Top tips for preventing nappy rash

By following good skincare routines you can help prevent your baby from developing nappy rash.

• Leave the nappy off as much as possible which helps the skin stay dry and allows fresh air to get into the skin
• Change the nappy regularly to avoid contact with faeces or urine
• Apply a suitable barrier cream or ointment such as zinc oxide after each nappy change, to help reduce the contact your baby's skin has with urine and faeces

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  . Morhulin, a treatment for nappy rash, contains zinc oxide and has the added benefit of natural cod liver oil which promotes healing
• Avoid using soaps when cleaning the nappy area as they can irritate the skin. Water alone is best or if you are out and about, a wet wipe without alcohol is a good alternative
• Use soft material such as cotton wool when wiping the skin and dry your baby's bottom by patting (not rubbing) it with a towel
• Don't use powders such as talcum powder when changing your baby's nappy because unlike a barrier cream, it doesn't offer any protection from urine and faeces and it can also cause friction and irritate your baby's skin