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Where’s that Gerber face? Still wondering where the soft pink skin and rosy cheeks are? While some babies are clear-skinned from day one, many newbies develop skin sensitivities like acne and eczema in their first month. Baby will probably outgrow these in a few months, but in the meantime, make sure to use gentle cleansers or (in severe cases) cortisone treatments as recommended by your doc. To-do:

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All medical information reviewed by  Dr. Paula Prezioso of Pediatric Associates in New York City Wrong week? Click here to update baby’s birth date.

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