be sure baby's nails are trimmed often and then take the edge off of them with a file if you can. some parents also slip "scratch mittens" onto their little one's hands. others try long socks tucked in under a long-sleeved shirt so they're harder for baby to remove. other things you can do to treat baby's eczema at home include: bathe baby for no more than 10 minutes in warm water. hot water can strip skin of its natural protective oils. use mild unscented body and laundry soaps. use soap only where baby may be dirty such as the genitals and hands and feet. simply rinse off the rest of baby's body. pat baby's skin dry; don't rub. apply a moisturizer while baby's skin is wet. oatmeal soaking products added to baby's tub may make your little one's skin less itchy. talk to your doctor.
how can i help my baby's eczema at home?