A Guide to the New Rules of Parenting: Why Babies Can't Sleep on Their Stomach and More
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What's Out: Applying baby powder on a baby's bottom
What's In: Applying ointment or cream on a baby's bottom
Why? The AAP says that talc or cornstarch in baby powder can injure a baby's lungs when inhaled, so parents who choose to use powder should pour it out very carefully and keep it away from baby's face. Many parents are skipping powder altogether these days and opting for ointments and creams to ward off diaper rash. The AAP recommends applying a small amount of petroleum jelly and changing soiled diapers promptly to help prevent diaper rash.