How to prevent your baby from scratching wounds

We have been looking for an effective way to solve the problem of babies picking at wounds. After all, every parent knows that when babies are injured, they always can't help but pick at the wound, which not only makes it difficult for the wound to heal but also makes it easier to leave ugly scars. Now, that we have found a way to solve this kind of problem, let's take a look at it together.

Why do babies like to pick their wounds so much?

Babies pick their wounds not because they like it, but because they feel uncomfortable and itchy. During the wound healing process, the skin will gradually recover and grow new cells, and this process will cause the skin around the wound to become dry and itchy. For adults, this discomfort may be only mild, but for babies, their skin is more sensitive than that of adults, so the dryness and itching will be more obvious. When babies feel uncomfortable, they may try to relieve the feeling by picking, scratching, or licking. Picking the wound can temporarily relieve the itching and pain of babies, but if they pick the same wound frequently, it will make the wound worse and even cause infection and other complications. Therefore, as parents, we need to stop babies from picking their wounds in time and help them relieve the discomfort around the wound.

Is there any way to help your baby relieve the discomfort of the wound?

An effective method is to use transparent film dressings and alginate dressings. Transparent film dressings can protect the wound from the invasion of external bacteria while maintaining a moist environment for the wound and reducing dryness and itching. Alginate dressings are hygroscopic and antibacterial, which can help the wound heal faster. When the baby feels discomfort from the wound, parents can use these two dressings to help the baby relieve the discomfort. At the same time, parents should also tell the baby not to pick the wound at will to avoid causing more serious problems. With such care and guidance, the baby's wound will heal faster and the baby will be able to spend this period more comfortably.

What is more worth mentioning is that the design of this transparent film dressing is very user-friendly. It is ultra-transparent and ultra-thin . You can hardly feel its presence after applying it. It is also convenient to observe the healing status of the wound, which means that the baby can move freely as usual and will not feel any restraint due to the band-aid. At the same time, its veneer also adopts an independent packaging design, which can effectively prevent finger touch, which is convenient and hygienic. In addition, alginate dressing is a mixture of fiber and calcium ions extracted from natural seaweed. It has good biocompatibility. The release of calcium ions in the dressing can activate prothrombin, accelerate hemostasis, and promote coagulation. It will not adhere to the wound, protect nerve endings and relieve pain. It is easy to remove from the wound, and there is no foreign matter left. It is very soft, which means that the baby will not cause repeated damage to the wound due to picking the scab, thereby reducing the risk of scarring. Such a design is undoubtedly the best care for the baby's skin health.

So, if you have ever been troubled by your baby picking at wounds, now you can rest assured. With this magical band-aid, your baby's skin will be restored to health and smoothness, and you no longer have to worry about your baby picking at wounds! Moreover, this band-aid is not only suitable for babies but also for other family members, such as the elderly and those with sensitive skin. Its appearance has undoubtedly brought more convenience and peace of mind to our family life.

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Editor: kiki Jia