The most common, persistent, and frustrating baby skin problem is diaper rash . Caused by the irritants and wetness that touch your baby's skin, diaper rash can be uncomfortable and painful. If left untreated, diaper rash can even cause breaks in the skin, disrupting that very important first line of defense.
Diaper rash is easy to spot.
You'll know it, first of all, by its location. The delicate skin of your baby's diaper area will be slightly red and possibly warm to the touch. With continued irritation, the redness becomes deeper and spreads out to cover a larger area. Your baby's thighs may also be irritated. More severe cases can also include small pimples or blisters in addition to redness.