Why does my baby girl have discharge?
In the first few weeks, you may notice that your baby’s genitals are swollen and red, or that she has a clear, white, or slightly bloody discharge from her vagina. This is normal. It happens because she was exposed to your hormones when she was in your womb. The swelling and discharge should go away within a few weeks.
Why does my baby have yellow discharge?
A blocked tear duct is common in newborns. A possible sign of a blocked tear duct is a yellow sticky discharge in one or both eyes. Your newborn’s pediatrician may show you how to massage the tear ducts to unplug them.
When does a little girl start having discharge?
Some girls experience a small to moderate amount of clear or white vaginal discharge that starts about 6-12 months before their first period. This is a normal response to growing amounts of the hormone estrogen in the body.
Is it normal for my little girl to have discharge?
The vagina is designed to be moist, so discharge at every age is normal. Typically you will see only small amounts in infants and young children, and it is usually clear, white, or slightly yellow and odorless. Persistent vaginal discharge in children can be a sign of infection.
How do you clean a baby girl’s discharge?
To clean your baby girl’s labia, wet a cotton ball with warm water, hold your baby’s legs apart and wipe between the labia with the cotton ball. Start at the front and gently wipe backwards. Use a new cotton ball if you need to wipe again.
Why does my little girl keep getting sore bits?
If your daughter complains of a sore bottom or is scratching her genital area, she may have vulvovaginitis, an inflammation of the vulva and vagina. It’s the most common gynecologic problem in young girls (particularly school-age girls), though it can occur at any age.
Why does my daughters privates hurt at night?
Occasionally your daughter’s vulva might be itchy if she has eczema or a skin condition called lichen sclerosis, which also affects the vulva. If your daughter has lots of itchiness and pain that is worse at night in bed, it might be because of worms. Vulvovaginitis symptoms often come and go.