Eczema itches and your baby or toddler can suffer from that. With these tips you can ease the discomfort of eczema in your child.
Make sure your child scratches as little as possible Scratching provides temporary relief, but it also makes eczema worse. This way you get into a vicious circle of scratching and itching. Try to ensure that your child scratches the skin as little as possible.
Spread with greasy cream
Apply a greasy cream to the skin at least twice a day. This softens the skin and makes the eczema less severe. You can possibly go to the doctor for a prescription ointment.
Keep your child's nails short
If your child continues to scratch, you can put on gloves. This can be especially helpful at night.
Cover itchy skin
If the eczema is only on the body, you can cover the itchy spots with clothing.
Distract your child
The English expression 'mind over matter' applies in this case. If you see your baby scratching the eczema, distract him or her with a toy, a book or a game of peek-a-boo.
Be careful when taking a bath Don't bathe too hot, not too often and use as little soap as possible. If you use soap, it is best to use a pH-neutral and unscented variant.
