“I’m 15 years old and I have my first proper school exams in a few weeks. My eczema is really bad at the moment, and I’m worried about being able to write and how my skin might affect my grades. Can you give me any advice?” Eczema flares don’t always happen
The other day, I was chatting with a friend about my daughter’s eczema and everything I do to manage it. She said something that stopped me in my tracks — she thought I was a carer for my daughter. That word surprised me. I look after my daughter because I’m her mum — surely that doesn’t make me a
A stride for a smile: run for children with eczema in 2026 What if one step you took could make life immeasurably better for a child with eczema? For thousands of families across the UK, eczema is a constant struggle. It can be painful, disrupt sleep, affect confidence, and turn simple childhood joys into daily battles. That’s why EOS exists - to
Christmas is just around the corner, with many children now enjoying the daily excitement of their advent calendars and counting down until Santa comes. We wanted to highlight how you can avoid tricky Christmas triggers for a calm, relaxing, flare free festive season. Christmas jumpers Festive jumpers are more popular than
The weather has turned cooler, and this can play havoc with eczema-prone skin. Many people notice a change in their skin condition when winter arrives, with flare-ups common, but there are some things you can do to try to prevent these flares. Moisturise Air tends to be drier in the
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
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
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
