Nappy rash balm for cloth nappies?
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Topic: Nappy rash balm for cloth nappies?
Posted By: whitewave
Subject: Nappy rash balm for cloth nappies?
Date Posted: 26 August 2010 at 9:05pm
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Can anyone recommend a good nappy rash balm or cream that is safe to use with cloth nappies?
I've seen Grobaby Magic Stick for sale, has anyone tried this? I used to use Curash powder with my cloth nappies, until I saw that it has caused buildup issues for some people. I use microfleece liners that I wash with my nappies, so don't want to use normal creams at all anywhere near my cloth stash. (I only use Tui Bee Balm at the moment if DS has a bit of a red bum, and use a disposable.) I have a couple of Pop-In nappies that I'm using for night time now, so it would be great to have something I can pop on his bum that won't cause problems for my Pop-Ins. Any recommendations or experiences shared would be greatly appreciated! |
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Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 26 August 2010 at 10:16pm
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Oh no does Curash cause a build up on nappies? Eek we still use that!
The rest of the time I use Aqueous Cream on her bum (first change in morning after being in her night nappy all night, and after a poo, and sometimes after her bath). I don't use liners except for in the night nappies (we also use pop-in's, and bitti-boo's) as she doesn't like the wet feeling, so put a microfleece liner on top. All our other nappies are pockets with microfleece as the stay-dry liner so no need to add extra microfleece. I haven't noticed any issues with build up, maybe it's because I do a rinse cycle before washing? Or maybe Aqueous Cream doesn't cause any problems. Sorry if this makes no sense lol, must go to bed!  ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Nothing
Date Posted: 27 August 2010 at 8:10am
I just asked this the other day, and ended up using tui bee balm. It is fantastic! Within one day of DD having a bright red bum it was almost gone! Im pretty sure it doesnt build up, but if you use a liner then it would 'catch' most of the product. Just dont wash the liners with the nappies (as i found out a while ago)  ------------- 
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Posted By: Mama-Me
Date Posted: 27 August 2010 at 8:13am
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http://www.scamps.co.nz/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=4 - Made4Baby Barrier Cream is ideal for cloth nappies and sensitive skin
The key to using any cream with cloth nappies is using http://www.scamps.co.nz/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6_7&products_id=16 - flushable liners to make sure no cream gets on the microfleece. Some creams are so thick that they don't wash out and cause a build up. |
Posted By: whitewave
Date Posted: 27 August 2010 at 10:19pm
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Aethalia, the Tui Bee Balm is what I currently use! I agree, its great, but going by the texture, I always get the feeling it would cause buildup on my microfleece liners. I'm also nearly out, so figure its the ideal time to try something new that will work with cloth.
Louise, is the Made4Baby cream okay if it does get onto the nappy itself? My liners have a tendency to move a bit, and I'm paranoid that the liners won't fully protect the nappy from creams anyway. I used to use flushable liners when Campbell was small, but they seemed very rough on his skin and I didn't really like using them much. Are there any flushable liners that are kind to sensitive skin? |
Posted By: Mama-Me
Date Posted: 27 August 2010 at 10:34pm
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I have come across some flushable liners that are a lot rougher than others. The imse vimse and nudeyrudey liners which I have in stock are very gentle.
The Made4baby is completely natural and very gentle. Effective but not as thick and creamy as a lot of other creams. The times it has got onto my nappies, it hasn't left a build up like sudocrem and the likes. I can send you a small sample of the Made4Baby if you like? |
Posted By: whitewave
Date Posted: 27 August 2010 at 10:40pm
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Thanks for the advice Louise! I think one of our Dunedin baby-stuff stores might have the Made4Baby range, and I have a $10 voucher for that store I have to spend anyway...
Might go have a look in the weekend if I have any spare time!
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Posted By: CrystalDixon-Main
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 8:30am
 Hi there, we use the eco store brand of nappy balm, bubby has sensitive skin and is prone to a wee bit of excema and have found this product to be excellent. It doesnt seem to stick to nappies at all and is free of nasties.
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