What Causes Nappy Rash? 7 Reasons and How to Prevent it
Even if you follow a regular routine, no two days are the same and there are certain reasons why your baby may be more prone to nappy rash. Keep scrolling as we explain what causes nappy rash in infants and tips on preventing it, from the experts in happy bums.
Weaning
Weaning
Weaning your baby onto solid foods can lead to looser stools or diarrhoea, which then leads to a greater likelihood of nappy rash occurring.
Common cold
Common cold
The common cold is bad enough for adults, let alone for a baby who needs all the help and protection you can provide. When a little one has a cold, their stools are usually looser, meaning that nappy rash is more likely to occur. Click below to learn how to help!
Teething
Teething
Teething can be a stressful time for a little one (as well as for parents). A runny nose, lots of saliva and diarrhoea are often signs of teething, and this is also a time when nappy rash can strike.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics
Nappy rash is often linked to antibiotic use. Antibiotics may mildly upset the digestive system, leading to diarrhoea which makes nappy rash more likely.
First sleep
First sleep
Trust us, you will remember the first time your baby sleeps through the night for the rest of your life! Although an absolute treat for us Mitosyl parents, a long sleep for your baby can be a trigger for nappy rash, as they spend a longer time in the same nappy.
Diet
Diet
Moving on from breast milk can be a sensitive time for your little one's tummy, which may lead to watery stools - so don't worry if the content of your baby's nappies is looking a little off! Make sure you look out for any signs of nappy rash though.
Loose stools
Loose stools
Diarrhoea - we don't need to say much about this topic, just that it's not the most pleasant for you or your baby. Nappy rash usually starts when the baby's skin is in prolonged contact with urine and faeces, so of course diarrhoea can be a common trigger for nappy rash.
