Mommy's little helper.
Lots of moms-to-be wonder out loud. This post was submitted by Beaner in The Pregnancy Posse group. I have had the absolute best pregnancy up until now. At 17 weeks along, last week, I developed this weird itchy rash after wearing sterling silver earrings (that I wore pre-pregnancy). I've had reactions to metal on my ears before, but nothing like this. It felt like my ears were on fire. What's Read more
Newborns do not usually have the flawless skin they show in the movies. Rather, they may have bruises from their birth experience, acne and a number of other imperfections when they enter the world. As the child grows, a parent will begin to notice a number of other skin conditions on their lil one. Take my quiz and see if you know what you are looking at on your babe. Source Take the Quiz Read more
Summer seems like the perfect season for stripping down to the bare minimum, but for lil ones headed out in the sun, it's time to cover up. Rash guards do a whole lot more than simply keeping sand from rubbing against wet skin. Today's garments provide UPF protection as well, helping lil ones keep the sun's harmful rays at bay. Check Read more
Diaper rash ranks high on many a mother's list of evils. The red and bumpy condition can cause discomfort for everyone involved. Despite the pain it may cause to your little one, diaper rash is a completely normal part of being a baby. Take the quiz to see how much you know about it. Take the Quiz Read more
With Spring's sporty trend in high tow, we've become completely obsessed with Shopbop and Zimmermann's cool, and somewhat genius, capsule collection of rash guard tops. When it couldn't find any fashionable rash guards in sight, Shopbop enlisted Aussie swimwear brand Zimmermann to help create this amazing capsule collection, priced from $185 to $195, featuring pretty rose prints, bold Read more
You went for a gorgeous two-hour hike in the woods, brought back some great photos and uh-oh — you also brought back some poison ivy. When you accidentally brush up against this plant, the uroshiol oil rubs onto your skin, and can instantly create redness, raised bumps, blisters, and an insatiable itch. First and foremost, get out of the clothes you were wearing on the hike and wash the oil off Read more
Vaseline was originally meant to protect cuts and scrapes, but this jar of petroleum jelly has evolved into an item with dozens of uses. Here are just some of the many ways to use this versatile product: Chapstick: Smear Vaseline on your lips to keep them from being chapped. Do it at night before you go to bed and you'll wake up with smooth, soft lips. Moisturize skin: Vaseline can be used on Read more
Lots of moms like to think out loud and Melissa-Emily is one of them. This is the latest post to her Life Beyond Base blog. Recently I've made the switch from A&D/Desitin to Butt Paste and I must say I love it! For my daughter's bottom of course! All the other diaper rash creams I've tried have such a weird Vasline-y or powderish smell, which I hate. After trying this one, I am happy to say Read more
Spring 'tis the season for allergy flare-ups for many humans, but what about pets? My pal Samson suffers from some droopy, goopy eyes and itchy, red paws that clued his owner into their dilemma. If you're not sure whether a pooch has an issue like this, check out 10 signs of skin or allergy problems: Constant paw licking Rubbing body against objects/ floor Excessive scratching or chewing Read more
Planting your own vegetable garden is fun and rewarding, not to mention a money-saver when it comes to all the veggies it produces. If you're new to gardening, then you may want to know a surprising fact. For some people, touching the leaves, stems, or veggies of certain plants can result in a red, dotty, itchy rash known as contact dermatitis. It can happen with zucchini, cucumber, pumpkins, or Read more
