Supporting Children with Eczema as They Return to School For many students and families, the return to school after the holidays brings a mix of excitement and nerves. New teachers, changing friendship groups, and the general adjustment to routine can make the transition challenging. But if you/your child has eczema, the return to
Dear Moira During the hot weather, my child really struggles with her eczema. She is far itchier, and we find it hard to keep her cool and reduce the itch. Do you have any ideas? Why Summer Can Be Difficult for Eczema In summer, children tend to wear lighter clothing, giving
Dear Moira My teenager is really struggling with the impact that eczema has on her mental health. She wants to wear make-up like her friends, but can’t. She is on social media trying to find out information, but I am worried about what she is reading online. Any suggestions? Eczema is
Dear Moira Can you give me some advice on how to deal with negative experiences with other people about my child’s eczema, such as staring and/or unhelpful questions?  It can be hard for both children and their families when they are put in a position of having to explain to
Dear Moira I wonder if you have any advice? My 9-year-old is desperate to go for a sleepover with her friends, but she has never been away from home before and is anxious about her skin being bad. I want to let her go but am worried it will make her worse. Â
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