Are you yet to find the best diaper cream for your baby?

Motherhood can be tricky and exhausting especially for new moms who are yet to learn the tricks of the trade. Yes, raising a baby constantly puts you in a place where you are questioning yourself if you are doing it right. 

Lack of information on the right product for babies can worsen your experience of raising a new born. One such instance I can talk of from my motherhood experience is when I saw my baby suffer of the diaper rash. I still remember the first time when I spotted a red swollen rash on my baby's bum. And it gets even worse when you treat it with a wrong product. I remember using a baby talc all over his bottoms and thighs thinking it will keep the area dry and the rash with disappear.

To my surprise, the rash spread all over the diaper area and became worse by the day. And as a mother it's the most heart-breaking thing to see your little baby cry of pain. I couldn't but blame myself for not being able to treat it well before time. 

I am sure many of us mums out there struggle to find the best baby diaper rash cream for their babies that can protect their babies skin from rashes and also heals the faster.

Before we get to the solution of a problem, let's understand the root cause.

What is diaper rash?

A skin irritation caused at the bottoms usually anywhere in the diaper area, that might appear as a small rash or red patch on the skin at the beginning but worsens and takes form of blisters if not treated well in time. You can look out for these rashes on the buttocks, under thighs and around the torso.

What causes diaper rash?

There could be several reasons other than the fact that baby’s skin is super sensitive and is prone to any kind of skin infections. The fact that it's referred to as diaper rash itself states its main cause. Newborn babies live in diapers be it disposable or cloth diapers. Inspite of all the care taken by diaper companies, the baby's skin is never 100 percent dry. The moisture and wetness of urine and potty are good enough reasons for a baby's irritated skin. 

Chemicals used in the diapers could also be a major cause of skin infection causing rashes. Some disposable diapers use dyes and perfumes other than chemicals which is again harmful to baby skin.

Cloth diaper is a better option to avoid such chemical reactions with the baby skin, however sometimes negligence on the cleaning part of cloth diapers can cause skin reaction too. Also an extra care is required to be taken while using the detergent as it can harm the baby's skin as much.

How to treat diaper rash?

The first thing after identifying the diaper rash is to treat it correctly. People often make a mistake of buying creams over the counters and applying. This may worsen the condition and a simple rash might turn into a painful infection that would require even more care and time to heal. 

There are several products doing the rounds in the market. With the availability of so many different creams it's tough to pick the right one for your baby. 

Newly Launched Caladryl Diaper Cream

Here's introducing you to CALADRYL diaper cream by Piramal health care. Caladryl has already made its mark for treating skin allergies in children and babies. Caladryl is the market leader in the anti-allergy and anti-itch topical application segment. It is India’s most trusted and prescribed lotion for any kind of skin allergies and works wonders not just for kids but adults too. 

The newly launched Caladryl diaper cream for diaper rashes comes with the same expertise as the mother brand. Caladryl Diaper Cream is here to bust the myth that "diaper rash creams need to get absorbed by the skin". As per the experts "Unlike a moisturising cream which gets absorbed, a diaper rash cream needs to form a protective layer on the skin to work effectively".

This uniquely formulated cream has the properties of an anti-allergy and provides fast relief and rapid healing to babies from diaper rashes. 

Why Caladryl diaper cream ? 

1) Unlike conventional diaper creams, Caladryl diaper cream acts 2 times faster to protect and soothe baby’s skin from diaper rash.

2) It is dermatologically tested for sensitive skin and is gentle on baby's skin.

3) It contains zinc oxide, an ingredient which is approved by the US FDA as a skin protectant and is an ideal component for diaper cream. 

4) Ingredients like olive oil and glycerin are mild on baby's skin and helps sooth the skin faster while keeping it soft and supple.

5) Unlike a moisturising cream, Caladryl diaper cream is specifically formulated to be a thicker cream that forms a protective layer on the skin and blocks out the wetness from urine that helps heal the rash faster.

   

My Review

I completely rely on Caladryl for any sort of skin allergies be it for my child or myself. The years of experience with the mother brand has my trust and I would not think even twice before I recommend this outstanding formula to my well wishers for baby skin. The fact that it comes from a reputed brand that's been tried and tested for ages gives this product a big thumbs up.

Rule out Thyroweight and live life to the fullest

We are always trying to strike a right balance in life. However with increasing demands of work, home and family, one thing that we tend to neglect the most is our health, especially women. 

Thyroid disorder is a very common disorder and more women are found to be suffering from this hormonal imbalance than men worldwide. If the studies are to be believed, 1 in 10 Indian adults suffer from Thyroid disorders.

It was a great pleasure to be a part of an event to generate awareness among people about this commonly known disorder and bust several myths around it.

The cause has been supported by a Bollywood Celebrity herself, the gorgeous Juhi Chawla. She shared a great insight on Thyroid disorder as she has seen the repercussions very closely, with her husband being one of the Thyroid patients. Dr.Shehla Shaikh gave us detailed information about the disorder, it's causes, symptoms, treatment and medication. It was commendable to see her answer all our questions patiently and clearing minutest doubts pertaining to the disorder. 

It's important to understand, Thyroid gland plays a vital role in producing Thyroid hormones that essentially effects our metabolic rate. This gland when disrupts the hormone secretion, leads to

Hypothyroidism-  Less secretion of the hormones

Hyperthyroidism- Excess secretion of the hormones

Hypothyroidism is more common than the latter one and more commonly gets ignored for its generic symptom – THYROWEIGHT .

Weight gain and tiredness together combines Thyroweight. It's important not to confuse Thyroweight with common weight gain problems and medical attention must be seeked to when a symptom shows up. An early detection of Thyroid disorder  can #ruleoutThyroweight . It's also advisable to monitor the Thyroid level and keep a regular check as it might affect our mood, energy levels and overall health.

Dr.Shaikh very rightly said, that we tend to ignore the signals our body gives us and find some or the other excuses to neglect the weight gain. Recognising the initial signs and regulating the weight gain can go a long way in treating the most common health concerns women face today. Let's not ignore the fact that neglecting the same can also lead to serious cardiovascular and neurological complications if left untreated.

The constant feeling of lethargy, fatigue, tiredness, and small weight gain are some of the visible symptoms of Thyroid disorder. The sooner we detect them, the easier life gets.

Although anyone can develop Thyroid disorder, you are more prone if you are -

▪ A women older than 35 yrs.

▪ Have an autoimmune disease e.g. Diabetes.

▪ Have a history of Thyroid disorder in the family.

▪ Have been treated with radioactive iodine or anti- Thyroid medication.

▪ Have had Thyroid surgery.

▪ Pregnant 

Symptoms such as thyroweight (weight gain and toredness), change in voice, swelling on face/legs, hair loss, and constipation need to be attended to immediately with a test.

A common test referred to as TSH (Thyroid Function Test) can help you clear your doubts of the disorder if at all you notice the above signs. For more information pls visit here

Hypothyroidism and Pregnancy 

Studies indicate that pregnancy related hormones lead to a decrease in Thyroid hormone levels. Dr.Shaikh suggested that a Thyroid test must be done soon at the time of conception without any delay to avoid any complications to the foetus and the baby.

Though it's a very common disorder, it comes with a stigma attached to it and there are many myths surrounding this disorder that can have a bad influence on the person suffering with it. I am glad for an interactive session with the Doctor and Juhi Chawla brought about the facts and busted several myths that are doing rounds about the disorder and especially related to Thyroweight. 

It's a complete myth that Thyroid patients with obesity cannot lose weight. Adopting a healthy lifestyle, exercising, regular walking, monitoring the timely dose of medicine can bring thyroweight under control.

Another myth that can be traumatic for the patient is "Once you get Thyroid dysfunction, it is forever." Dr.Shehla brought out the fact that Hypothyroidism cannot be cured but it can be treated and can be completely controlled in most people. Starting your day with a pill can keep you on your feet for the rest of the day and you can live your life to the fullest.

Checklist of Do's and Don't 

✔Do consult your doctor if any of the above symptoms are experienced.

✔Do take proper medication as suggested by the doctor.

✔Do adopt a healthy lifestyle to keep the weight in check.

✔Do not skip your medicine.

✔Do not make any changes in dosage or medicine without doctor's consent.

✔ Do not forget the old saying “Health is wealth" and stay positive at all times. 

You can count your blessings if you aren't the one suffering from this disorder. It can take a toll on the sufferer's physical and emotional well-being. However a support of near and dear ones along with the above guidelines can help one cope up with this hormonal imbalance and lead to a good life. 

    

       "ThyroweightkoJaldipehchanoaur life khulkeJiyo"

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'Disclaimer: I attended a discussion on thyroid awareness facilitated by Abbott India Limited. Any opinion expressed in this blog is my personal opinion and not the opinion of Abbott India Limited. Abbott India Limited does not assume any liability for the content of the blog. The blog post is not meant to be a replacement for a doctor consultation, nor is it a medical recommendation or prescription of treatment for people having thyroid problems. Any reader of this blog suffering from thyroid problems should specifically consult his/her doctor for the same and follow the suggested course of treatment.'