Be Kind to Eczema — baby eczema

Summertime fun for eczema families

Jul 24, 2020 Stacey Baker

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We typically think winter when we think of eczema, but for so many families (including ours), eczema is year-round. Just like during the winter months, prevention is key; however, how we manage and prevent eczema symptoms can look a little different from one season to the next.

In today/s blog post, I provide a few kind + mindful tips for eczema prevention for both pre and post fun in the sun this summer.

You are exactly what your children need

Jun 23, 2020 Stacey Baker

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Becoming a mother opened my eyes to how frequently I would make comparisons between myself and other moms. I would think, “Wow. She is so organized!” and “I wish I could make everything look that easy.” I often felt like I wasn’t meeting the expectations I placed on myself, especially regarding Vinnie’s eczema.

Eczema + second-hand clothing

Jun 18, 2020 Stacey Baker

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During the past few months, spending most of our time at home, we have watched our fair share of documentaries, many of which highlight the environmental impact of the textile industry. Every year, the fashion industry uses 93 billion cubic meters of water, enough to meet the consumption needs of five million people. I have to admit, I have always loved new clothing pieces — sweaters, jeans, shoes, yoga wear, and yes, even fast fashion. Yet, as I become more aware of the carbon footprint my family and I are leaving behind on this earth, I am learning...

Laundry stains, eczema + sensitive skin

Apr 29, 2020 Stacey Baker

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For families managing eczema or for babies and children with sensitive skin, every little decision we make can cause skin irritation or eczema symptoms to appear or worsen. This means we have to do things around our home a little bit differently than other families. In today’s post we talk about how eczema families can remove laundry stains safely and effectively.

A kind eczema routine

Apr 18, 2020 Stacey Baker

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Years ago, I would have never connected the words eczema and kind together. In today’s post I talk about what Vinnie’s eczema routine used to look like and what works for our family today.