Kids & Family
Did you know a newborn’s skin is around 30% thinner than ours? Your baby's skin had complete protection when they were safe inside your womb. So when they come into contact with the outside world, their skin can take time to adjust and can be prone to dryness, sensitivity and rashes. Your little one might develop some very common skin conditions including nappy rash, milk spots, dry/sensitive skin, and cradle cap. Paediatric nurse Lynda Quigley, and pharmacist Laura Dowling, aka fabulous pharmacist share their top tips on how to care for baby skin, and soothe any common skin ailments that might crop up.