All about nappy rash

How to prevent it

Nappy rash is very common, but there are a few steps you can take to help reduce the change of your baby getting nappy rash:

• Try to leave your baby's nappy off as much as possible so your baby's bottom can enjoy some warm dry air (if your worried about accidents, put your baby on a big towel!.
• Change nappies as soon as they are wet or soiled so that your baby's delicate skin is not in contact with urine or faeces for too long.
• If possible, avoid using wipes containing fragrance or alcohol as they may irritate your baby's skin. Use plain water to wash your baby's bottoms and clean it thoroughtly before putting a new nappy on. If you need to use soap, make sure it's gentle, perfume-free and designed for use on babies.
• Apply a barrier cream or ointment, such as Metanium Everyday after each nappy change. It's best not to use powders (such as talcum powder) when changing nappies because, unlike barrier cream, it doesn't protect your baby against urine and faeces. 1
• Dry your baby's bottom by patting it dry rather than rubbing with a towel. Make sure the nappy area is quite dry before putting on a fresh nappy.

A good skincare routine, including the regular use of barrier ointment or cream will help protect your baby from nappy rash. But don't worry if in spite of taking all these steps, your baby occasionally has a bout of nappy rash. At any one time, one in three nappy wearing infants has nappy rash but it can usually be treated quite easily with an effective nappy rash treatment such as Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment.
Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment is a medicine. Always read the label.

Reference
1.http://www.cks.nhs.uk/nappy_rash/management/scenario_nappy_rash#376065006