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Heat Rash in Infants and Children

Home Remedies

There are a couple of simple home remedies that parents can try to alleviate heat rash in children. These include:

– Avoid using heavy blankets for your babies on warm or hot nights.

– Keep your living space cool with air conditioning or a fan.

– Give your older children cotton sheets.

– Apply cold compresses to the affected areas.

– Avoid applying oils or creams on the skin areas where the rash occurs.

– Do not add soap during a cold bath. Instead, use baking soda. [8]