Dear Moira, My little boy is suffering really badly just now from itching. His skin is quite clear and there are no inflamed bits but he won't stop scratching. All day and night he is clawing at his skin. We have to keep his nails very short so he can't break the skin
If you are heading off on a long-awaited summer holiday, you will most likely be excited but anxious about caring for your child's skin in a new location. Whether you are travelling to an exotic destination or staying closer to home, being in a new space can cause difficulties for eczema-prone
Learning to swim is an important life skill, as well as great fun, but if your child has eczema swimming can be difficult. Most parents want their children to learn to swim. Where possible, kids with eczema should also have this opportunity, but chlorine in the pool can be a
The festive time can means lots of potential triggers for people with eczema. Christmas is just around the corner, with many children now enjoying the daily excitement of their advent calendars and counting down until Santa comes. Christmas can be a tricky time for eczema sufferers with lots of
Dear Moira, My child's eczema is quite severe and we are under dermatology care at our local hospital finally. We haven't seen much improvement yet so still get lots of people commenting on his skin. One acquaintance sells skin care in their spare time and keeps hassling me to try one of their
Finn is taking part in Eczema Outreach Support’s Move 5 fundraising challenge. He will cycle 5km in October and has already raised £160 with his good deed. The 3-year-old from Whitley Bay has battled with eczema since he was just ten weeks old and tried countless creams, steroids and antibiotics. His sleep is affected by
Six-year-old Felix from Exeter, who experienced severe eczema from a very young age, is taking on a sporty challenge to raise money for the charity that has been a 'wonderful source of support' for his family.  Felix is taking part in Eczema Outreach Support’s Move 5 fundraising challenge. He will cycle 5 miles on
Reagan (9) from Northampton developed severe eczema and allergies when he was just a few months old. The condition would make his skin flare up, cause intense itching and make sleeping almost impossible. Reagan must wear gloves – even in the middle of summer – as without them he can’t help but scratch his hands
Little Harry was only a few weeks old when he was diagnosed with eczema.  The condition makes the 9-month-old intensely itchy, affects his sleep and has even put him in hospital.  His mum Rachel was at her wits end trying to access help when she discovered Eczema Outreach Support, a charity for children and
Gracie (10) from Halifax developed severe eczema when she just a few months old. The condition would cause her skin to flare up, cause intense itching and make sleeping almost impossible. Â Mum Beth, an early years professional, said: "Since she was diagnosed it has been a uphill battle. When she was a baby her
