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Rash and dry head

Kim - posted on 09/23/2009 ( 3 moms have responded )

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Just wondering if anyone else was having the same problem right now. Ashley is 5 weeks old and his face is rashy looking and dry and it goes up to his head. What can I do to help this. Have been putting lotion on his face and a bit of baby oil on his head after bathing him. If there is something else I should be doing please let me know. Or if what I am doing is wrong let me know. Any tips would be great!!! Thanks.

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Cheryl - posted on 10/01/2009

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Lavendar essential oil works great for cradle cap and infant acne. It is available at health food stores or through coops. Put a bit of olive oil in your palm and add a few drops of Lavendar. Rub it on baby's head and face, avoiding the eye area. It is safe and effective. I also use this after baths in lieu of baby oils/lotions. It helps baby (and Mom!) rest through the night.

Kim - posted on 09/23/2009

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Thanks soooo much Liz. I will try that!

Liz - posted on 09/23/2009

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hey my son will be 5 weeks on Friday all baby's get acne it's normal and the doc told me to use head and shoulders or something like it 3 times a week on his hair and forehead to get rid of the cradle crap it's working on my son and the acne will go away on it's own they say don't pop them

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