childhood eczema

Looking after eczema prone skin at Christmas

By |2024-12-18T12:25:40+00:00December 16th, 2024|Blogs, News, Tips and advice|

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

EOS kids enjoy CBeebies panto live on stage!

By |2024-12-18T12:33:42+00:00December 5th, 2024|News|

Members of EOS enjoyed a theatre visit to watch Mr Tumble, Captain Swashbuckle and Dodge the dog live on stage. EOS were kindly given tickets to the dress rehearsal of the pantomime by the BBC, so that members could enjoy 'Beauty and the Beast' on stage in Edinburgh. Families saw many of the most popular

Harry and Rachel share their reasons for doing Move 5 with their local paper

By |2024-12-18T12:35:47+00:00November 22nd, 2024|News|

Baby Harry and mum Rachel shared their reasons for taking part in Move 5 with their local paper. Rachel walked every day for EOS, even during her holiday, while wearing Harry (9 months) in a baby carrier. Rachel was at her wits' end trying to access help when she discovered Eczema Outreach Support. Rachel said:

Ask Moira: How to manage unsolicited advice

By |2024-11-11T15:17:01+00:00November 8th, 2024|News, Tips and advice|

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

Have a spook-tacular Halloween 2024 and keep your skin happy

By |2024-10-29T08:58:36+00:00October 25th, 2024|Blogs, News|

Halloween is just around the corner and there is a good chance your little monster will be excited about going to parties or trick or treating. If your child has eczema, Halloween can be more tricky but by taking a few simple steps, you can make sure it’s still a spook-tacular time for them.

Finn cycles along the beach for Move 5

By |2024-10-29T15:24:37+00:00October 3rd, 2024|Move 5|

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

Felix gets on his bike for Move 5 2024

By |2024-10-29T15:27:44+00:00October 3rd, 2024|Move 5|

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 gets on his bike for Move 5 2024

By |2024-10-29T15:30:11+00:00October 1st, 2024|Move 5|

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

Harry and mum Rachel walk for Move 5 – even on holiday!

By |2024-10-01T11:52:05+00:00October 1st, 2024|Move 5|

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

Eczema bedding company gives back to EOS

By |2024-10-29T15:36:45+00:00August 29th, 2024|Blogs, News|

A new business for people with eczema will give back to EOS with every purchase. Linen Love was founded this year by Jo Withers, a mum of two who knows first hand the challenges dealing with severe eczema can bring. The company produce 100 per cent linen bedding bundles, perfect for people with eczema or

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