The scourge of new babies until recent years has been diaper rash, medically referred to as “Dermatitis.” It is a rash that ranges from mild to very painful for babies and toddlers. Although the outside layer of a baby’s skin normally forms a protective barrier that prevents infection, one of the primary causes of dermatitis in the diaper area is prolonged skin contact with wetness. (Hello-o-o-o) When baby’s bottom is allowed to stay in wet diapers too long, the oils are stripped away and the outer layer of delicate skin is damaged, and obviously there is increased susceptibility to infection by bacteria or yeast. (more…)