Rashes are hard to deal with, especially if they look similar to other skin conditions. This particular incident made me question, “Is it ringworm or eczema?” Our first bought of eczema was with my first daughter. Her eczema was on every joint, it had no rhyme or reason. Her eczema was red & inflamed, then […]
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We’ve all been there. You start scratching an itch and you just can’t stop. Scratching feels so good! Recent research is now giving us a better understanding of why that is the case. Dr. Gil Yosipovitch, a leader in itch research and Chair of Temple University Dermatology, used MRI brain imaging to study differences in the brain when […]
ScratchMeNot Blog, Sleep
5 Ways The Right Baby Sleeping Bag Can Help Your Eczema Baby Get a Good Night Sleep
For a long time now parents of babies have found that baby sleeping bags are a worthwhile investment in helping their child sleep safely and soundly. Babies and toddlers with eczema are even more in need of the healing rest sleep provides, yet the itching, scratching and overheating from bedding often denies them this basic […]
Eczema, Itchy Skin, Parenting, ScratchMeNot Blog, Treatments
ScratchMeNot’s #EczemaAsthma Twitter Chat – Thursday, Nov 13!
Join us as we discuss the connection between eczema and asthma! Our #EczemaAsthma Twitter Chat will feature questions solely about asthma too with guest host & physician, Dr. Renee, who is a Asthma Advocate. Take a moment and submit your questions early to info@scratchmenot.com Enjoy a chat, giveaways and great answers from Dr. Renee! Dr. Renee […]
ScratchMeNot helps one of the worse cases of eczema that doctors have seen in Australia. While Little Vann’s parents were caring for his eczema, they used ScratchMeNot Flip Mitten Sleeves to prevent skin damage by scratching. We’re so excited ScratchMeNots were able to help AND that his parents found a way to dramatically ease his eczema. Take a […]
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ScratchMeNot Review: Living with Eczema – MarcieMom
When I started to read Mei’s book, “Living with Eczema”, I quickly realized that if this book were available a few years ago, I could have began my own eczema journey with a solid foundation. Being a new parent of a child with eczema can be life changing and overtly overwhelming. There are so many […]
Do you have staple foods you ALWAYS purchase? Maybe certain foods you by at certain times. My family has a few staples that we buy large amounts of. For example, we love: Veggie Sticks Organic Steel Cut Oatmeal Hemp Milk (Pacific Foods, Original) Every 2 weeks I purchase ALL the Hemp Milk, I repeat ALL, ok […]
As the seasons change, allergies, hay fever and eczema spike! Sneezing, coughing, itchy, dry skin and a host of other ailments occur. Did you know that you can use the healing power of natural foods in juices and smoothies to help heal your children of allergy outbreaks, hay fever, and eczema? Allergies of various types […]
Let’s be real parents. Getting the kids out the door during the school year can be chaotic. At some point we all fall into a routine of raising our voices and frantically rushing. It’s time to tame the madness. Use our four time-tested tips to keep morning mayhem to a minimum. TIP 1 – Prep […]
It’s 2014 and no matter where we turn there’s a cell phone, tablet, laptop, or flashy high-def TV. It’s practically impossible to go anywhere or do anything without seeing all of this impressive technology – and it’s even harder to control how much of it our kids see. For many parents in the modern day, […]
As the cool weather months roll in, sipping herbal tea becomes an enjoyable way to relax and warm up. But did you know that many herbal teas are packed with healing properties, nutrients, minerals, and other essentials that may help with allergies? Adding these to your natural healing remedies may be a great way to […]
If there’s one natural food that most kids will eat without a fight, it’s berries. There’s something about the vibrant colors, sweet taste, small size, and amazing fragrance of berries that gets kids’ attention and inspires them to snack like they’re eating junk food! While most parents jump for joy anytime they get their kids […]
A healthy work-life balance is achieved when we are mindful of our priorities and time down to the minute. As we enter into October, National Work and Family Month, it is the perfect time to reflect on how we all can achieve a healthier work-life balance. Read our top five tips below to help you […]
The BEST pets for kids with allergies or sensitivities is not always the easiest to choose. When it comes to helping them develop tools like emotional intelligence, compassion, empathy, responsibility, and sharing, pets can be some of the best teachers. It’s been said that the true value of a person can be seen in how […]
These days it seems almost impossible to follow all of the trending do’s and don’t’s of eating healthy. Just when you think you’ve gotten a handle on what not to eat, more information comes out about something else to add to the list. If you’re a parent of children who have allergies or dietary restrictions, […]
Did you know that the digestive system plays a huge role in how well our overall immunity functions? It turns out that about 70% of our immune system is integrated with the digestive system, so there’s no surprise that having a healthy gut can play a big role in how well our immune systems function. […]
How Yoga Could Help Your Child’s Eczema Yoga offers so many benefits to adults who practice it regularly, but did you know that kids, toddlers even can also receive these same benefits? Yoga is a great way to calm, strengthen, and soothe the body and mind – and that kids, who are usually naturally more […]
When it comes to finding breakfast cereals that are allergy free and don’t contain gluten, the choices can seem limited. When you do find a great allergy free cereal, often times the flavor and texture are seriously disappointing! The good news is that more and more companies are creating cereals that taste great and won’t […]
Let’s face it – getting kids to do chores is usually not the easiest thing we do all day! The good news is that helping kids become the responsible, tidy, and organized little humans we want them to be doesn’t have to be a chore in and of itself! Today, we’re going to share a […]
Is your child a nail biter? While most of us look at it as a harmless habit that will go away with time, it turns out that it may be a lot more serious. Nail biting, especially during formative years, can do serious damage to teeth, nails, and skin – and for kids who already […]
Most every parent encounters thumb sucking at some point in their child’s development. While most kids seem to grow out of the habit naturally as they age, especially as they begin enjoying solid foods in a new variety of textures and flavors, some kids stick to their thumb sucking and refuse to give it up. […]
Inflammation is a major part of eczema and other allergy issues. When skin gets inflamed, itching and scratching begin which can lead to infections and skin damage. Many parents have found that when they are able to control inflammation, eczema ends up being controlled at the same time. While there are anti-inflammatory medicines out there, […]
Chances are you’ve heard of chia seeds and have seen lots of hype about these little guys all around the internet. If you’re wondering about chia seeds’ relationship to that ‘grow your own’ statue product from the 80’s, they’re the same thing, although the chia seeds you’ll want to use should be organic. Chia seeds […]