Because milia will open up and disappear during the first few months of life, no treatment is needed. Do not try to squeeze the bumps. No creams or ointments are needed. More than half of babies get a rash in the first few days of life called erythema toxicum. The cause of this rash is unknown.
Blotches can appear anywhere on the body.
A blotch may last from a few hours to several days. The rash is harmless and usually goes away by two weeks of age, so no treatment is needed. For any blisters occurring during the first month of life Children's Healthcare of Atlanta provides information on newborn rashes as a guideline. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician. Always consult your child's doctor or other health care provider whenever your child may require diagnosis or treatment.