If your child is crawling, dress him or her in long pants to protect the skin from rough carpet fibres. Use non-wool blankets and bedspreads. Laundry Wash clothes with a mild detergent and double rinse. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Wash all new clothes and bed sheets before using them.
Stress Try to minimise stress.
Although this is sometimes easier said than done, most children thrive on routine and order. Having eczema is hard on children. Build self esteem by finding a hobby or sport your child can excel at and feel good about. Bedroom Keep air conditioned during summer. Heat and the sweating it causes can aggravate eczema.