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Your baby's skin is constantly changing and growing. Odd changes can be normal but it is important to pay attention to the changes and know what to look for.
Evidence so far is that children rarely spread Covid-19. Children get it from symptomatic or pre-symptomatic adults (in the first 48hrs before they become symptomatic).
Babies are born with wrinkly skin and a protective covering called vernix that naturally peels off during the first week. There's no need to rush it, rub it, or treat it with lotions or creams.
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is common in infants but does not appear until four or five months of age, and sometimes much later.