Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Heat Rash

Baby's sensitive skin can break out in a heat rash when exposed to hot, humid weather, as the sweat gland openings become blocked.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests how to soothe heat rash:

• Put baby in comfortable clothing that allows the skin to stay cool and dry.
• Take extra care of folds of skin that may be moistened by urine, drool or sweat.
• Cleanse baby with cool water to wipe away sweat and body oils. Then thoroughly dry the skin.
• Never apply skin ointments.