Question
Dear doctor, some newborns often have chapped lips. How should we handle this situation?
Answer
Hello, newborn chapped lips are usually due to the delicate nature of their skin, combined with friction during breastfeeding. It is recommended to give the baby an adequate amount of water, but generally speaking, as long as breastfeeding is sufficient, the water content in breast milk is enough to meet the baby’s needs, and no additional supplementation is necessary. If the baby’s lips are dry, consider gently wiping them with a moist cloth to moisturize. This condition may also be related to the baby’s faster metabolism, especially of the epidermal tissue, and usually does not require special treatment.