Nappy Rash & Teething Remedies

Hi there folks.

This one is for all the mum’s out there. You might ask why I have these two together, well one comes with the other often. It is usually when baby begins to teeth that we see those burning rashes appearing on the poor little things.

First up teething.

Chamomile tea, cooled and placed in baby’s bottle will help to soothe fractious bubs quite effectively as do homeopathic granules of chamomile ( Chamomillia ). This will also help at bedtime if settling is a problem as well. Baby’s can be given a piece of cleaned and washed Marshmallow root to chew and grind their gums on. It will be very soothing for them and aids inflammation. Make sure it is a big enough piece to prevent choking and always supervise. Chamomile is great for wind pains, cramps etc  associated with teething as well generally and also is worth remebering that it is great for cramps, bloating etc associated with tummy upsets in general..good news for the rest of the family.

Nappy Rash

Where ever possible, expose baby’s bum to the fresh air. It helps immensely in clearing the rash. A cool compress of Calendula and Chamomile or either separately can be laid on for short persiods. Simply place the leaves and flowers into a saucepan of  water and boil for around ten minutes. Allow to cool and place on a nappy and apply to baby for around 20-30 mins max then remove and allow air to dry.

Also look for ointments containing zinc, Comfrey, Calendula, Chickweed, Chamomile, Marshmallow as these will all promote fast healing of the skin and when placed on before applying the nappy, provide a great physical barrier to help prevent further burning from the urine. These are freely available in most healthfood stores in some excellent preparations. These are better to use in the first instance as early as possible to prevent the rash from going to far. If your baby has a severe rash that is not clearing within a few days of using these suggestions then you need to see a professional for something stronger. Don’t let it go for longer than 7 days as infections can set in as well as this, it is very painful for baby.

Have a great day!

Craig Hitchens. B.HSc. Dip. Mass. Dip. Reflexology. NESCP, ATFTCP