4 Mom-recommended Diaper Rash Remedies

Everybody knows that caring for a baby has its own set of challenges. When I first became a mom to our eldest child almost seven years ago, I remember fretting over and worrying about the smallest things. Without any access to the Internet during that time and with only one parenting book in my arsenal, I would sometimes feel helpless and doubt my motherly instincts. Luckily for many of us now, sites like Smart Parenting can help provide us with the information and tips we need to brave the sometimes rocky road of parenthood.

When my eldest was a newborn, he rarely had diaper rashes. It was different for our second child though, who had a persistent fungal diaper rash that took weeks to clear up. The rash was a "side effect" of the different antibiotics given to her after she was born, which made her susceptible to fungal infections. Now, with my third baby, diaper rash incidents are few and far between. I chalk this up to two things: experience, and the numerous natural products that we use which help prevent and treat diaper rash.

Allow me to share with you a few of my finds, most of which were so generously given to us while I was still pregnant:

 

1. Indigo Baby Jar of Hope First Aid Gel

I first discovered Indigo Baby when I still had only one child. I was looking for breastfeeding-friendly products and stumbled upon their site. I was privileged to have been able to meet one of the mompreneurs behind the brand, and she gifted me with their Jar of Hope Gel when I was pregnant with my third child. 

Indigo Baby’s Jar of Hope First Aid Gel is 100% natural and is made from blue chamomile essential oil, which contains Azulene's healing properties. Its other ingredients are aloe vera gel, witch hazel extract and vitamin E, all of which are good for one's skin. I use the gel when my baby has signs of a beginning diaper rash, which are usually gone the next day. I also use it for insect bites and small cuts. You can also use it to alleviate stress, insomnia, motion sickness, chickenpox, baby acne and sore nipples. 

Available at Indigo Baby in 30 ml jars for P425 each. For more information, visit  www.indigobabyshop.com.

 

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2. Motherlove Diaper Rash & Thrush Salve

I wish I had had this cream when my second child was still a baby — I’m sure it would have helped clear up her fungal diaper rash much faster! Motherlove’s diaper rash and thrush salve is an all-natural herbal salve specifically formulated for persistent, inflamed diaper rash. It may also be used on the breastfeeding mother's nipples (I tried it and it really did help!). 

Unlike other (non-natural) diaper rash creams, it is diaper safe and works well whatever kind of diaper we use. What’s more, it has a zero rating (zero toxins) on EWG's skin-deep database and is made with 96% certified organic ingredients.

Available at Hatch and Latch in 1 oz. jars at P550 each.For more information, visit  www.hatchandlatch.com.

 

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3. Human Nature Natural Baby Wonder Oil 

I’ve been a fan of Human Nature’s products ever since they first started out. I love how they have developed different product lines along the way, especially their products for kids and babies! Human Nature’s 100% Natural Baby Oil uses pure, premium-grade sunflower oil, which is perfectly safe and mild. 

I use it not only for my baby’s diaper area, but also to massage her after her bath. I also use it on my second daughter’s skin rashes sometimes, and on her and her brother’s insect bites and little cuts brought about by playing outside.Moms can rest assured that Human Nature’s Baby Wonder Oil is safe as their natural formulations incorporate an Eco-Cert certified all-natural baby fragrance that is 100% phthalate-free.

Available at Human Nature and all authorized Human Nature dealers in 100 ml bottles at P129.75 each. For more information, visit www.humanheartnature.com.

 

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4. Mommy Patch Lavender Rescue Balm

Mommy Patch is one of the brands that have been with me since my days of parenting two (now three) kids. I like all their products, some of which have been previously reviewed here. 

The Lavender Rescue Balm is made from shea butter, sweet almond oil, virgin coconut oil, beeswax, and lavender essential oil. It has a pleasant smell and feels non-greasy on the hands. I’ve used it to help clear up my kids’ diaper rashes, soothe insect bites and allergic rashes.

Available at Mommy Patch in 15 g containers at P380 each. Please email orders@mommypatch.com for inquiries or log on to their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mommy-Patch.

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Main photo by Lance McCord via flickr creative commons 

This article was first published on September 24, 2013.