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Ask any parent of a child with eczema what they find hardest, and many will say the same thing: the nights. Itching often gets worse in the evening, and a child who cannot settle means a whole family who cannot sleep. A calm, consistent bedtime routine can make a real difference. Here is one to try. Why nights are worse There are a few reasons eczema flares at bedtime. The body warms up under the covers, there are fewer distractions so the itch feels stronger, and skin lose

When the warmer months arrive, so does the pollen. For a child with hay fever (the everyday name for allergic rhinitis), spring and summer can mean itchy eyes, a runny or blocked nose, sneezing and broken sleep. It can also make eczema and asthma feel worse. Here is how to help your child enjoy the season with fewer symptoms. What hay fever is Hay fever happens when the body reacts to pollen from grass, trees or weeds. The lining of the nose and eyes becomes inflamed, which

When a food seems to upset your child, it is natural to reach for the word "allergy". But not every reaction to food is an allergy. Some are intolerances, and the two are quite different. Knowing which you are dealing with changes how you manage it, so it is worth understanding. What is a food allergy? A food allergy involves the immune system. The body mistakes a harmless food for a threat and reacts. Allergic reactions tend to be: Quicker, often within minutes to a coup

Weaning is an exciting step, but for many parents it comes with a nervous question: how do I introduce foods like egg and peanut without causing a reaction? It is a fair worry. The reassuring news is that current evidence has changed how we think about this, and there is a calm, sensible way to go about it. Why introducing allergens early can help For years, parents were told to hold off on common allergy foods. The advice has now changed. Research shows that introducing th

If your baby is unsettled, has tummy troubles or skin flare-ups, you may have heard about Cow's Milk Protein Allergy, often shortened to CMPA. It is one of the most common food allergies in babies and young children, and it can be worrying when you are trying to work out what is going on. Here is a calm, clear explanation. What CMPA actually is CMPA is when a child's immune system reacts to the protein in cow's milk. It is different from lactose intolerance, which is about

Sunny days should be fun, but if your child has eczema they can bring a worry: will the sun cream sting, clog or trigger a flare? The good news is that with the right products and a simple routine, you can keep your child protected and comfortable. Why sun protection matters even more with eczema Eczema-prone skin is sensitive, and some children have skin that reacts to heat and sweat. Sunburn can make eczema worse, and a few eczema treatments can make skin more sensitive t