Skin plays a critical role as a barrier between the body and the external environment. A healthy skin barrier provides protection from irritants and infection, minimizes water loss, ensures proper temperature regulation and helps protect from abrasion. Keeping baby’s skin healthy is important for overall health.

RESOURCES

Below are educational resources and tools to learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy, intact skin barrier.

• Video: Fundamentals of Infant Skin
• Quick Reference Guide: Importance of Skin Function
• Card: Infant Anatomical Skin Model