Cradle Cap: My Solution

My kids have always struggled with Cradle Cap.

Cradle Cap Definition: a skin condition sometimes seen in babies caused by excessive production of sebum, characterized by areas of yellowish or brownish scales on the top of the head.

Alden has always had an issue with it. We have tried all different types of methods to get rid of it. The "baby oil" technique has been the most used. Put baby oil on the spot of cradle cap and use a soft brush to gently remove the 'scales'. It didn't seem to help.

The other week I took the boys to the barber for a hair cut. The barber noticed the cradle cap and commented on it. I told her it comes and goes but I can never seem to really tackle the issue. Her solution: Baking Soda. Never thought of it.

Super easy.

Step 1: Put the child in the bath. When you are ready to wash their hair get their hair wet and let it sit for a good 30 seconds to a minute to soften the cradle cap 'scales'

Step 2: Combine the amount of shampoo you normally use for your child and just a little shake of baking soda and stir in the palm of your hand.

Step 3: Gently scrub the shampoo mixture into your child's hair, the whole head. Baking soda won't hurt their head or hair. Pay close attention to the cradle cap area. Lightly scrub for 20-30 seconds.

Step 4: Take a soft tooth comb and brush the hair. I brush from side to side, then switch directions, then go back to front and front to back. Don't push hard with the brush. Just gently remove the cradle cap 'scales'.

Step 5: Rinse the hair thoroughly.

Step 6: After the hair is dry, check to see any areas that need to be re-treated during the next bath.

It took about 2-3 times of this to fully remove Alden's cradle cap, but this is the first time that it has actually removed the scales.