Treating Diaper Rash

The best thing to preventing and treating diaper rash is in keeping the diaper area clean and dry. Change diapers more frequently when diaper irritation is evident, and be sure to keep the area as clean as possible without rubbing or causing further irritation to the sensitive area. Also be sure to use care products which do not contain harsh or irritating chemicals such as sulfates, parabens, alcohol, synthetic dyes or fragrances.

1. Cleanse the area with a sulfate-free cleanser. Mama Rose’s Naturals offers several natural baby care products that are very gentle and effective for cleansing babies sensitive skin. La La Baby Wash & Shampoo is PH balanced, moisturizing, and can be used in the bath to cleanse babies skin gently and naturally. Sunshine Spray Skin & Diaper Care is a pure and gentle mist that has naturally antibacterial as well as aromatherapeutic properties. It can be used with a reusable wipe such as a Super Softee Baby Wipe to help cleanse and deodorize babies bottom naturally, sooth inflammation and irritation, and relax baby all at the same time, helping diaper changes to smell like a flower garden! Wiping with a natural moisturizer that does not contain synthetic ingredients or fragrances such as Harmony Herbal Remedy Cream can help to eliminate friction when cleansing, gliding right over baby’s bottom without causing further irritation.

An herbal bath can also be a wonderful way to sooth baby and cleanse the skin. Herbs and flowers such as calendula, lavender, chamomile, or rose petals contain naturally antibacterial and healing properties, and can help baby to remain close to nature. The herbs used in Mama Rose's Naturals Herbs n’ Oats Soothing Tea Bath are pure, gentle, naturally cleansing, and extremely soothing to irritated and inflamed skin. The herbs can be infused into hot water, creating a nurturing and womblike bath experience for baby.

2. Use a natural based ointment, balm, or salve to help ease discomfort and inflammation. Mama Rose’s Naturals Magic Touch Skin & Diaper Balm is a wonderful herbal ointment that has assisted even the worst diaper rash symptoms. Unlike most other diaper ointments, Magic Touch Skin & Diaper Balm does not contain zinc oxide, providing a breathable yet protective barrier on baby’s skin. Ointments which do contain zinc can clog the absorbency of cloth diapers as well as prevent airflow from the skin. The healing herbs and essential oils used in Magic Touch Skin & Diaper Balm have been known to effectively prevent and treat diaper rash and yeast as well as many other types of skin ailments, including eczema, cuts, scrapes, burns, chapped lips, insect bites and stings.

3. Airflow and keeping the area dry and clean is the most important thing that can be done for diaper rash.Try to leave diapers off and keep the skin exposed to air as often as possible. You can also keep the area dry by using a hair dryer on baby’s bottom, using precaution that it is set low enough and far enough away from baby to be comfortable and not burn the skin.


In some cases, diaper rash has to cycle, getting worse for a few hours or a day before getting better. It helps to take preventative measures as soon as any tenderness or pinkness are apparent. Avoid any harsh ointments or soap, baby’s bottom is a very tender area, so products that are used to help a diaper rash can sometimes irritate super sensitive skin. If the rash persists for more than a few days, there may be some yeast involved, especially if the skin looks particularly red and patchy. You may want to try an over the counter anti-fungal cream. If conditions persist, worsen, or at any time the rash exposes open skin, you should contact your child’s physician.

Every baby is different, so as a parent or care-taker don’t be afraid to try a few methods to find out what works best for your child when caring for their skin. Also remember that good hugs, kisses and smiles are the best way to begin any healing process.