Acne: Earth's Best
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Baby Acne?????
Asked by K.G. from Boca Raton
on February 24, 2007
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My son is almost 5 months old and started on Stage 1 fruits about 3 weeks ago. We started with pears, then peaches, bananas, applesauce and now we're onto sweet potat...
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- My son had that problem when he was about that age, except it was more closer after birth. I learned from another mom if you put baby lotion on his face after you wipe...
- Are you using jarred baby food or real whole foods? There could be an additive or preservative in the jarred food that is causing a reaction. Dr. William Sears (www.as...
- Hi K., I would say to slow the pace of introducing new tastes. A couple of weeks on one is fine. Kids can handle spicy tastes, too, just not a bunch of different ne...
Acne/Rash From Soy Formula?
Asked by T.B. from Los Angeles
on April 15, 2008
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I've had to supplement with formula as I'm not producing enough at the moment. I gave my daughter a soy formula (earth's best brand) one night. My husband used a lacto...
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- Hello T.-when I went from breastfeeding to formula my baby developed dry skin also. There is nothing more pure then mommy's milk so I wouldn't doubt that her body is ...
- many different elements can cause skin rashes on a child, but it is wise to try to find the source. because dairy can be hard on young digestive systems and the soy f...
- Hi T.-- I agree with Natalie on the regular formula thing...unless there is a ethical or medical reason, you should probably try the regular 1st. I would just chec...
Lotion for My Baby's Face
Asked by J.S. from Sacramento
on December 8, 2009
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Hi moms! My baby has gotten a little "windburned" from our afternoon walks. Even though I have her bundled up, her cheeks have a funny look to them. Her skin looks dry...
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- J., I have two daughters, 1.5 and 3.5 years old. As small babies they both experienced baby acne. To treat their skin, we used Lubriderm lotion. It worked well f...
- I second the Aquaphor...my kids dr. recommended it to us. My kids faces gets very chapped, especially around their mouth, this time of year. I often put it on before...
- J., My name is J. too :). I use a cream called "Egyptian Magic". It's recommended by my pediatrician. It's more a "all purpose" cream for dry skin. You can use it a...
Very Dry Baby Skin
Asked by S.F. from Boca Raton
on July 5, 2012
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my daughter got a severe case of atypical baby acne at 6 week pp when i got my period. her skin is now clearing up (finally). the doctor said daily baths may help to c...
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- Remember that anything you put on you baby can end up in their mouth. So use ediable oils like grapeseed oil instead of using a petroleum bases Products like Johnson b...
- You're bathing her too often. Every 3-4 days is plenty. Use a washcloth to clean whatever needs cleaning in between.
- The bath is probably drying her out!! Little babies don't need a bath so often. Now that her skin is cleared up, back off on the frequency of the baths. Don't use oil ...
Trouble with Changing from Breastmilk to Formula
Asked by S.L. from New York
on May 3, 2008
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Hi everyone,
My son is two months old and has been breastfeed. I don't nurse him anymore since I had to go back to work. My pediatrician suggested that I get him used...
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- S., you may want try nutrimegan (a hypoallergenic formula by enfamil) or alimentum by similac, i preferred nutrimegan when i had to use a more sensitive formula for m...
- My first 2 were formula fed - Enfamil Lipil with Iron - they had no problems at all. Our 3rd just quit nursing in April, she is on the same and does fine. Our first ...
- Try the Similac organic milk and see if that is better. Also, I WOULD NOT GIVE MY BABY A SOY forumula. The research shows that consuming a large amount of processed s...
Huggies or Pampers
Asked by J.S. from San Francisco
on April 28, 2011
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Does any one have a preference?
My baby has extremely sensitive skin, and gets yeast infections supper easily when she is in a disposable diaper. I try to use cloth ...
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- Huggies..i hate hate hate pampers dry lock system. my kids break out big time.
- I would try 7th generation. Not a cute looking diaper but ecofriendly and I had no problems with leaks.
- I like the Huggies Pure and natural or whatever they are called. Supposedly less chemicals in them and "organic' cotton. They worked well with my super heavy wetter at...
Dry Facial Skin of 4 Month Old Baby
Asked by M.M. from Pittsburgh
on March 24, 2008
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Hi there, I was wondering if anyone can recommned a safe lotion to put on my baby's face. Needless to say, he puts his hands on his face a lot and puts it in his mout...
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- Hi M., Have you tried Aveeno Baby for sensitive skin? It's pretty good. Also, just wash his face with water--no soap is needed!
- Hi There! I'm sure you've already gotten a million responses, but my entire family has eczema and we try everything! But try rubbing banana peel over dry skin, or br...
- Johnson and johnson sells something...but I have really liked Aquaphor. Good luck
Baby Sunscreen
Asked by C.M. from Charleston
on May 18, 2009
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Hi Mamas,
My daughter is 8 1/2 months now, and I am trying to figure out what is the best sunscreen to buy for her. Some of my friends and family have been telling m...
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- Looks like you've gotten some awesome responses here! Most the brands listed I would agree should be safe, and I'll add one as well. I use Aubry Organics Natural Sun. ...
- The Aveeno sunscreen is one I would highly recommend, they have one specifically for babies with SPF 55. Both my girls, ages 3 & 5 have sensitive skin, and my 5 yr old...
- I would only use brands tested by Environmental Working Group, a non profit that tests to ensure that what you are buying is truly safe for your child. Go to WWW.COSM...
Diaper Rash vs Infection
Asked by B.S. from Fort Myers
on May 10, 2010
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Ok ladies I need some help. My daughter is 22 months old and has a VERY SENSITIVE "private area". If she has diharea ONE TIME she will develop a rash. I have taken her...
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- I use Earth Mam Angel Baby Bottom Balm, which is brilliant at clearing up irritated skin. That said, my son only breaks out if I put him in a disposable diaper. I ha...
- I agree a trip to the pedi is in order because it can be from anythin from foods to an infection. If it does turn out to be a diaper infection - my daughter is super...
- My daughter frequently had yeast infections. It was caused by the sugar in fruits such as bananas. You can use vagisil and apply it 2x a day also, I put my daughter ...
Seeking Recommendations for All-natural, Organic Baby Products
Asked by G.S. from San Francisco
on May 22, 2008
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I have just begun reading Gorgeously Green and was APPALLED over the label-reading I have done on the baby products in my home. I can't believe my beloved Cetaphil cl...
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- Hi G. - I see it has been a while since you requested info -but you are definitely heading in the right direction checking ALL of you personal care products, as well a...
- Cosmeticdatabase.com has been very helpful for me. Just click on what type of products you are interested in and a list of products pops up. They have a list of the ...
- Hi G., You may want to try Arbonne Baby Care for general use and they have a skin conditioning oil and rejuvenating cream that are awesome for eczema. The products a...
