What are School Sores (Impetigo)?

What are School Sores (Impetigo)?

School Sores are Frustrating, But Treatable!   While the name might remind you of playground shenanigans, this common skin condition is no laughing matter. But fear not, here are my top tips to beat this itchy and annoying ailment.   Who Gets Impetigo:...
What is Perioral Dermatitis?

What is Perioral Dermatitis?

Perioral dermatitis refers to a a common inflammatory skin rash around your child’s mouth. It can vary in cause, severity and the need for treatment but let me explain more. Perioral Contact Dermatitis The mildest form is a transient perioral contact dermatitis...
Eczema – A Holistic Approach

Eczema – A Holistic Approach

Having eczema can be so distressing for children. It’s itchy, can get infected and even cause long term scarring. Sadly it’s difficult to prevent and to treat with no real cure being known. We know that children with eczema usually have a genetic...
When food hurts

When food hurts

Food intolerance and what it looks like A food allergy can be very obvious if it involves a rash or breathing problems, but what about behavioural changes, poor sleep or just tummy bloating could these be allergies too? Or are they a food intolerance and what’s the...
Is it a food allergy?

Is it a food allergy?

Let’s just say it, preparing food for your child can be stressful. Is there enough protein, enough fibre? Is it nutrient dense? Is it tasty? Will they even eat it? All important questions but to me the most important is, will they have an allergic reaction to it? Food...