How Do You Treat A Teething Rash?
A teething rash develops when excessive saliva dribbles down around the chin and mouth, causing it to become red and irritated. It’s part of the discomfort of teething, coupling the painful act of new teeth coming in with the unpleasant irritation of a lingering rash. You need to treat a teething rash a little differently than a diaper rash, since they occur on different parts of the body. Wipe away the baby’s spittle with soft washcloth. Do it as frequently as you can and keep his face as dry as possible with gentle patting motions. The less drool that accumulates, the less of a chance the baby has of developing a teething rash. Rub petroleum jelly onto the rash area, mixed in with a little aloe vera. It will keep the teething rash from spreading and help soothe the inflamed skin while the baby recovers. Treat the symptoms of teething itself. Give the baby a cool teething ring to chew on or rub the gums gently with your fingers. If you can reduce the irritation, then the baby is apt t
