Eczema & Lifestyle

Five tips on how to talk to your partner about your eczema

Five tips on how to talk to your partner about your eczema Eczema can be a tough thing to bring up in dating and relationships. Symptoms like redness, dryness, flaking, and inflamed skin can be very visible, and the itching can be exhausting. It is also common to feel self-conscious during a flare, which can…

Diet and eczema

Diet and eczema Food does not “cause” eczema, and there is no single eczema diet that works for everyone. However, what you eat can influence inflammation, gut comfort, sleep, energy, and overall wellbeing, all of which can affect how your skin feels day to day. A simple starting point is to aim for a mostly…

Daily eczema habits that can make a difference

Daily eczema habits that can make a difference Daily eczema habits can make a real difference in how your skin feels and how often flare ups occur. Living with eczema can feel like walking a fine line between comfort and irritation. Beyond the dry, itchy patches, it can affect confidence, sleep, and even daily routines.…

Back to School with Eczema: Helping Your Child Start the Year Confidently

Back to School with Eczema: Helping Your Child Start the Year Confidently As the new school year approaches, many families feel a mix of excitement and nerves. For children living with eczema, and the parents supporting them, back-to-school can bring an extra layer of worry. New classrooms, new routines, different soaps, unfamiliar activities, and changing…

Caring for yourself while caring for someone with eczema

Caring for yourself while caring for someone with eczema Having a child with eczema can be both stressful and overwhelming. From infancy through adolescence, a child’s needs change, and so too do the responsibilities of the caregiver. Each stage brings new challenges, and the constant adjustments can be exhausting. The unpredictable nature of eczema often…

Questions to ask your doctor about eczema

Questions to ask your doctor about eczema Many eczema sufferers struggle to communicate with their healthcare providers. Here are some ways you can talk to your doctor or dermatologist more easily and get results that may improve your skin condition. If you’re wondering what questions to ask a doctor your doctor about eczema or what…

Food Triggers vs Eczema Flare-Ups: How to Spot Food Triggers Versus Skin-Related Flare-Ups

Food Triggers vs Eczema Flare-Ups: How to Spot Food Triggers Versus Skin-Related Flare-Ups Food triggers vs eczema flare-ups can be challenging for parents of children with eczema to understand. When flare-ups occur, it can be difficult to know whether they are caused by foods, environmental triggers, or the underlying skin condition itself. While certain foods…

My Skin: A Journey to Internal Health and Healing

My Skin: A Journey to Internal Health and Healing By Dr Roz Griffiths (Lifestyle Chiropractor) When I reflect on over 40 years of managing eczema, a condition also known as contact dermatitis, I often wonder: how different would my life be if, in my childhood, the focus had been on addressing the cause rather than…

School bag checklist: staying cool, comfortable, and confident at school

School bag checklist: staying cool, comfortable, and confident at school Summer can be an exciting time for children, but for those living with eczema, hot weather, outdoor activities, and environmental triggers such as pollen, sweat, or friction from clothing can lead to flare-ups. For parents, ensuring your child stays protected and comfortable during the school…

Five Tips for Kids From Kids: How to Feel Confident With Eczema in New Situations

Five Tips for Kids From Kids: How to Feel Confident With Eczema in New Situations Being a kid isn’t easy: homework, chores, not enough ice cream. Add eczema into the mix and life can get even more complicated, especially when you’re headed to a new place like camp, school, or sports practice. This helpful article…