Three questions for you!

charmedgrl517

Mobile: three questions for you!

first: DD has never had diaper rash until now. I feel horrible. This is me assuming that's what it is tho. It went away last week and is back. It's a patch of raised bumps almost like dry skin on her one cheek. I change her every hour when I am with her and tell my DH and grandma to change her as much as possible! We always use destin. How long would you give it if it didn't clear until you call the Ped? Could it be just dry skin? I dont put lotion there since I use destin. The only other thing I'm thinking is if it could be an allergy or sensitivity to the diapers because we used to use pampers swaddled and now use pampers cruisers.
2nd: lately the past two times we have DTD I bleed the following day or two. It doesn't hurt while we are DTD but we don't do it often! Lol and it just started happening recently and didn't happen right after we were cleared. What could it be?! Should I call the Gyno?
3rd: we are really thinking about getting a new car. DHs is on its way out and I don't think we can wait much longer : we love VWs I have a jetta and DH has a gti and we want a small SUV so we are thinking the Tiguan but we also like the new ford escapes and Hyundai Santa Fe for the third row seating. Anyone have any issues with these or love one?!
Thanks for reading all this and taking the time to answer my current issues! Lol :

ct103

1st: DD has not had diaper rash, but she did get irritated skin down there. I read online that I could put breast milk on it. I tried it and the skin was clear in 24 hours! I only applied it 2 to 3 times as well, not at every changing. I dabbed it on with a cotton ball, not in the genitalia of course, but just the surrounding skin. I made sure it was really dry before closing the diaper as well. If you are BFing, you might consider it, or ask your pedi about it. It may have been a coincidence, but it worked for us!

2nd: Are you on micronor BCPs, aka the mini pill? I've heard that makes some women bleed or spot because it's progesterone only. That's my only thought on that one!

3rd: I haven't heard specifics on any of those cars, but I would recommend you try the carseat in it before you buy! We have a Mazda 3 hatchback; aka a large familysized sedan. We bought it with a LO in mind when we wereTTC. But the carseat and base are so huge we have to put the front seat all the way forward, rendering it useless.

orangegoggles

I can only answer #2.

I had this problem a lot after sex and exercise. Like you, I never had any pain during or after. I actually went to my OB twice about it because I was sure I wasn't healing right. She told me that the cervix can be irritated for some time because it was stretched so thin. She basically described it as having a scab and it can be ripped as its still healing, which is why you bleed. I really hope I'm describing this right, it was some time ago but I took her word for it being normal!

Now I don't have it after intercourse but I do bleed after a strenuous workout that requires something like jumping. My doctor said it would take some time to heal but to come back in a few months if it was still happening.

I am also on the mini pill so not sure if that has something to do with it as well.  

mypeanut12

I can only answer 1. We use triple paste and it works great. Be generous with it because a lot of it comes off quickly with the diaper rubbing against them. Hope this helps.

FmrAFBrat

1. It could be diaper rash or just a rash. You could try either hydrocortisone cream or Aquaphor to start. I never was wild about pampers...they always gave DS1 a rash. We're using Fisher Price off amazon. They are cute too...they have the Precious Planet animals.
2. It happens for awhile.
3. I have a Santa Fe and love it. Mine has a ton of miles on it now it runs great. I don't have the extra seats but I have AWD and the Limited Edition. I have 2 car seats rear facing, one a large convertible with no issues.

bmv1980

Hi Charmed!

We use CJs BUTter and it seems to do the trick when DD's irritated...plus they have a ton of scents :]

Can't help you with ? 2, sorry.

I'd love to know what you decide to get! We're looking to buy a new car also. We currently have a 2000 Ford Expedition that has been very good to us. We are looking for a smaller second car or crossover. The Santa Fe is one we've been considering, I've also been looking at a used Volvo crossover. It really comes down to which one will have the smallest payments I think :] Hope you find something you love. I'm a sucker for VWs too! I've had a Jetta and a Golf. One day I'll have an old convertible Beetle. That's my dream car ;]

Mom2anAngel2

As for question 3.... I have a 2013 explorer and LOVE it. It is very comfortable and I do not feel like I am driving a huge car. It also has great storage space, plus the 3rd row is always nice.

JulyMomma2U2

So I can chime in on 1 and 3..

For the diaper rash/irritation, I'd totally reccomend you trying Triple Paste instead of desitin.. yes, it's pricey, but it works awesome!  If that doesn't clear it up in a day or 2, I'd be shocked!  Triple paste has worked wonders -- and, DS has had some nasty diaper rash due to being on antibiotics!! Ped put him on a rx for it, but even that didn't help.. my sister suggested triple paste, and I kid you not within a day it was like almost fully healed, and his bottom was SO raw it was like bleeding in parts!  Stupid antibiotics!

As for the cars.. we have a 2012 Santa Fe -- it does not have the 3rd row seating, but we absolutely LOVE it.  The gas mileage isn't as great as they promote (they said 26-28 highway -- we tend to get 22-24ish doing a mix of mostly highway and some country road driving).  It drives great though, and really didn't break the bank which allowed us to get it "fully loaded" with all the upgrades.  I've not priced the Tiguan to know the comparison.

As for question 2.. I'd probably call the gyn just to see what they say?  I don't really have any experience with this.  Sorry!

Good luck

charmedgrl517

Thanks so much ladies!!! I'm trying a different diaper for the next couple days to see if that helps and am going to get the triple past and see if those help! It's not bad and doesn't seem to bother her but I don't want it to get to that point.
I'm prob gonna call the gyno if it happens again after we DTD.
I've heard ppl really like their Hyundai so I would really like to convince DH on them since he is so set on the Tiguan. We will just test drive each and decide! I hate making big purchases!!! Lol
Thanks again! I will try to keep you posted!

kwilson158

Question 1- sounds like diaper rash...my first son got them bad and destin or butt cream wouldnt work so a PA friend of mine suggested resinal cream...it worked wonderfully and cleared diaper rash within a day or so of using. It only takes a tiny dab..you can get it at your local pharmacy..i would also let him nap with his diaper open to air the rash out...

 Question 2- I drive a 05 Jeep Grand Cherokee and i love it....it doesn't have a third row seat but it has plenty of room for 2 carseats.....we are looking at new cars too and my hubby saysi have to go Ford this time so we are looking af the new Explorers...