Question
My two-month-old baby’s scalp crust has been scrubbed red. What kind of impact will this have on the baby? What kind of help is needed?
Answer
At two and a half months old, the scalp crust on the top of the baby’s head should not be removed by scrubbing, as this may harm the baby’s scalp and interfere with hair growth. The correct approach is to bathe and wash the baby’s hair regularly, allowing the scalp crust to naturally fall off over time. Additionally, you can gently apply white Vaseline to soften the crust before gently removing it.