Baby Essentials

Since the start of my son's diaper rash, I have been particularly careful with the toiletries that are used on him. Also, he has been suffering from blocked nose when he sniffs in talc powder.

So which toiletries are suitable for him?

1) Powder Type

My favourite powder: Bumble Bee Organic Talc-free Powder

2) Shampoo and Bath

Currently using Johnson Baby Toe-to-toe Wash, Calfornia Baby Calming Bodywash and Shampoo and Gaia Shampoo

3) Nappy Rash Wash

Herbal Remedy: Soak a chamomile tea bag in warm water and pat onto the baby bum area. It works and my baby's bum smells good too. lol

4)Daily Must-haves

Special mention: Gaia Soothing lotion has verstaile uses. Can be used as a barrier cream, soothe redness and itchness and even my plies!

We have undergone a lot of trial and errors to test which products are suitable for our baby who has sensitive skin. We are certainly glad that we have found the almost perfect products and remedies to handle the simple day grooming. As for unusual skin disorder like the pus-filled sore which has tortured our baby, it is advisable to see the specialist. Have fun shopping for your baby!

Progress with Nappy Rash

Finally I found the antidote to my son's nappy rash.

I tried a lot of different ointment and solution and only products which contains calendula works. Seems like this miracle flower "calendula" does possess great healing power.

First I tried Drapolene cream which was too mild and did not work well on my son's red bum which was caused by nappy rashes. Then I tried Desitin cream which worked well but was too strong for my son's sensitive skin. The rashes disappeared but his skin became hard and red again. Then I tried a GAIA soothing lotion which contained organic calendula and other organic herbs. It worked wonder and the redness had completely disappeared. I have yet to tried Calfornia baby calendula cream and guess it should work pretty well too as I am currently using their wash to bath my son.

A lot of trial and errors have to be attempted before we can find the right solutions to heal and cure our baby's skin disorder or illness. Sad to say the pus-filled sore which originated as a nappy rash has not been cure yet. Well, we shall perserve to fight this irritating sore which has tortured our baby for so many weeks. Will keep you all posted about our battle progress.

Never Underestimate Nappy Rash

My son caught nappy rash after the 1st week of his birth. Initially, it was just a red bum that was caused by nappy liner. We actually overlooked it and left the wet, washable diaper on and the result was a big, fierce looking like pimple with pus.

My father immediately asked me to send Issac for a check up in the 2nd week. The doctor was not pleased as it was a terrible infection and we had to wash his bum with an antiseptic wash and apply with an anti-fungi cream. Also, we had to send Issac for his check up regularly.

Every weekly check up is a painful experience as the doctor will use a thick-looking needle to poke the boil so that the pus can be released and Issac will cry madly in pain. It is really painful to watch Issac crying in mad and yet we are not able to alleviate his pain.

Now we are monitoring his bum till now. The regular changing of wet diaper and cleaning up have become a routine for us. Never underestimate the power of nappy rash!