Q3. What is cradle cap?

A3. Also known as ‘infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis’: this is a very common skin rash which occurs in newborn babies.

This rash takes the form of either dry, flaky patches or white/yellow greasy scabs on top of the scalp. This rash can also develop behind the ears and on the eyebrows and eyelids. It is a harmless rash which usually clears up on its own accord. Find out more in our cradle cap section. Alternately, visit our complete guide to cradle cap.