Here's where to start. At home, that's easy enough to do. But be sure to carry enough diapers when you're traveling, as well. Abolish plastic pants. If your baby is in cloth diapers, don't cover them with plastic pants except when you absolutely have to.
Moisture can cause or worsen diaper rash.
He recommends thick cloth diaper covers as a better alternative, since they allow the skin to breathe. If you change your tot frequently enough, she might not need any powder at all. But if you do need a baby powder, use plain cornstarch, recommends Daniel Bronfin, M.D., staff pediatrician at the Ochsner Clinic and assistant clinical professor in pediatrics at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. In fact, because these products usually contain perfume and additives, they may even cause a rash. Wipe out wipes.