soap or neutral soap that is less irritating and avoid using adult perfumed soap or medicated soap.
Do not tear off scabs
Newborns have strong secretion functions in their sweat glands and sebaceous glands. Sebum is prone to overflow, especially on the top of the head (fontanelle), eyebrows, bridge of the nose, external auditory canal, and behind the ear. If not cleaned regularly, it can combine with dust in the air and skin debris to form a thick layer of scabs. Therefore, when cleaning, apply vegetable oil on the scabs first, soak them until they soften, and then rinse with water to remove them. Do not use your hands to tear off the scabs to avoid damaging the skin.
Finally, some additional tips
Newborn skin is delicate, with a thin stratum corneum and a lack of elasticity. It has a poor ability to defend against external forces and can be easily injured by even minor forces. After skin damage, it is also prone to infection. Therefore, newborns should wear appropriate clothing, shoes, and socks to avoid any factors that may damage the skin. Apply baby lotion after bathing to reduce surface friction.
