Could diaper cream actually be causing the rash?

I've been told not to put any diaper cream on a newborn, so I didn't. But when my daughter turned a few weeks old I started putting some as a preventative measure. Now her bottom is only red in the area I put the cream. Could it be from the diaper rash cream itself? I change her frequently so she wouldn't get a rash....Could diaper cream actually be causing the rash?
The white creams (desitin) have ingrediants in them that can be drying if used often. I stop using it and switched to A%26amp;D brown ointment and her rash went away soon after. The white cream caused her skin to peel





Could be the zincCould diaper cream actually be causing the rash?
Some children can have a reaction to certain properties of the cream. So I would not rule it out. Stop using it for a week or so and see if it goes away. Then you will know for sure.
Yes, it could definitely be from the diaper cream. A%26amp;D Brown prevetns diaper rash so you should be safe with that.





It could also be from the diaper. Try switching brands, and see what happens.
baby's skin is very sensitive my son was allergic to pampers bu t i would delete the cream try a little corn starch instead it acts as a water barrier and has no perfumes in it


korkie
It is certainly possible that the cream is causing a rash. Stop using it until the rash clears up.





If you are changing the diaper often enough and cleaning her bottom every time, you should not need to use a diaper cream. If you want to use something, try vaseline --just a small amount --it will keep the urine,etc from touching her skin.





But I think that you will be fine if you don't use anything. Also, it does not hurt to allow the baby some time every day when she does not wear a diaper at all. Just put her on a surface that is waterproof and make sure she is not chilled.
Absolutely look at what is in the cream, probably perfumes and things you can't pronounce.





If you want to use something to make cleaning poop off easier just try plain vaseline. However once the merconium is done you generally don't need anything. And if you are changing frequently you don't need a cream as a water barrier.





Also don't forget that the wipes could be causing it too.





If you happen to be breastfeeding, putting breastmilk on the diaper area 2-3 times a day and letting dry a few minutes before putting the diaper on will prevent and treat most rashes. (If you do it regularly, if you don't and a rash gets established sometimes it is too much for breastmilk). If you really want to get adventurous you can make breastmilk butter and use that instead and then it doesn't have to dry. To make breastmilk butter just use milk and shake in sealed jar until the butter forms (it will take awhile) or you can use a blender (but I know some people think breastmilk is ';gross';)
Maybe, but I don't know what kind of stuff you use. Honestly, Petroleum jelly is the best to prevent a rash. (and heal) It washes off easier and doesn't irritate an existing rash and it's much cheaper.
Petroleum jelly is the best for preventing and treating diaper rash, i think that the problem with wet wash clothes is that is dries your baby's skin and wipes have moisturizers that help overdried skin. Good luck.
Yes, her skin could be sensitive, or she could be allergic. Check to see if your ointment is hypoallergenic, if not buy some.
Some children are extreamly sensitive to things like that especially early on in life. You may just have a sensitive child like mine and they can not handle things like that. We have to even buy special soap for his clothes and for him to bathe in. The dr said time will change that but for now he is super sensitive.