Ringworm vs. Eczema: How to Tell the Difference in Kids
“Dr. Ana-Maria, I’ve been putting antifungal cream on this spot for two weeks, and it’s only getting bigger!” This is…
“Dr. Ana-Maria, I’ve been putting antifungal cream on this spot for two weeks, and it’s only getting bigger!” This is…
If you’re raising a child with eczema, or navigating it yourself, you probably already know this: eczema is never just…
If you’re planning a traditional holiday dinner, chances are ham is on the menu. I love a good Christmas dinner….
The Christmas season is magical: twinkling lights, cozy blankets, family traditions, and treats around every corner. But let’s be honest,…
Pumpkin pie: one of the great American traditions. It’s the grand finale of Thanksgiving, the dessert that makes everyone loosen…
A Chili So Colorful Your Kids Might Actually Eat Their Veggies If you’ve ever tired of convincing your child to…
Why Eczema Is More Than Skin Deep Over years of working with children and families managing eczema, I’ve seen time…
Looking for a quick, wholesome, and crowd-pleasing meal that doesn’t come in a box or take-out container? This Instant Pot…
If you’re a parent who’s ever stared into the pantry at 7am wondering what to pack for lunch, this is…
Back-to-school season is here and if you’re already bracing for the first mystery virus to roll through your house, you’re…
Summer is the season of sunshine, pool days, and sticky fingers. But if your child struggles with eczema or sensitive…
Why Eczema creams, anyway? When eczema flares, it’s not just the skin that suffers, it’s also the sleep schedules, the…
Modern family life is busy. Between after-school activities, long workdays, and trying to maintain some kind of sanity, the idea…
In this blog post, I review how sugar is related to eczema and why we all need to pay closer attention.
In my clinic, I see the frustration in parents’ eyes when they’ve been told their child’s skin is just “sensitive.”…
For many families, summer is a season of sunshine, splash pads, and sweet memories. But if your child has sensitive…
Getting more veggies into your family’s meals doesn’t have to mean negotiating bites of salad. These 7-plant-point turkey meatballs are…
This Sourdough Bread French Toast with Buttermilk has become a favorite in our kitchen. Sourdough bread is often easier to…
In my 20+ years of clinical practice, I have seen it all, from parents putting celery juice on rashes to…
In my pediatric practice, I see a lot of “new baby anxiety,” often triggered by a sudden breakout on a…
If you have a toddler, you know they are tiny scientists, constantly touching, tasting, and exploring. But for a child…
When the sun comes out, parents of eczema warriors often feel a sense of dread. You know your child needs…
If you have a child with eczema, bath time can be a source of major anxiety. You want them clean,…
The 12 Triggers You Need to Know I hear it every day in my clinic: “Dr. Ana-Maria, we were doing…
If you are staring at a stubborn, red patch of skin and wondering why your “eczema cream” isn’t working, you…
If you’ve ever dealt with a red, itchy “ring” around your neck or stubborn patches in your skin folds, you…
If you are constantly reaching for your lip balm only to find your lips getting drier, tighter, and angrier, you…
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