Newborn dry skin

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Newborn dry skin

Asked for Female, 29 Years

My baby girl born at 36 week. Now she is 21 days old. And 2.4kg weight. Her skin and lips looks so dry . Can I use any lotion? How to maintain her skin ?

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Yes u can use lotion Prefer virgin coconut oil till three months of age

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Dr. Manjusha Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Ongole · Accepted Answer

Dr. Manjusha

Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Ongole

Hello,good evening You can use Cetaphil baby moisturizing lotion