Question

Why does my 20-day-old baby’s bottom turn red? I use Huggies brand diapers. Does using diapers have any impact on the baby? How should I handle and treat red bottom?

Answer

Hello, based on your description, your baby’s red bottom is usually caused by moisture and poor ventilation. The effectiveness of using cornstarch may not be significant. It is recommended that if you have a hairdryer at home, use it to dry your baby’s bottom after changing diapers or after a bowel movement, to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the area. By persisting for about a week, the red bottom should improve.