Problems during a baby's first six months are usually skin rashes or teething. Diaper rash afflicts nearly all babies and can easily become very painful unless dealt with. Eczema is usually caused by an allergy. The discomfort of teething can be soothed with various gentle herbal or homeopathic remedies.

Eczema

If a baby shows signs of eczema before starting solids it is likely to be caused by an allergy to cows' milk - even breastfed babies can suffer if the mother has a cows' milk allergy. Allergies play an important part in eczema: foods such as eggs, wheat, cows' milk, oranges, and apples can be the cause of eczema, or even make it worse.

Treatment

Try to identify any allergies. Avoid petroleum-based products, baby oils, and scented talcum powder. Never wash the affected areas with soap of any kind. Avoid detergent washing powders and fabric softeners.

Homeopathy Apis, Graphites, Pulsatilla, Rhus tox., and Sulfur may be helpful. Herbal Medicine Marigold tea, calendula ointment, or aloe vera gel are all helpful. Aromatherapy Add 12 drops of fennel, geranium, or sandalwood to 2fl oz/60ml of carrier oil.

Teething

Most babies begin cutting their teeth at around six months of age. It is a painful process and causes irritability, dribbling, and chewing, and sometimes a flushed cheek.

Treatment

Offer your baby something hard to chew on, or massage the gums with a clean finger. Homeopathy Infant remedies such as Chamomilla or Pulsatilla can be purchased as powders. Aromatherapy Add 1 to 2 drops of camomile or lavender oil to a vaporizer and place in baby's room.

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