Dear B.,
I do not know anything about a connection between eczema and a growth spurt, but I do know plenty about allergies and eczema.
I have addressed it with one of my daughters and I have worked with many parents to help their children be alleviated of this problem.
Here are some suggestions that you may or may not have tried already:(specific to eczema)
1. Avoid eating dairy, acidic foods (oranges, tomatoes, pineapple etc.) eggs, and peanut butter, French
fries, margarine, donuts, hydrogenated oils, and SUGAR.
2. Avoid lotions and creams with Lanolin.
Even moms and dads should avoid lanolin if they hold and come in contact with the child. Many people do not know these have side effect like thinning of
the skin and loss of pigmentation.
3. Use laundry detergents that are free of fragrance, dyes, and chemicals.
Things like Dreft for Babies or FREE products (like tide Free) are NOT okay to use. They leave a residue on the skin that causes skin problems in many people. I use and recommend SHAKLEE cleaners. They were one of Oprah's favorite picks last year. Visit my website to learn more about non-toxic cleaners that can save a lot more money than buying from the grocery store. www.shaklee.net/fruth/getclean
4. Remove all chemicals from your home. Many of the everyday cleaners we use contain harmful chemicals that can irritate the skin.
For example, if you use a floor cleaner that contains bleach and the child is playing on that floor the residue
from the cleaner will end up on his skin. You would NEVER give your baby a bath in bleach, so don't use it
to clean with. "Over 150 chemicals found
in the average home have been linked to allergies, birth defects, cancer, and psychological abnormalities.
(Source: Consumer Product Safety Commission) Again you will also be saving your family $200 to $300 a
year just by switching to Shaklee Cleaners.
5. When giving your child a bath, try to use to coolest water possible. The heat will bring out the rash
even more. Be sure to use a cleanser that is at a perfect ph. When finished, lightly towel dry leaving the skin moist
and immediately apply moisturizer. This will help to lock in moisture.
6. One of the most important is a supplementation program, which includes essential fatty acids and probiotics.
AS for his allergies, have you considered an air purification system- one that is effective against even the tiniest microbials as well as pet dander? Of course, the recommendations for eczema relief also apply to allergies- non-toxic laundry products and household cleaning products are essential. Lastly, there are some great supplements that yu can give your baby, even at 6 months of age that will build his immune system. Let me know if you want more specifics.
I hope this helps.
T. Fruth
Wellness Consultant
www.shaklee.net/fruth