Pregnancy: Aquaphor
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My Pregnant Niece Has Eczema
Asked by D.L. from Redding
on February 24, 2008
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My niece is six months pregnant and has developed eczema on her hands, arms and neck. We are hoping this has something to do with her being pregnant and will clear up ...
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- I have a few friends that got really bad eczema after their pregnancy. One of them has struggled with eczema for years. I just started selling a skin care product cal...
- I am a life long eczema sufferer and the only thing I knew to do was call my brother, the pharmacist. Call your local pharmacist and ask for a list of pregnancy-frien...
- Hi D. - everyone I know who develops eczema have almost no idea why... my daugter developed it and no creams or lotions that the doctors gave her worked... I finally ...
Dry Skin During Pregnancy
Asked by Z.L. from New York
on February 10, 2010
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I have had extreme dry skin during this pregnancy, particularly on my scalp, and it is about to drive me crazy. The itching! Did anyone have similar problems and fin...
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- After you wash your hair, rinse your hair/scalp with a vinegar. Let it soak in for a few minutes then rinse with plain water. Sometimes I'll soak in a bath with a cu...
- mine drove me nuts too, though not on my scalp. so you have to find a lotion that works out with your hair too... i would get some jojoba oil and try that. i use it on...
- Had the same thing but found no long term solution! I used a mosture formula shampoo and conditioner and then Eucerine extreme dry skin formula lotion. I also have a 8...
Pregnancy Rash, Anyone Have This?
Asked by S.B. from Elkhart
on January 21, 2008
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My cousin has developed what they call a "pregnancy rash".
Her dr. told her all she can do is rub benedryl over her rash but that does not seem to help her.
She has...
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- I had that my last pregnancy. I think it is called PUPPS. I remember the benadryl. I am trying to think what did help. I think a eucalyptus spray is what I used. I fe...
- Hi S., It's called PUP. I have terrible eczema since childhood and here is what I suggest. Eliminate using anything with frangrance. This definitely includes lau...
- I never actually had a rash but I had incredibly dry skin in my last pregnancy and used a hydrocortisone cream and it helped a little.
Itchy Rash During Pregnancy (?? Prurigo??)
Asked by J.G. from Chicago
on January 16, 2010
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I'm 13 weeks pregnant with our second baby, and last Thursday I started having an itchy rash on random spots of my body. They look like tiny little bumps (sometimes th...
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- It could just be excema. I am pregnant as well and an itchy rash that started on the back of my hand- little bumps that spread a bit and now a patch on my leg. I looke...
- Had something similar the last week of my pregnacy. My doctors were also not sure about what it could be. Used cortizone after I gave birth but what worked wonders was...
- I'm thinking you should skip the general dr. appt. and work hard to get into the dermatologist as soon as possible. Certain things like eczema and psoriasis can flare ...
Pregnant Mom with Eczema
Asked by B.W. from Pittsburgh
on October 26, 2009
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When I got pregnant with my first child, I started getting a little eczema (which i haven't had since jr. high). After she was born and I was breastfeeding it got real...
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- I ditto the coconut oil--there was a research study recently about the use of coconut oil in eczema. I use it on my son's eczematous patches and it seems to be helpin...
- Try some zinc oxide -- not that I have any proof it'll work, but I heard somewhere that zinc is good for eczema. Zinc oxide is the white stuff you used to see lifegua...
- Dear B., I used to get eczema when I was in high school and thankfully it went away after I had kids, as did the awful migranes. Right now though, I am fighting a ba...
Looking for Hay Fever/Seasonal Allergy Relief That Is Safe for Pregnancy!
Asked by L.D. from Chicago
on September 1, 2008
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I've had seasonal allergies for as far back as I can remember, but I've never been pregnant during allergy season! This year seems more severe to me as I'm five month...
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- Hi, Here are a few of the things that have helped me: 1) My eye doctor recommended prescription eye drops that are specifically for the burning, itchiness caused...
- Your safety during pregnancy is crucial. I can not recommend any safe drug or over the counter pill, however, I am aware that by increasing your intake of a wide vari...
- Hi: I had this same issue when I was pregnant with my last son 3 years ago. My OB told me to take Claritan. But the best advice you should follow is to call your ...
Super Dry Skin During Pregnancy - Cocoa Butter? Coconut Oil? Anything Richer?
Asked by K.A. from Los Angeles
on February 11, 2010
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HI Moms:
I'm 6 months pregnant with baby #2, and although cocoa butter seemed to make my belly happy for pregnancy #1, it doesn't seem to be doing the job anymore. ...
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- Hi K., Congratulations on your pregnancy! Dry skin is so common and doesn't need to be. You need to find products that do not contain any petroleum as petroleum can...
- I had a very hard time finding something that worked well for me and lasted a long time. After many different products I found that Aveeno with Oatmeal was the best. I...
- The Aquaphor is an excellent idea - that or A&D ointment. Both are ointments, not lotions and can be more effective. Also, are you taking fish oil as a supplement? Exc...
What Are the Best Stretch Mark Prevention Creams to Use While Pregnant?
Asked by L.M. from Chicago
on September 1, 2010
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I'm only 11 weeks pregnant and just found out we'll be having twins! I'm 24 and after reading the horror stories on "twin skin" I want to do whatever I can to prevent ...
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- I have 3 children and have not one stretch mark. All I did was keep my stomach oiled. I used mineral oil and jojoba oil. My mother had a ton of stretch marks from m...
- One thing I've heard of is to actually work on stretching your skin before the babies do it for you. Doing the massage and rubbing in lotions will help do this. Gr...
- I agree with the other moms, science has shown they won't prevent stretch marks. The skin stretches, not matter what you put on it! However, if your skin is supple and...
Excema During Pregnancy, Help!
Asked by M.H. from Minneapolis
on April 1, 2009
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My little sister is pregnant, and she is having major excema breakouts and all-over skin itching and rash. She is about 4 months pregnant. She has sensitive skin, an...
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- I would have her check with her doctor first, but Arbonne's products are wonderful for the skin. No mineral oil or chemical dyes or fragrances. Let me know if she'd li...
- My first thought was are you sure it is Excema? I know you said she had it before but there are several pregnancy induced itchy rashes, some of which are serious. Plea...
- Many people in my family suffer from eczema and they found relief using a more natural line of skin care products. Sometimes it can be the chemical dyes and fragrance...
Wedding Ring Causes Chafing and Chapping Ever Since I Got Pregnant!
Asked by C.C. from Richmond
on March 17, 2008
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I have been married over 3 years and never had a problenm with my ring. Ever since I got pregnant and now since I had the babies, after a few days, the skin under the...
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- Hello C., I am not sure what to tell you to do for it but it did happen to me with my class rings. I can't remember what I did to stop it but it did get better. Good L...
- I find with the extra amount of hand washing I do since having children, I can't wear my original wedding band. The other reason is all the weight I've gained, my ring...
- Try putting your rings on a necklace/chain. Then you don't have to keep taking them off. M.
