Q. What is Cradlecap?
A. It's proper name is seborrhoeic dermatitis. It occurs soon after birth and is most common in the first two years. It's a build up of greasy white or yellowy brown scales on the baby's scalp or/and forehead.
Q.What causes it?
A. It's thought to be caused by an over activity in the baby's oil producing glands due to the hormones still circulating in the babies bloodstream.
Q. How do I treat it?
A. Loosen the scales by massaging warm olive oil or baby oil into baby's scalp. Leave it overnight then brush gently with a soft brush before shampooing out. If after repeating this a few times it doesn't improve you may want to try a cradle cap shampoo.
Problems.
If baby's skin is red or inflamed or the cradle cap is very severe we advise you see your GP as a mild hydrocortisone cream may be needed.
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