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What Helped My Eczema Baby

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We've tried everything for the eczema, cradle cap, and every skin issue we've faced with our baby. This is the list of the things that actually worked for us (and also other's babies - especially the lotion)
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Lotions

The actual lotions and sun screens that worked.

 
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This did not have her break out like crazy. And I needed her to be protected from the sun.
Sun Bum Baby Bum SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen Stick
 
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Another layer of protection for my baby's skin. Especially useful when the inevitablescratch happens even if you are trying your best to have them not scratch at the eczema.
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment 7 Oz Tube
 
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I've tried every ointment and lotion. This is hands down the only ointment that I've seen working. I got introduced to this by my manager, who experienced eczema and also had a baby with eczema. This thing works.
Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion, 5 oz, Oatmeal

Nails

Protect from the scratches.

 
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These stayed on because the adjustable velcro strap. We needed it so that she didn't scratch at her skin.
HAPIU Baby No Scratch Mittens 100% Cotton
 
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We need to be on top of the nail game because otherwise they are sharp when she scratches. This makes it easier to cut them without worrying about cutting her on accident.
Frida Baby Electric Nail Buffer Kit with LED
 
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When they do get longer than the grinder, then these were the safest next steps.
Simba Baby Safety Scissors

Bath Time

Items we needed for bath time. Low to no fragrances and irritants.

 
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Unscented and nothing else, so that bath time doesn't cause the baby's skin to get irritated.
Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Magic Liquid Soap 32oz
 
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The one shampoo that helped with cradle cap and didn't irritate her skin.
Happy Cappy Medicated Baby Dandruff Shampoo
 
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Helped reduce the cradle cap which I think helped there not be flakes which irritated her skin.
Frida Baby 3-Step Cradle Cap System

Misc

Other things that we needed to protect her.

 
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The eczema was especially bad behind her knees and we needed pants to protect her.
Gerber Baby Girls' Multi-Pack Active Pants Set