Protect Against Temperature Changes
Winter poses a triple threat to your child s skin: The combination of low humidity, cold temperatures, and wind can be particularly rough, says Paul Honig, M.D., an emeritus professor of pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Add in the temperature shifts your baby endures as you shuttle her between the chilly outdoors and the heated indoors, and it becomes especially important to give your baby s skin some extra TLC. These basic steps can prevent many problems (or keep them from becoming severe).
Spread moisturizer on thick. If any areas of your child s skin look or feel dry, immediately apply a generous amount of baby moisturizing cream or a thick ointment such as petroleum jelly.