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Help!! Embarrassing, Dark Skin on Upper Lip..
Asked by J.M. from Seattle
on July 28, 2009
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I am so depressed over this... I have, what looks like a mustache; it's not hair, but dark skin on my upper lip. I first noticed it when my son, who is my 1st child, ...
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- Hi J.... Yes, I did experienced that during my pregnancies and after having my babies. It DOES go away after a couple of YEARS! Howver, to help keep it from getti...
- i had that three years ago! mine was only in the center, so it looked like a little Hitler mustache- i was really embarrassed! i wore coverup every day to tone it dow...
- Just wanted to reiterate what others have said about sunblock. I had something similar happen to my lip and middle of my forehead, and it's called melasma (or "pregnan...
Seeking Advice on Splitting Skin
Asked by S.K. from New York
on December 8, 2008
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Dear Moms,
I never had this problem until I had my son a year and a half ago. When the weather turns cold, the skin on my fingertips splits in deep cuts running fr...
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- try hydrocortisone creme....maximum strength....use it 2-3 times a day....at bed rub in the creme and put on vinyl gloves and go to sleep..do this every night..if viny...
- I had the same sort of cracks and cuts on the palm of my hand for three months and it turned out to be an allergy to detergents. You'll need to go to a dermatologist ...
- Hi S., Sorry to hear about your problem with dry skin. I can highly recommend a skin care lotion that has been clinically approved to be the best and really works. Ho...
Son Breaks Out in Little Bumps All over Due to Heat and Mainly Grass
Asked by K.V. from Chicago
on June 23, 2009
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Does anyone have a child that breaks out in tiny bumps after being in the grass. My son keeps having this happen and it seems to be getting worse. We bath him as soo...
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- It sounds to me that if it is recurring like that, that there is an allergy... I would seek the advice of another doctor. Or maybe an allergist.
- K., Take him to an allergist. They can determine what he is allergic to and give you an oral med if needed. I didn't find out I had allergies until my 30s. Would...
- Hi K.! I agree 110% with you on using the steroid cream! My daughter has a prescription for it and I absolutely refuse to use it because of possible side effects! S...
Hair Loss
Asked by G.P. from San Francisco
on February 19, 2009
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My child is now 10 months old and I've noticed that I'm losing my hair - more than usual. During my pregnancy my hair was thick and shiny and now it's duller and thin...
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- I had a friend who once joked about "mama hair" and at the time I had no idea what she meant, but now almost all of my friends (and myself) who just had a baby are unf...
- i am losing more hair than normal also
- When you are pregnant you hair usually doesn't fall out as much as normal. Soon after your child is born your hair will fall out-a lot of it. This happens for pretty...
Rash on Chin
Asked by A.L. from Los Angeles
on April 27, 2008
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I am looking for remedies for a skin rash on a 7-month-old's chin. A few days ago I noticed a tiny red mark on the chin, that began to look like a sore the following ...
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- Hello, It could be impetigo. My daughter gets it all the time. It is a topical infection and it is contagious in that area and can spread by just being there.
- A.....it may be impetigo and if so will need an antibiotic cream. It's not unusual for kids to get it and it usually occurs around the mouth or nose. S.
- I am a pranic healer, my son did the same thing with cranberry juice at 2 years old. i think it might be the citrus all at once. Stop feeding her the oranges and in ...
How to Loose That Baby Skin?
Asked by M.G. from Dallas
on January 3, 2008
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Hello my son is now 6 months old and I have worked so hard to lose my baby wieght and did it, but know I have extra skin that I can't seem to make it shrink. Does any...
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- It's expensive, but I have seen it work. It doesn't fully get rid of it, but it helps alot. Strivectin SD. It's at Macy's, or Dillards. Places like that! Good luck!
- Not sure it's gonna totally happen unless you have a personal trainer and/or a tummy tuck ;-) It's just another reminder that you're a mommy now. I recently joined a...
- hey, im right there with you! im also 20 and have a 13 month old. before i got preggo i was a size two and had a firm, flat perfect tummy. Although i have lost all plu...
Cracked and Peeling Skin on Feet
Asked by M.C. from Detroit
on September 11, 2008
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A friend of mine came over this evening and while we were chilling, she asked me what to do about the skin on her feet. The skin is cracked and she is peeling it off ...
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- I get it all the time too. I've had it since I was little. I have very dry skin. She can see a podiatrist but I would have he try over the counter first. I use Ker...
- Please tell your friend to get checked for Diabetes. What you described is a classic symptom. Yours in health, V. (Creating Wellness Coach)
- This sounds crazy but have her try Vicks VaporRub and a pair of socks. My mom did this every night and swears by it!
Daughter's Stubborn Rash
Asked by J.W. from Columbus
on February 25, 2008
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My daughter has a stubborn rash on her bottom. It is on her cheeks and a little on the back of her upper thighs. We started putting Maalox/Aquafor goop on it, becaus...
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- I have four children from one to ten and operate a home daycare catering specifically to infants and toddlers. I swear by this remedy, and it is something you can mak...
- J., I am going to agree with the suggestion to try the Boudreaux's Baby Butt Paste! That stuff is great, it is worth a try. R.'
- My son had a serious case of diaper rash as an infant & he was allergic to disposable diapers. You might consider giving cloth diapers a try. They're a lot of work, ...
Complexion Issues (Acne)
Asked by J.P. from New York
on June 29, 2008
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I've recently broken out with pimples on my neck, chest and shoulder blade area. I feel like I'm back in high school or something. Last week I got poison ivy on my c...
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- Hi J. - I have a great line of natural acne products. It helped my sons go away with in 3 days! I tried using it myself every other day and it is wonderful, does...
- Try using witch hazel. I used to use that alot when I was younger and it dries up the oils as to prevent pimples. you might want to see a dermatoligist about it though...
- I just got over poison ivy and in the end I discovered(believe it or not) rubbing alchohol. It dries the poison and totally takes away the itch. I will never waste m...
12 Week Old Has Bad Skin and Scalp...
Asked by J.E. from Sacramento
on July 31, 2008
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Any advice for products that actually work for my baby's skin and scalp? Her skin is so dry, NOTHING can moisturize it. Her scalp is always flaking and I can't get i...
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- Hi, I don't know if this will help but here goes. My daughter's skin was the same way, issues all the time. Baby oil and baby lotion, mineral oil, all made it wor...
- Hi...a few ideas... What is she drinking/eating? Are you breastfeeding? If so, what are you eating? Are you getting enough oil/fat in your diet? You may want to cha...
- Our pediatrician reccomended Aquaphor lotion. also, the Mustella line of products for eczema is good.
