Use A & D Ointment

A & D Ointment may be used at every diaper change.

A & D ointment is best known as a treatment for diaper rash. The ointment contains petrolatum and lanolin which help prevent skin irritation by forming a barrier between your baby's skin and wetness from his diaper. If diaper rash has already formed, the vitamin A and vitamin D in the ointment will relieve and soothe the irritated skin. Other skin conditions the ointment may be used for include minor burns, healing tattoos and eczema.

Instructions

Diaper Rash

1. Clean your hands with a baby wipe or wash them with soap and water before changing your baby's diaper.

2. Remove the wet diaper from your baby. Avoid having your baby wear a soiled diaper for an extended period of time as this may result in diaper rash.

3. Cleanse your baby's buttocks and genitalia with baby wipes. Pad the diaper area dry with a towel. Avoid rubbing your baby's bottom as this may irritate the skin.

4. Cover your baby's diaper area in a generous amount of A & D ointment. Include his genitalia, buttocks and the skin folds in his thigh area.

5. Place a clean diaper on your baby and discard the soiled one. Use A & D ointment each time you change your baby's diaper, especially at night when exposure to soiled diapers may be prolonged.

Minor Burns

6. Fill a basin with cool water and soak your burn in it for five minutes to reduce any swelling. Use a mild soap to clean the area.

7. Apply a thin layer of A & D ointment to the wound area with a spatula.

8. Cover the burn with gauze and secure it by wearing gauze netting over it. Practice caution if you leave the wound uncovered as A & D ointment may stain your clothing.

9. Use A & D ointment each time you change the gauze until the wound has healed.

Tattoos

10. Wash your new tattoos with warm water and a mild antibacterial soap. Blot your tattoo dry with a towel. Avoid having any drops of blood on your tattoo as these may turn into scabs.

11. Spread a thin layer of A & D ointment over your tattoo. Use just enough ointment so that the area is shiny. Wipe off any excess ointment with a paper towel. Don't cover up your tattoo.

12. Apply A & D ointment to your tattoo whenever it feels stiff or at least twice a day for three days. Then switch to a fragrant-free moisturizer until the tattoo has healed.

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