What causes dry skin on a baby's face? Reviewed by Gillian D'Souza and Karen Gill, MD It is relatively common for newborns and older babies to have some dry skin on their faces. In most cases this dry skin is harmless, and it tends to clear up without treatment. Babies often have dry skin on their faces because their skin is more sensitive than adults. Their skin may be adjusting to the environment outside the womb, or it may be reacting to allergens in products or clothes. Dehydration and skin conditions can also cause dry skin. Most cases are minor, temporary, and of little cause for concern, though some may need specialist advice, treatment and continued observation. The following sections look at the causes of dry skin in a baby's face and treatments. 1. Newborn skin peeling It is common for babies to have dry skin on their face occasionally. It is common for newborn babies to have peeling skin for a week or two after birth. In the womb, amniotic f...

Why babies can't drink water by Business Insider While adults need a constant reminder to drink more and stay hydrated, it's a different story for newborn babies. Their bodies aren't developed enough to consume even a few ounces of water, which in extreme cases could be fatal. Following is a transcript of the video. There is a time in every person's life when drinking water is deadly. Even as much as a few ounces is enough to kill. The average, healthy adult is made up of 55-60% water. The average baby, on the other hand, is roughly 75% water. And that difference is why babies shouldn't drink water before they're at least 6 months old. Not from the tap, or a well, or a spring. Plain water is just plain off limits. You see, everyone's kidneys have a limit to how much water they can handle. Break that limit, and the excess water will back up into your bloodstream, where it dilutes the salt, or sodium, in your blood. Once your blood dips below ...