Put a finger down if your pediatrician has told you to bathe your child with eczema every 2 to 3 days. 🫣 That’s old news! In fact that every day baths work great because we want to opportunity to inteoduce more moisture to their skin barrier. BUT there are caveats (of course) 1) keep the bath under 10 minutes and keep the water warm, not hot. (This usually is fine with our little ones, but sometimes teenagers like to take long hot showers). 2) make sure that you’re slathering on that emollient (good ol Vaseline AKA petroleum jelly is a fave) within 2 to 3 minutes to lock it and moisture—you can pat them dry first. 3. EMOLLIENT meaning it’s too thick to come from a pump. Lotions (traditionally lotions utilize a pump) have too much water content and evaporates quickly. We’re trying to LOCK in the moisture in this instance 4. Sealing with pajamas. It protects your sheets and can help with protection from scratching. Eczema (atopic dermatitis) in your child takes WORK from you as a caregiver. This trick doesn’t cure eczema, but doing this everyday could perhaps keep those exacerbations at bay. Let me know if you start bathing your kiddo nightly with that emollient slather post bath, and the results you see! Disclaimer: The health content shared here is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for personalized advice from a qualified pediatrician or healthcare professional. Always consult with your child's healthcare provider for individualized guidance tailored to their specific needs and conditions. Your child's well-being is my priority, and this information is intended to complement, not replace, professional medical advice.
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