Does use of talcum powder on babies lead to asthma or any other respiratory disorders?

We have never used any sort of powder on/near (not applying it on ourselves, or any direct contact) my son for the same reasons that the other parents have shared! If your child is still at the infant/newborn stage, just wiping with a damp cotton wool/ball and letting it air dry is sufficient :) If your child is older, you can use baby wipes and apply some baby lotion/cream will do! Note that diaper creams like Desitin are usually used to treat diaper rash and NOT recommended for daily use.