Event, Video / 05 Sep 2018

World Skin Health Day

We recently marked a first for Australia by raising understanding of eczema on World Skin Health Day.

Some of our members have something they need you to understand. Please watch their video and messages.

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As if having a child with eczema isn’t enough, sometimes our children suffer additional challenges. These might be physical – like asthma – or psychological, like anxiety. Perhaps they could even be neurological – ADHD is an example of this.

We want answers. We want to know how to fix things. We want to make it all better. Truth is, sometimes we can help… but sometimes we can’t.

Life can be messy and complicated. But there are some things we can always keep in mind. Parenting guru, Dr Justin Coulson shares some tip in these short videos on our website: https://eczema.support/PracticalParenting.

#PracticalParenting #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #DrLaurenKunde #DrJustinCoulson #HappyFamilies

Looking forward to a time of connection, collaboration and inspiration with our GlobalSkin members in Brussels for #GSElevate2023 patient organisation conference.

Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema) is a chronic and complex itchy skin condition. But it is more than just a skin condition. For those living with eczema, it can vary from a mild to moderate itch to an extremely itchy, painful and debilitating condition, with huge effects on quality of life. It can look very different in babies/children and adults.

Find #Eczema resources on our website, link in bio.

How does #eczema impact you or someone dear to you? Comment below 👇

Like many aspects of eczema, the connection with food allergies is complicated. While food allergies may trigger eczema, it is not the cause of the condition and there is evidence to suggest eczema may actually result in allergies due to children being exposed to food allergens through the skin (eg: food or plant-based skin products).

According to ASCIA (Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy), about a third of children with eczema may also have food allergies so it is essential parents consider the role of diet in managing their health.

Our Eczema and Food Factsheet is stacked with helpful facts.
👉https://eczema.support/eczema-and-food.

The Australian College of Dermatologists has reviewed and approved all of the information.

More tips to share, comment below.

In this Practical Parenting for Eczema Families video series, parenting guru Dr Justin Coulson explains, 'when you accept that eczema is in your life but it is not your entire life, you find some acceptance to move forward.’

Watch here: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/condition-all-consuming.

#PracticalParenting #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #DrLaurenKunde #DrJustinCoulson #HappyFamilies

**Meeting starts in 1 hour** Last chance to register.
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

Tonight's meeting will discuss managing eczema and personal grooming routines. Register and an email will be sent to you with a link to the online meeting room.

Looking forward to chatting soon!

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #shaving

Don't forget, our online support meeting: 'Get Your Glow Up' is tomorrow night @ 7pm AEST. There is still time to register.
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

We will be discussing and sharing tips on managing eczema and beauty routines. Sunscreen and sun protection is a topic that often comes up in conversation, what works for you? Join and hear from others who may have tips to share.

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #haircare #shaving #fashion

Food Allergy Week is here, and we’re supporting @AnaphylaxisAustralia in raising awareness about the importance of giving adrenaline injector first for anaphylaxis, asthma reliever puffer second if someone with both food allergy and asthma develops sudden breathing difficulty.

Educating yourselves and others about the impact of food allergy and asthma is important to create a safer and more inclusive world for those with allergies.

Learn more at the Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia website http://ow.ly/ibJE50OsWGo
*Information posted on any of our social media sites is not to be considered medical advice and should never replace a consultation with a health care professional

Our May online support meeting 'Get Your Glow Up' will discuss eczema and beauty routines. Register today.
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

Have you had issues finding the best personal grooming products for eczema-prone skin? Join our next support meeting on Wednesday 24 May @ 7pm AEST. We will discuss shaving, makeup, haircare, acne and more. What works for you? What products are others in our group using? How can I get my glow up without getting a flare up?

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #haircare #shaving #fashion

Caring for a child with eczema can become all-consuming for some parents. When eczema is severe, parents can experience significant distress as they search for a cure to ease their child's seemingly relentless pain.

In this Practical Parenting for Eczema Families video series, our experts discuss Condition All Consuming and offer advice to help families accept and move forward.

Watch the Practical Parenting Video Series on our website: https://eczema.support/PracticalParenting.

#PracticalParenting #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #DrLaurenKunde #DrJustinCoulson #HappyFamilies

Register to attend our May online support meeting: Get Your Glow Up - taking eczema and personal grooming routines.
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

With eczema we also have to ask:
Can I use deodorant, cosmetics, perfume, aftershave and make up?
Can I use hair dye?
What’s the best way to shave or remove hair?
Can I use acne treatments?

In our meeting on Wednesday 24 May @ 7pm AEST, we will discuss shaving, makeup, haircare, acne and more. What works for you? What products are others in our group using? How can I get my glow up without getting a flare up?

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #haircare #shaving #fashion

Today we celebrate Mother’s everywhere.

One amazing mum within our eczema community we would like to introduce you to is Selvia. Eczema was no stranger to this medical doctor and mum of an older kid with atopic eczema when her younger child arrived. Yet her younger kid’s eczema challenged her previous experiences and her skills in managing and treating eczema. Becoming a full-time mother and eczema carer was something she hadn’t anticipated. Yet she is grateful for the way eczema turned her life around.

Read her story here: https://eczema.support/eczema-mum.

#eczema #eczemamum #happymothersday #mothersday #eczemasupportaustralia

Today we celebrate International Nurses Day. It is a significant day, falling on the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale – 12th May. We, as an eczema community know only too well how amazing nurses are, not just in providing medical care and advice but more importantly in showing compassion and connection when our bodies and minds are in desperate need! There are so many of you AMAZING NURSES out there and we want to extend our gratitude to each and every one of you.

Our very own Florence Nightingale (featured here) is Dr Deryn Thompson. Deryn has a PhD MN BN PC in Allergy Nursing and has dedicated her career to helping Australians living with allergies and eczema. When Deryn is not seeing patients face-to-face, she makes a point to join our online support meetings to offer her medical advice and support as well as writing medical papers to raise the awareness of the impacts of eczema.

We sat down with Deryn and asked her to share some of her experiences as an eczema nurse, read the article on our blog:
https://eczema.support/International-Nurses-Day.

Do you have a story you would like to share about a nurse who has helped you with your eczema care? Feel free share your story and express your gratitude below 👇

#InternationalNursesDay #eczema #eczemasupportaustralia

Our May online support meeting 'Get Your Glow Up' will discuss eczema and beauty routines. Register today.
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

With eczema we also have to ask:
Can I use deodorant, cosmetics, perfume, aftershave and make up?
Can I use hair dye?
What’s the best way to shave or remove hair?
Can I use acne treatments?

Join us on Wednesday 24 May @ 7pm AEST. We will discuss shaving, makeup, haircare, acne and more. What works for you? What products are others in our group using? How can I get my glow up without getting a flare up?

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #haircare #shaving #fashion

Children with eczema will most probably face questions from their peers, asking what is happening with their skin. Equipping them with appropriate responses will help the child and their peers accept and move on.

"I have eczema. Eczema is a skin condition that makes my skin feel itchy and scratchy and can look like this."

When your child can be accepting of themselves and their eczema, they will often find others around them will be accepting of them as well.

In this Practical Parenting for Eczema Families video series, parenting guru Dr Justin Coulson addresses the issue of Anxiety and Self Esteem with children with eczema and shares strategies to help build their confidence.

Watch the short video on our website: https://www.eczemasupport.org.au/anxiety-and-self-esteem.

#PracticalParenting #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #DrLaurenKunde #DrJustinCoulson #HappyFamilies

Register for our May online support meeting: Get Your Glow Up
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

This month we are talking eczema and beauty routines 💅. Calling all the ladies and fellas out there, register to attend. We will discuss make-up, shaving and other aspects of personal grooming.

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #shaving #fashion

Eczema is NOT caused by food allergies.

However, it is common for people with the condition to have or develop allergies. Many infants with moderate or severe eczema will also have an allergy to certain foods, but it is rarely the only trigger.

Removing allergens or reducing intolerances in the diet may help control symptoms. It is important this is only done under the supervision and support of an allergy specialist.

What foods have you found that triggers your eczema? How were you able to identify these foods? Share your experiences below 👇

Eczema can sometimes cause havoc for our style... found the perfect outfit👗, but you know the material will trigger your eczema? You are not alone!

In our upcoming support meeting, we are gathering the community to discuss eczema management strategies to support your fashion and beauty routines best.

Get Your Glow Up - Wednesday 24 May @ 7pm AEST
👉https://itchy.group/24May23

#itchY #eczema #getyourglowup #beauty #fashion

Research suggests that children with eczema, particularly atopic dermatitis are more likely to experience bullying in school and social isolation because of activity restrictions due to the disease.

In this Practical Parenting for Eczema Families video series, parenting guru Dr Justin Coulson addresses the issue of Anxiety and Self Esteem with children with eczema and shares strategies to help build their confidence.

Head to our website to watch the short video: https://eczema.support/PracticalParenting

#PracticalParenting #Eczema #EczemaSupportAustralia #DrLaurenKunde #DrJustinCoulson #HappyFamilies

A big shout out to Melo Reen for sharing this beautiful drawing from her son... Arman is 7 years old and struggles with #eczema, however, he is still able to share some encouragement through his wonderful art - 'It may take months, but your body will heal'.

How inspiring to have such wisdom at such a young age❤️ We would love to receive more inspirational artwork to share with our community - please DM us.