If your child deals with eczema, chances are you’re looking at diet as a way to get things under control. Food is one of the most common triggers for eczema flare ups, and one of the most effective areas of treatment parents use to help soothe the itch their children endure. While I’m a big […]
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If your a parent, chances are you’ve had ‘those moments’ where you thought your nerves and patience would be lost forever. You’re not alone! Even though you may be an amazing parent, you’re still a human being. Many parents fall short of taking adequate care of themselves because they are so focused on caring for […]
There’s something that seems so natural and even primal about thumb sucking. So many kids do it at one time or another, and it seems to have some benefits. Thumb sucking helps kids wean from breastfeeding by providing a comforting replacement as they get used to solid foods. It also soothes and relaxes them, and […]
If you’re the parent of a toddler with allergies, you already know that a bored child means a lot more scratching! Kids often need a constant stream of stimulating activity in order to keep their stress levels down, imaginations up, learning in progress, and mind off the itching. Many parents, myself included, have experienced the […]
I’ll admit it – I love chocolate! There’s something about the taste and texture that makes the perfect treat, and like most people I was thrilled when I found out that chocolate actually; has some pretty impressive health benefits. Today, I’d like to share some of the most popular health benefits of chocolate with you […]
As a parent with an itchy kid, chances are you already know the importance of well-clipped nails. A regular clipping can be the difference between irritated skin or cuts and scrapes that can get infected – so great nail care is essential. Many parents find that they’re clipping their child’s nails weekly to help cut […]
Recently I’ve made some big changes to the ScratchMeNot blog. I’ve expanded the topics I feature each week, and I’ve been covering a lot of extra topics that I wasn’t seeing covered on other blogs. The goal with the ScratchMeNot blog is to help empower you as a parent and give you practical, effective, and […]
If your family is like mine, bread is pretty much the most popular food in the kitchen. We absolutely love bread – and it’s one of the most common foods we crave throughout the week. The problem is that wheat is an issue for some of the members of my family. We find that staying […]
If you’re like me, growing up in hard soled shoes was the status quo. I was always taught that a strong, supportive sole in my shoes would create better posture, stronger feet, and let foot issues – but it turns out that may have been old science that’s no longer the best possible option. Many […]
Many parents are trying to cut back their use of tomatoes due to acidity, allergies, inflammation, and taste. While tomatoes have some pretty impressive health benefits, they may not be the right food choice for everyone – plus I love switching things up a bit here and there to flex my culinary muscles and give […]
Have you ever had one of those days where it’s time to go and you just need to get out the door but your little one has on two different shoes? Kids like to be creative – and they just plain don’t stress out about the small stuff like we do. The good news is […]
You may be wondering if the title of this post is a typo – it’s not! Many parents are finding great help by taking their children to a chiropractor, and today I’d like to dig in to this interesting topic and explore why they’re doing this and what kind of benefits they’re seeing. While chiropractors […]
I’ve been doing a lot of research lately about overcoming food allergens. I had heard about food allergy desensitizing a while back but hadn’t paid much attention to it until I stumbled across a few reviews and some success stories online. I even met a friendly police officer at Starbucks who directed me to a […]
If you’re like me, you’re constantly on the hunt for those hidden food and allergen triggers that cause eczema to flare up. It seems that just when I figure out what not to give my kids; something else starts causing us trouble. The real work of a parent who has a child with eczema really […]
If scratching and irritation are keeping your child up at night or causing them to do damage to their sensitive skin while they sleep, co-sleeping may be a great option for you. While I really tried to avoid sharing my bed with a tossing, turning little one, I found to be a really effective and […]
If you’re a parent of a child with allergies like I am, chances are you’re also a label reader. Knowing your child’s triggers in foods and body care products can make life a whole lot easier. Avoiding these ingredients can be the difference between a good week and a week filled with constant itching and […]
When eczema happens, most of us focus on the skin to give our kids relief and to help prevent flare ups from happening in the first place – but did you know that treating the air in your home can provide some seriously amazing help? The skin is the largest organ on the body, and […]
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I try to go above and beyond to make sure that my kids get as many fresh fruits and veggies as I can coax them to eat. I am always picking up organic produce and looking for the most vibrant and beautiful veggies at the store – and I have found that the more of […]
Chances are that you many have never heard of tallow before – but it’s quickly gaining a reputation for being one of the most effective home remedies for eczema, dermatitis, acne, and other skin issues! This all-natural balm-like material is the rendered fat of a variety of barnyard animals like cows and sheep, and while […]
If your family is like ours, chances are saving money is really important to you. Having a child with a special health need can be a real tax on funds, so I am always looking for simple ways to save money and cut back on how much we spend treating eczema and skin issues. When […]
Have you ever experienced this… You find a new ointment, cream, or treatment that seems like the miracle answer to your eczema problems – but after a few weeks, months, or even years it simply stops working? This can be an extremely frustrating situation for anyone who finds relief to their suffering only to lose […]
If you’re trying to identify the hidden cause of an ongoing allergic reaction in your or your child, food is always the best place to start looking – and there’s no better way to figure out which foods are causing trouble than keeping a food allergy journal. Many experts recommend keeping a food journal to […]