The summer months bring so many fun activities for the family. Going to the beach is an activity that has added benefits for your child with eczema.

Many parents have reported that their child’s eczema got better after their family visited the beach as long as the child was open to swimming in the ocean water. Just sitting on the beach did not help as much as swimming in the ocean water. The improvement was so distinct that the parents were able to notice the difference not only on the child’s skin but the how often their child scratched.

The ocean water contains many minerals that interacts with our body which allows the skin to heal literally overnight.

The first time my son and I visited the beach he was very intimidated to get into the water. The second time we were among other families with children his age and when he saw how much fun all the other kids were having in the water he became like a fish who discovered water. The next day not only did he have the most beautiful color, from being in the sun, but he had the most beautiful itch free skin.

If you have not tried the beach as part of your child’s eczema treatment you might give it a try. Planned just right you and your child will definitely enjoy this treatment.

By the way, if you need a safe option for sunscreen try Kabana Skin Care. The ingredients in their sunscreen is safe and effective in protecting your child’s sensitive skin as well as made from products you can find in your local grocery store. My only caution is this product is tinted for light skinned people. If your child is darker skinned and don’t mind the pink look then I would say it is one of the most safest product I have come across.

Enjoy the summer,
Sandra Hurd, CNC
Health Educator and Nutrition Coach

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One of the most difficult challenges parents face is making a decision for which treatment to try for their child with eczema. There are several factors that causes this indecision which are all based on fears. We all want the best for our child but what if it makes things worst, so the indecision settles in and confusion follows.

Here are some guidelines to help you make better decisions for whatever treatment you want for your child:

1. Decide what you are looking for in a treatment option? products, explanation, answers, a physician, etc.

2. Write down as many details as you can think of that associate with the treatment. Who can you ask for help? Where can you find the product? What additional information you need to locate the product? Etc.

3. Figure out the amount of money you can afford to spend on this treatment. This will prevent you from over spending or wildly spending money on treatments.

4. Decide on the length of time you plan on devoting to the treatment. . You must decide on the length of time you will implement a treatment and see some sign of healing in your child. Specify this time.

5. Ask others about the treatment you are considering before you make a decision. Use the internet, ask other parents or physicians, read books, join eczema support groups, etc. The more you know about a treatment option the better prepared you are to recognize if it is working or not.

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Sandra Hurd, CNC
Health Educator and Nutrition Coach
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