@alittlecha0s: ❌Our skin journey, without steroids ❌❤️ First things first, this took TIME! It wasn’t a quick fix, and there were MANY times I contemplated using the steroid creams that kept being prescribed. But I really wanted to understand what was going on with Ocie’s skin and look at what else we could do to support her. We started by looking at Ocie’s gut health and worked alongside a naturopath, making gradual changes to support her from the inside out. We also started changing our home. Toxin-conscious cleaning products, zero fragrance, no scented candles (this was probably the hardest thing for me to give up 😂), slowly replacing plastic kitchen items with glass and investing in good quality bedsheets. And all of this happened slowly, over time with little swaps. I think it’s important to say that because making changes to your home and lifestyle can feel incredibly overwhelming, not to mention expensive, if you try to do everything at once. We still get little flare-ups. Her skin isn’t ‘fixed’ and this is very much an ongoing journey, but WOW, what a difference a year can make. I’m sharing this because I know how frustrating and exhausting skin issues can be, especially when you’re trying to figure out what works for your little one. But if your on the fence about starting down this path or having a day where your questioning your choices STICK WITH IT ❤️ A little disclaimer: I’m a mum sharing our personal experience, not a medical professional. What worked for Ocie won’t necessarily work for every child. Ocie also hasn’t experienced skin infections as part of her eczema journey, and I understand that more severe eczema can require medical treatment. Always seek advice from your GP or dermatologist before changing prescribed treatments. #IMAGesyndrome #eczematok #eczemahealing #toddlermom #ourjourney

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