Illnesses & Symptoms: Infant, Dr. Smiths

Allergies

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Switching Formula....a Strange rash...and Baby Dandruff???

I have 2 questions. The first pertains to switching formula. I previously asked about brands and types of formulas to add into my 5 mo old's breastfed diet. I was giving him soy because I thought it might be he easiest to digest and based on all the responses I received, I've decided to switch to Good Start. Am I supposed to switch it gradually(like when switching dog foods??) or can I start the new formula right away? How will I know if he's allergic to dairy? I only give him 2-3 ounces every 24 hrs in addition to his breastmilk. I do this...

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Severe Diaper Rash

Moms - I need your help! My son cannot wear Pampers pull-ups and when he...

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Allergy or What?

When getting my 2 year old ready for dinner i took her shirt off and found...

Constipation

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Constipation on a Breasfeed 3 Months Old Baby

I'm wondering if this is a common problem for babies that are breastfeeding. My baby used to poop every day and then suddendly didn't make anything until day 3. Now she poop twice every other day. She also passes a lot of gas (but she did even before this change of pooping). She also has a rash. I have change the diaper rash ointments, bought a bigger size too but she still has some redish on ther private parts. Please help!

Rashes

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Best Diaper Rash Cream and Baby Wipes?

My 17 mo. old developed a diaper rash yesterday. He rarely gets a rash, but when he does, they're bad. He usually onlt gets a rash if he has diarrhea, which he doesn't have now. His bottom is red, and there are spots that are starting to get raw, but no bumps. He screams in pain every time I change his diaper. I bought some wipes for sensitive skin, but they don't seem to be any different than the regular wipes. I tried Beudreaux's Butt Paste yesterday and it seemed to make it worse (he couldn't even sit down). I used A&D ointment...

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Is It Eczema?

My 7 month old has been having these dry, rough pinkish places come up like...

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Baby with Hives?

Hi. My 5-month-old baby seems to keep getting what looks like Hives. I...