Heat rash occurs in babies when the pores of the sweat glands become
blocked. This generally happens when the weather
is hot or humid. As the infant
sweats, little red bumps and possibly tiny blisters form because the blocked
glands cannot clear the sweat.
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To avoid heat rash, keep your baby cool and dry during warm weather.
Some helpful suggestions: During the hot season dress your baby in
light-weight, soft, cotton clothing. Cotton is very absorbent and keeps
moisture away from the baby''s skin. If air conditioning is not available a fan
may help evaporate moisture and cool the infant. Place the fan far enough
away that there is only a gentle breeze drifting over the infant. Avoid the use
of powders, creams, and
ointments. Baby powders don''t improve or prevent heat
rash. Creams and ointments tend to keep the skin warmer and block the pores.