Helping Parents with Eczema Children

Eczema Blues

How do you care for your child with eczema? It disturbed me that there are eczema sufferers and their loved ones who are still not getting the answers they want, who remained confused and frustrated. I truly hope that this blog can turn your blues to bliss, and offer your family a good night’s sleep (only we know how hard that is!)

Children Sensitive Skin Products

We have used different products in the past 10 years, here’s what helping our eczema skin now. See all reviews > Shop

Skincare Moisturizer as Eczema Support

Some days I do crazy stuff like look back at my very first few posts, and think to myself How can I make this better? So I’ve taken this post from 2011(!), The One Advice from Specialist (to moisturize), and added our ten-year moisturizer journey. It’s nostalgic.

Helping Your Baby with Eczema

Eczema Consultation How to Talk to Your Child Dermatologist Dr Susan Huang

I got so many questions from parents since 2011 and it saddened me that they remain worried about their baby’s eczema despite receiving a doctor’s prescription. Read this 3-week series on how to improve communication with your dermatologist. It’s also why Prof Hugo and I wrote the book ‘Living with Eczema: Mom Asks, Doc Answers‘ for you.

You’ve probably heard of topical steroid withdrawal (TCS), or red skin syndrome. Its existence cannot be denied but how worried should you be? National Eczema Association (US) undertook a review on TCS, and I reached out to Prof Hugo to distill the article findings for you. Here’s our take on TCS.

One of the most overlooked ways to treat eczema is killing the bacteria that is hindering the treatment. Find out about Staph Bacteria, which colonizes eczema skin and worsens the skin inflammation. I was amazed even after 10 years by how serious staph bacteria colonization is; it needs to be killed but if you have to do so without drying your baby’s skin .

Are you confused about skin pH, optimally balanced pH, acidic skin, alkaline soap and what ALL that mean for your child’s eczema skin? Put on your thinking hat as you check out Dr Cheryl Lee’s 5- week super detailed interviews on all you would ever need to know on skin pH

hear from the Doctors

Do you know there are more than 5 types of hand rashes?

Find out what they are, their triggers, treatment and skincare that you can start today.

Hand Eczema

Summer is a great time for fun outdoors, but it can be pesky for eczema skin.

Learn how to protect from sun burn, heat rash and insect bites. Do you know that aloe vera soothe sunburn?

Sun Protection

Eczema bleach bath with Dr Lawrence Eichenfield AAD

Does bleach bath sound scary to you? I think of Chemical, Potent and Industrial…

The American Academy of Dermatology has a video on bleach bath and learn how you can actually make one at home!

Videos

Science of Skincare Products with Dr. Elisabeth Briand

Is there a difference between home-made and laboraory-made product? Does your cream expire?

Go behind the scene to understand what it takes to formulate a skincare product and what a patented technology is all about.

Moisturizer

Care More than Skin

If you think caring for your eczema child is limited to skincare, you are mistaken. There’s so much more to consider – diet, stress and even parenting. Learn more from the experts > See all Featured Guests

Breathe. Relax. Your brain can communicate with your skin, and there’s an entire field called psychodermatology.

Read how stress can trigger inflammation and worsen your eczema.

Stress

Super foods, power foods, whatever you call it, the nutrients in these foods don’t change. Did you know that Nori seaweed improve wound healing and reduce inflammation?
Are you as clueless as this goat on why its milk is marketed as cow’s milk alternative? We check in with a dietitian on what’s reliable information on milk and how milk can get complicated for eczema babies.
Want to prep anti-inflammatory foods but wonder how to make it yummy for your kid? Get recipe inspirations from Skinny Chef and Julie Daniluk.
You can classify foods in many ways, sweet, salty, spicy.. but one that you have to know is pro-inflammatory vs anti-inflammatory foods. And in case you’re wondering about water, drinking more does not give you moister skin.
Ever hazard a guess on how many times you have said Stop Scratching? Is your child scratching out of itch or habit?
Can you look into a mirror and see that you are stressed? Explore this Skin-Health series to find out what your skin can tell you

I am working on an ebook ‘The Art & Science of Caring for my Baby with Eczema’. Sign up below to be the first to know when it’s ready (the free copy offer has been fully subscribed!).

Meanwhile, check out my published book Living with Eczema: Mom Asks, Doc Answers.

inside scoop on brands

Does it matter how your baby’s diapers are made?

Get behind the scenes with The Honest Company, the company founded by celeb Jessica Alba.

Brand Interviews

Wait. You have sensitive skin and you put on makeup?

We dare say it’s possible but you have to be smart about it. Alana Mitchell will tell you how.

Makeup

If you search for mittens that can withstand scratching, you’d have seen ScratchMeNot.

Andrea Thomas is a true inspiration. She’s got a problem, she created the solution.

Clothing

Did your doctor recommend wet wrap for your child’s dry skin?

It’s such a standard and effective eczema therapy that I question why you’ve not heard of it from your doc.

Wet wrap

You’ve got a scalp eczema problem. You want your hair to look good.

Who else better to help you than Celeb Hairstylist Kristan, after all, she’s styled Matthew Mcconaughey and Ryan Gosling.

Scalp Eczema

Check out more than 70 interview series with experts here

Trending Eczema News

It is tedious. It is time-consuming. I still do it because I believe in evidence-based treatment for eczema > See all Eczema News and Research

Eczema Warriors on NEA

I’m an Eczema Warrior on National Eczema Association – I love contributing to this special feature because I believe we are truly warriors. Fighting for our children, to give them a quality of life despite the eczema.

Cartoons for Sleepless Eczema Nights

Eczema… baby… sleep… even after 10 years, it’s not getting better. For a dose of humor to get us through the sleepless itchy nights, check out these cartoons

101 Things that Moms with Eczema Child do Differently

Life of Eczema Girl

Mom NeedyZz

Cleaning dust for dust mite allergy mom and child eczema cartoon
Eczema and Sleep from a Child's point of view

Eczema cartoon from child with eczema's point of view

Unsolicited Eczema Tips for Baby Skin
Babysitting Eczema Baby

Living with Eczema stories

There is power in sharing > Read these over 30 inspiring stories from “Someone who Has Eczema” series and contact me if you like to share yours.

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SOMEONE Manages Children with Eczema and Allergy

Janice manages Children with Eczema and Allergy This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Janice, whose son has allergies and daughter has eczema, and shares how she juggles…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and manages Cloth-Diapering

MieVee shared about her cloth diapering journey for her child with eczema This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have MieVee, whose 4.5 year-old child has eczema since 5…

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SOMEONE Manages Son’s Eczema during Summer

This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Christy, who shares how she manages her son’s eczema which flares up during summer. Christy blogs at UpliftingFamilies and is passionate about helping families with their parenting…

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SOMEONE Manages her Eczema, Allergies and Food Intolerances

This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Ruth who is sharing about her eczema, allergies, food intolerances and allergic march. Ruth is a copy writer and marketing communications specialist (Ruth Holroyd) and…

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SOMEONE Manages Eczema Herpeticum

Jenny shares on her eczema herpeticum experience This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Jenny who is sharing about her eczema herpeticum experience. Jenny blogs about her own…

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SOMEONE Manages Allergy Testing for Child

Kristin shares on managing allergy tests for child with multiple severe allergies This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Kristin Beltaos, whose son has severe food allergies and…

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SOMEONE Manages Baby with Severe Eczema

Lauren shares about managing severe eczema for her son in his first year This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Lauren, whose 3 year old son has severe…

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SOMEONE Manages Child with Multiple Allergies

This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have a father, known as Spanish Key, who has a daughter with eczema and multiple allergies, and shares how he manages her daughter’s conditions. Spanish Key…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and Manages her Self-Confidence

Rebecca shares on how eczema affected her self confidence, and she is now able to adopt a positive attitude despite her eczema This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we…

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SOMEONE Managed Two Children with Eczema

Ee Laine’s boys with eczema, looking cheerful! This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Ee Laine, whose 1st and 2nd sons have eczema since 6-month old and 3-month…

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SOMEONE has Thyroid Cancer and Manages Eczema

Gibz shares her experience managing eczema, result of her thyroid treatment This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Gibz, to share how she manages her eczema, a side…

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SOMEONE Managed Wet Wrapping for Child with Eczema

Stephanie’s beautiful girl in wet wrap This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Stephanie, whose daughter has eczema since 18-month old and shares how she manages wet wrapping…

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Someone Manages Differing Eczema Views

Deborah Wyatt, founder of TalkHealth which includes a Talk Eczema forum This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Deborah Wyatt, whose daughter’s eczema inspired her to start TalkHealth,…

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SOMEONE Managed Allergic March for Son with Eczema

Sarah, with her 3 children, shares on managing allergic march This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Sarah Chapman, whose third son has eczema since three-month old. Today,…

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SOMEONE Managed Diet for Child with Eczema

Judy Converse, nutritionist and a registered dietitian, shares about managing diet for her son. This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Judy Converse, founder of Nutrition Care for Children LLC,…

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SOMEONE managed Moisturizing Eczema Child

Tina and her family, Tina shares on moisturizing for her daughter with eczema This is a series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Tina Santiago-Rodriguez, whose three-year-old daughter has had eczema…

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SOMEONE manages TWO kids!

Jennifer shares on managing a second child when the first has eczema This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Jennifer Roberge, whose eldest son Tristan has had…

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SOMEONE managing Bedtime for Eczema Child

Mommy Lok shares on managing bedtime This is a eries focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Vida Lok, whose 4 year-old son has had eczema since he was a few months…

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SOMEONE managed Childcare

Andrea shares on managing childcare for her child with eczema This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Andrea Thomas, whose daughter has eczema from 2 months old…

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SOMEONE managed Infant Feeding

Connie shares how she manages her daughter’s eczema & feeding. This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Connie, whose daughter has eczema since infant and shares how…

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SOMEONE manages Eating Out with Child

Lisa shares on managing her son’s eczema when eating out This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Lisa, who is sharing on managing her son’s eczema when…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and Better the Future

Amanda of NSGCCE shares on how patients who participate in studies contributes lots! This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Amanda, who is a return guest to…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and managed Beach Holidays

Selena shares on beach holidays with her child with eczema! This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Selena Bluntzer, whose 4-year-old daughter has had eczema since she…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and managed her Teenage years

  Annie Fox, M.Ed., shares how she managed her eczema during her teenage years This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Annie Fox, M.Ed., to share how…

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SOMEONE has Eczema and managed Make-up

Erica Cheung, NYU student who has written for Huffington Post shares her make-up, beauty journey. This is a new series focused on personal journey with eczema while managing a certain aspect of life. Today, we have Erica Cheung, who has eczema…

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