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Is it safe to use desatin for daily use on my 2 day old newborn? or better to use nothing, unless she gets a rash?

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Dr. Mary Dyer answered

Desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) is safe: But I would wait to use if she gets a rash. Congratulations mama

Answered 8/31/2014

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