What to do with cradle cap

“We used a special cradle cap shampoo, which helped with our little boy. We kept on using it for a while after the crust had cleared up, just in case” – Chris, dad of one. A mild shampoo for babies, such as Baby Dove Rich Moisture Baby Shampoo, can also soften and remove the crust. It’s a good idea to moisturize, too, with a conditioner. It can help minimise dryness and prevent further irritation

“Try rubbing some coconut oil into the scalp about 30 minutes before bathtime. Then, giving their hair a thorough wash should remove the oil and help to remove the flakes, too” – Garen, dad of two

“Because it doesn’t look very nice, I really wanted to pick at the crust! But I know that can make it sore, so I had to remind myself that it isn’t as bad as it looks and to leave my baby’s head alone!” – Jenny, mom of one. Rather than picking, try brushing your baby’s head with a soft bristle brush to gently remove any loose pieces of crust

Sweating probably won’t help cradle cap, because it gets trapped under the scaly skin, making it itch. Your little one might need a hat in cooler weather, but try to remove it when you get inside and dry their head if it gets wet