The skin of newborn babies is much more sensitive than that of adults or even children over two years of age. Therefore, it is especially vulnerable to conditions such as a rash or dermatitis in the diaper area, or in any other part of its body, or to dryness.
In fact, a common irritation in babies under one year old is sweating, also called miliaria or heat rash, although it is not exclusive to summer. As explained by the Spanish Association of Pediatrics, sweating is an eruption or rash that appears on the skin of newborn babies in a benign manner, that is, it does not pose a risk or an indication of poor health. It manifests itself in the form of small grains the size of a pinhead, red or white.
Sudamine is produced by the blockage of sweat glands in the baby’s dermis. Therefore, it is more common in those areas where there are more sweat glands: the face, neck, chest and back. The skin of babies, especially before reaching the first year of life, does not yet have the ability to get rid of heat through sweating. Therefore, these glands become clogged because sweat is trapped under the skin, leading to rashes.
Although it is a benign and temporary alteration, which does not require specific treatment, there are a series of recommendations that can be followed to prevent it or treat it once the pimples appear on your baby’s skin.
The Spanish Association of Pediatrics recommends that, to avoid excessive sweating of the skin of babies that favors the appearance of sweating, it is advisable not to cover the child excessively. This means not putting on too many layers that prevent the skin from perspiring, especially now in autumn and winter, when it is common to err on the side of covering babies too much. Nor should we put very tight clothing on him.
Following correct hygiene habits, properly cleaning and moisturizing the newborn’s skin, is another point to take into account for the prevention of sweating. In this regard, it is advisable not to use products such as talcum powder or creams with a thick texture that can further clog the pores.
If the baby already has a rash, treatment should focus on facilitating skin perspiration. Again, we will have to take care of your hygiene habits and avoid products that further clog your complexion. Removing the baby’s clothing and letting the pimples air out, as well as taking the baby to a room where it is less hot or giving him a bath can help reduce the outbreak of pimples. If the condition does not show improvement, go to the pediatrician to evaluate her condition.
