Help managing your child’s eczema
There’s a lot to keep in mind when your child has eczema. In addition to the treatment plan provided by your doctor, here are a few more tips that may help you manage eczema in children:
ENVIRONMENT
Avoid cold, dry air and situations where they may sweat and overheat
LAUNDRY TIPS
- Use laundry detergents and cleaning products that do not contain preservatives, dyes, or fragrances
- Avoid scented fabric softener or dryer sheets
- Wash new clothes before use
BATH TIME
- Avoid bubble baths and harsh soaps
- Bathe in warm, not hot, water
- Limit bath time to 5-10 minutes
- Bathe up to once a day
- Apply moisturizer to damp skin shortly after bathing
SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD
- Make sure your child knows they aren’t alone—many
people have eczema - Reassure your child’s friends that they can’t “catch” eczema
- Talk with your child's teachers so that they may be prepared, and understand what your child is experiencing
Callout for Eczema and your child
MANY PEOPLE HAVE ECZEMA
Make sure your child knows
they’re not alone. Eczema is a
chronic and common condition.
See more facts about eczema.