Heat Rash in Babies

Babies, especially newborns, have delicate and sensitive skin. And it's hard to see them with the heat rash which can be painful and uncomfortable. It occurs when sweat gland pores get blocked. Little red bumps and tiny blisters form on the skin. This is a very common condition in toddlers and usually appears in hot and humid weather.

If your baby’s on the move or it’s just hot where you are, they’re bound to sweat. This means there’s a chance of them getting a heat rash, especially in warmer weather.

Symptoms:

1. Redness
2. Itchiness
3. Red small bumps

These can commonly appear in:

1. Neck folds
2. Elbow and knee creases
3. Armpits
4. Inner thighs

What can cause a Heat Rash?

• Immature sweat ducts: A newborn baby has a higher risk of contracting heat rash because her sweat ducts are still developing. If your infant is in an NICU incubator, has a fever, or is simply overdressed, a heat rash may be more likely to develop.
• Immature sweat ducts: A newborn baby has a higher risk of contracting heat rash because her sweat ducts are still developing. If your infant is in an NICU incubator, has a fever, or is simply overdressed, a heat rash may be more likely to develop.
• Physical exercise: Sweat-inducing physical activity can make heat rash more likely.
• Physical exercise: Sweat-inducing physical activity can make heat rash more likely.

Treatment

Aside from cooling the affected area, heat rash is not thought to be a dangerous ailment and typically resolves on its own. To keep your youngster at ease, you can attempt the following at-home treatments:

• Apply a cold compress to the injured region.
• Instead of gently rubbing off your child after a cool shower or bath, let her skin air dry.Use BabynU Gentle Wash and Shampoo for a cooling and soothing bathtime.
• Use a fan or air conditioner to gently blow air over your child's skin.
• It is advisable to avoid applying ointments to your child's heat rash because they can further obstruct the sweat ducts. Consult your healthcare practitioner if these solutions don't help the heat rash.